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William Batstone
Guildhall ChambersGuildhall Chambers is ‘the go-to set’ for property matters, with a strong focus on real property and landlord-tenant litigation. Jay Jagasia recently acted for defendants in Henwood v Copeland, a case concerning adverse possession and boundary dispute claim, and garners praise for his ability to ’grasp factual and technical details with ease and speed, producing excellent and robustly drafted documents’. Oliver Mitchell, who is known for ‘quickly digesting complex factual and legally complex matters and is quick in terms of turnaround’, successfully defended his client in a right of way dispute which included the route of the defendant’s access to the parking. Michael Selway provides ’very analytical and in-depth advice’ on all kinds of real property and landlord and tenant disputes.
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- 'The set is well-clerked by Stephen Arnold and Joe Stayte.'
- 'All of the clerks are approachable and accommodating. Stephen Arnold and Joe Stayte, in particular.'
- 'Stephen Arnold provides a quick and efficient response to all queries. He quickly grasps the nature of the enquiry and can allocate to appropriate counsel and provide suitable fee estimates.'
- 'The property and estate's team clerks, Joe Stayte and Finlay Duignan, are great to work with. They often go above and beyond to assist.'
- 'The clerks, in particular, Steve Arnold, are very responsive and efficient.'
- 'Steve Arnold is excellent, approachable, responsive and easy to work with.'
- 'Guildhall Chambers has a good breadth of counsel.'
- 'Guildhall Chambers has a variety of barristers available, with a depth of experience and can provide several counsel with the relevant experience of each particular enquiry, providing clients with a choice.'
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Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
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Jay Jagasia
Guildhall Chambers 'Jay can quickly digest detailed instructions and provide the right legal and commercial strategy.'
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Michael Selway
Guildhall Chambers ‘Michael is methodical, fastidious and precise. He is always very well-prepared and leaves no stone unturned. His advocacy is calm, positive and persuasive.’
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Oliver Mitchell
Guildhall Chambers ‘Oliver gets a grasp of issues quickly, prepares well and communicates well with clients at court. He is easy to discuss matters with and provides clear and concise advice. He presents himself well in court with clear submissions and excellent cross-examination.’
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James Wibberley
Guildhall Chambers 'James is a sharp and persuasive advocate who can get to grips with a complex matter quickly.'