Legal 500 2027

Leading Silks: 

• Gilead Cooper KC –  ‘Immensely talented. Unsurpassed knowledge of the law. Unimprovably lucid and articulate.’

Leading silks: 

• Lexa Hilliard KC ‘Lexa is incredibly hardworking and extremely clever. Her ability to present and her turn of phrase are the core of her court abilities. She has the ability to simplify the most complex legal issues and lay the path for the judge to follow. Her powers of reasoning set her apart, and when coupled with her experience in the area, she makes my number one choice.’  
• Thomas Grant KC 
• Tim Penny KC ‘Tim thinks deeply about cases – what are the vulnerabilities and how do we address them? He leads the team well, ensuring that steps are taken to keep the case on track. He is also commercial, not just about his own fees, but also about what will work best for the client..’

Leading Juniors:

• Philippe Kuhn – ‘Top of the class for cross-border fraud and enforcement.’

Leading Silks:

• Jonathan Davey KC ‘Jonathan was strong on reviewing and interpreting the complicated background to the matter and providing advice which was practically useful for the client.’
• Michael Furness KC ‘He is constructive and commercial to work with, and effectively balances in-depth authoritative analysis with an approachable and collaborative style.’ 

Praised as ‘very strong in both commercial and chancery work’ and ’a great team to work with at all levels’, Wilberforce Chambers is a considerable presence at the top of the Commercial Bar in the English courts and offshore. A ‘substantive lawyer with superb judgement’, Alan Gourgey KC is a highly experienced commercial advocate with multidisciplinary expertise, and John Wardell KC has been acclaimed ‘one of the Bar’s leading commercial and chancery silks’. James Bailey KC has been instructed by the Post Office in the Castleton v Post Office and Fujitsu, a case concerning the Horizon scandal involving allegations that the Post Office and Fujitsu conspired to fraudulently mislead courts in earlier litigation and that the judgment in an earlier group action should be set aside. Thomas Grant KC acted in Expert Tooling and Automation v Engie Power Ltd, a significant appeal on commissions in the energy sector.

Leading Silks: 

• John Wardell KC  ‘John is one of the bar’s most eminent silks and one whose opinion I truly value. He remains willing to roll up his sleeves and get into the details of a matter, and his readiness for the fight remains undimmed. One of the very best.’
• Alan Gourgey KC ‘Analytical precision, commercial good sense, and pragmatism.’
• Thomas Grant KC ‘Tom is exactly the sort of silk you want for a genuinely high-stakes dispute. He is extremely robust, strategically clear-sighted, and very comfortable taking difficult points head-on. His advocacy has real force, and he is absolutely formidable in court: precise, controlled, and relentless where he needs to be. In short, Tom is a first-rate KC for heavy commercial litigation. He is robust, tactically astute, and highly effective, particularly where the stakes are existential or close to it.’
• Terence Mowschenson KC ‘Terence is a highly accomplished advocate with a strong command of complex factual matrices and legal principles. He has a measured and authoritative style, which is particularly effective in international arbitration settings where tribunals tend to respond well to clarity, structure, and restraint rather than overly aggressive advocacy. His strengths lie in his analytical clarity, strategic judgment, advocacy and, client handling.’
• Tim Penny KC ‘A spectacular silk. Any impressive advocate, Tim knows which points will land with judges, which will not, and how to tailor and present his submissions for maximum effect. His practical experience and his encyclopedic knowledge of the law in the area of civil fraud are a real asset. He works hard and is close to all the details, even when supported by an excellent junior.’
• Lexa Hilliard KC ‘Lexa is an absolute delight. Creative, supportive and at the top of her game. She is wonderful with even the most difficult client, decisive and thorough in her advice and excellent on her feet. She is a force to be reckoned with and is rightly viewed as one of the best silks in this field.’
• Clare Stanley KC ‘Clare’s principal strengths in commercial litigation are her intellectual precision, strategic judgment, and authority as an advocate. She is exceptionally good at getting to the heart of complex commercial disputes and presenting them to the court in a clear, structured, and compelling way.’
• James Bailey KC ‘James is an incisive and highly effective advocate with a strong command of both detail and overarching strategy. His written advice is clear, commercial, and well judged. He relates extremely well to clients and instills confidence. He works seamlessly with solicitors and contributes positively to team dynamics.’
• Ian Croxford KC
• Fenner Moeran KC ‘The speed with which he immerses himself in cases, assimilates all of the details, and gets fully up to speed with all of the elements of long-running cases is astonishing. His advocacy is formidable. Clear, persuasive, and also passionate.’
• Nikki Singla KC ‘Nikki Singla’s advocacy had a transformative impact on our case. He was extremely well prepared and worked effectively with solicitors and the client to deliver a positive outcome in challenging circumstances. On his feet, Nikki is charming, concise, and excels at building rapport. He is everything you need in an advocate on a commercial case.’
• Max Mallin KC
• Tiffany Scott KC ‘Tiffany has great all-around qualities – I trust her judgment on strategic issues. Her pleadings and skeletons are excellent. Tiffany is excellent in court on technical legal issues, outperforming opponents and seems to gain the respect of the judge. Tiffany is good with clients and really easy to work with.’
• Zoë Barton KC ‘Zoe is an exceptionally experienced and knowledgeable silk, with a deep understanding of complex commercial disputes. She combines excellent technical expertise with a very strong grasp of the factual detail and commercial context of a matter. She is meticulous in her preparation and is able to identify and distill the key issues quickly, even in particularly complex cases. She is highly analytical, clear in her advice, and very effective at navigating difficult or evolving issues. Her experience and judgment are particularly valuable in providing strategic direction while maintaining close engagement with the detail of the case. She is also responsive, approachable, and a pleasure to work with. Her advocacy is confident, measured, and highly persuasive, with an ability to distill complex issues into clear and compelling submissions while responding effectively to the evolving points raised in the course of a hearing.’

2026 silks

• Bobby Friedman KC ‘Bobby is charming, personable, and a pleasure to work with. He has extremely good judgment and a very good eye for which points are likely to go down well with a judge and which will not. He is a confident and robust advocate.’
• Jack Watson KC ‘Already a top-quality silk despite only a recent elevation. Jack is responsive and engaged with his cases, providing top-quality legal and strategic advice that is always on point. His written work is exceptional.’

Leading Juniors:

• Anna Littler ‘Sharp, practical, client-friendly, and a pleasure to work with. Top of her game.’
• Tim Matthewson ‘Tim is very detail-oriented and an impressive oral advocate. He is procedurally sharp and persuasive in his written work.’
• Edward Sawyer ‘Ultra-responsive, really user-friendly, and an excellent legal mind.’
• James Walmsley ‘James has a brilliant mind and can see a way through even the most complex disputes. He is strategic, easy to deal with, and will fight tenaciously for his client.’
• Sri Carmichael ‘Very responsive and great attention to detail. Sri is a pleasure to work with and you feel safe in her hands. She was excellent with the client and very commercial.’
• Stephen Brown 
• Daniel Scott ‘Pragmatic, great advocacy, clear, good client care, responsive, very detailed.’
• Tara Taylor ‘Her output is prodigious. I never go past her.’
• Jessica Brooke ‘Creative and a force to be reckoned with – particularly strong on her feet where she fights her corner hard and with skill.‘
• Alice Hawker ‘Having worked with Alice, I was particularly impressed with her attention to detail and prompt turnaround of work. Alice is also IT savvy and able to coordinate and prepare documentation and large electronic bundles for court.’
• James Goodwin ‘He is extremely intelligent in his approach and thorough in his drafting and preparation for court. On his feet, he is prepared, calm, and clear, even when facing difficult witnesses or judges.’
• Jia Wei Lee ‘Jia Wei’s drafting is meticulous, reflecting both his strong technical expertise and his commercial awareness.’
• Jamie Holmes ‘Jamie is an exceptionally accomplished junior barrister whose eye for detail and ability to grapple with complex cases are remarkable. His written advocacy is very strong. He is a valuable part of any team for his ability to roll up his sleeves and work hard.’
• Samuel Cathro ‘Sam is excellent – measured, clear, and highly effective.’
• Daniel Petrides ‘Dan’s strength and depth of legal expertise are hugely impressive, even more so when combined with his “commerciality”. He is able to articulate legal advice, even in complex cases, with great clarity and effortlessly engage with clients to help them make decisions. We are increasingly turning to him as a go-to resource across a wide range of disciplines. His written work, opinions, and submissions to the Court are first class.’

At Wilberforce Chambers, Lexa Hilliard KC represented the defendants in Titanium Capital Investments Limited & Ors v Jonathan Hughes & Ors. The case involved a complex dispute between two former partners who had formed a partnership to sell Covid tests during the pandemic. After the partnership was dissolved, the two defendants brought claims against each other for breaches of fiduciary duty and an account of profits and unlawful means conspiracy. At the junior end of chambers, the ‘technically excellent’  Rachael Earle is ‘incredibly persuasive on her feet, and very approachable’; she is acting for the defendant in Peter Waddell and another v Bluebell Cars Holding and others, a high-profile unfair prejudice claim.

Leading Silks: 

• Lexa Hilliard KC ‘Lexa is a very robust advocate. Clients love her down-to-earth fighting spirit.’
• Terence Mowschenson KC ‘Terry has a depth of experience like few others at the commercial and chancery bar. He is particularly strong on matters of corporate governance.’
• Thomas Grant KC ‘Tom is absolutely outstanding. He is incredibly user-friendly, offering an ability to cut through complex issues with ease.’
• Marcia Shekerdeminan KC ‘Marcia is smart, diligent, and responsive. It is a joy to work with her. She understands the intricacies of company law, particularly with regard to complex fund structures.’
• Clare Stanley KC ‘Clare is incredibly bright and user-friendly. Clare has a fantastic ability to liaise with clients and break down the most complex legal issues into a digestible form to allow easy commercial and strategic decision-making.’
• James Bailey KC ‘James is superb. He gets right to the issues and deals very well with the thorny issues with clients. A real team player.’
• Max Mallin KC ‘

Leading Juniors: 

• • Sri Carmichael ‘Sri is simply awesome. She’s easily the best Chancery junior at the bar. Responsive, bright, and charming. Amazing with clients and even better with judges. Her written work is perfect, and her oral advocacy is fantastic, picking up points I would never think of. I wouldn’t use anyone else.’
  • Rachael Earle ‘Technical excellence and depth of knowledge in company law, and a pleasure to work with. At trial, Rachael produced lucid and compelling written submissions. Rachael also made oral submissions to the court on technical points of company law with authority and assurance to more than hold her own with veteran company law silks.’ 
  • Stephen Brown ‘Stephen is calm under pressure and has great attention to detail.’
  • Daniel Lewis ‘A dynamic and effective barrister who is operating at the top of his game. A perfect blend of experience and intelligence, who is charming and persuasive in court. Daniel Lewis is a pleasure to work with.’
  • Jessica Brooke ‘Jessica is super bright and picks things up very quickly, concentrating immediately on the big issue in dispute.’

Leading Juniors: 

• Sri Carmichael

Leading Silks:

• Stuart Isaacs KC
• John Wardell KC ‘John is a brilliant mind. One of the top barristers at the bar at the moment.’

Wilberforce Chambers is well-regarded for its full-service corporate and personal insolvency offering. Members routinely act for creditors, debtors and officeholders. Marcia Shekerdemian KC, Jack Watson KC, Sri Carmichael and Tim Matthewson are all instructed in NOAL SCSp & Ors v Novalpina Capital LLP, Kowski & Ors, which centres on how insolvency practitioners and insolvency litigators deal with both solvent members’ voluntary liquidations and insolvency creditors’ voluntary liquidations. Daniel Lewis is representing the liquidators of Greensill Limited in Credit Suisse v Softbank; Greensill Limited, a high-value case relating to the alleged disposal of the trade finance company’s assets to defeat creditors’ claims.

Leading Silks: 

• Lexa Hilliard KC ‘Lexa’s strengths are her incredible knowledge about the area of insolvency and her unmatched work ethic. There is hardly a case where she is not the most prepared barrister in court. She is extremely clever and my number one choice in insolvency barristers. Quite honestly, it is hard to find a weakness.’
• Clare Stanley KC ‘Clare Stanley KC’s principal strength lies in her exceptional advocacy. She is a very polished and persuasive advocate, with a style that is calm, controlled, and highly authoritative. Her submissions are always extremely clear and carefully structured, and she has a strong ability to distill complex legal and factual issues into points that are both accessible and compelling to the court.’
• James Bailey KC ‘James is superb. A real team player. He is very knowledgeable and gets to the issues.’
• Marcia Shekerdemian KC ‘Marcia is smart, diligent, and responsive. It is a joy to work with her and fascinating to see her navigate around English insolvency proceedings.’

2025 Silks:

• Thomas Robinson KC ‘Unflappable and one of the best around. User-friendly and gets to the core of the issue quickly. Clients trust his advice and judgement.’

2026 Silks:

• Bobby Friedman KC
• Jack Watson KC

Leading Juniors: 

• Graeme Halkerston ‘Responsive, has Cayman experience, strong on law and strategy. The most notable quality is that he has a really good feel for how the court will respond to the parties’ positions and arguments.’
• Jessica Brooke ‘Technically astute and knowledgeable; can process large quantities of evidence to nail down claims routes.’
• Sri Carmichael ‘Wilberforce is undoubtedly one of the best insolvency sets. I have instructed a number of Wilberforce barristers on insolvency cases, and they have always been excellent. Against that benchmark, Sri ranks at the very top of my list.’
• Daniel Lewis ‘Daniel is a very busy junior with a strong insolvency practice and a lot of trial experience.’
• Rachael Earle ‘Rachael has a quiet, confident manner. Judges like her a lot, I appreciate the way Rachael wants to do the right thing in the right way, a quality that I value highly.’
• Jamie Holmes
• Tim Matthewson ‘Tim is very responsive and client-friendly. He combines a calm and considered approach with being technically excellent and also commercial.’
• Daniel Petrides ‘Very bright and conscientious. He is very responsive and easy to work with.’

Wilberforce Chambers continues a go-to set for occupational pensions work. Members of the set routinely advise on novel issues affecting pensions schemes and personal pension, crossing over with the set’s expertise in Chancery litigation. Fenner Moeran KC appeared opposite Brian Green KC, Joseph Steadman and Michael Tennet KC in Re 3i Pension Scheme, which centred on interpretation of the word ‘interests’ and concerned whether or not the scheme was closed to future accrual in 2010 and resulted in the employer receiving an £83m surplus. Paul Newman KC is leading Ram Lakshman in Samworth Brothers Ltd v Samworth Brothers Superannuation Scheme Trustee Ltd, the case raises issues surrounding the administration of pension schemes such as what limitation periods apply to the repayment of overpaid pension benefits.

Leading Silks: 

• Michael Furness KC ‘Michael is at the very top of the pile when it comes to technical black letter law matters. There is no one in my experience who has a better knowledge of pensions law, combined with tax and trust law. He is a “very big brain!” One of the advocates most respected by judges because of his expertise but also because of his measured and clear submissions in which they can trust – no fireworks or melodrama, no exaggerations. A lovely team member with no airs and graces.’
• Brian Green KC ‘He’s simply the best pensions barrister there is. It’s not especially close either. A fantastic legal thinker and one of the hardest working lawyers I know. A superlative advocate who knows just how to put things for the court.’ 
• Michael Tennet KC ‘Mike is easy to work with and very responsive. He takes into account the commercial position of the client as well as the legal issues and gives clear advice. He is willing to listen to alternative perspectives before reaching a considered view.’
• Paul Newman KC ‘At the top of his game; tremendously able and clever; a real grasp of the detail but sees the bigger/commercial picture; I would trust Paul with the knottiest problems; he has a grasp of pension law that is probably not surpassed; amazingly accessible and approachable; a great team player.’
• Jonathan Hilliard KC ‘Jonathan is very clever and has excellent technical knowledge and analysis. He considers an issue from all sides and gives clear advice on the strengths and weaknesses of the potential outcomes.’
• Fenner Moeran KC ‘Fenner instills confidence in his clients, and they are keen to return to him for further matters. He is excellent on his feet and reassuring to clients.’
• Andrew Mold KC ‘Andrew is very clever and has excellent judgment. He is a really team player who manages expectations and advises in clear and concise terms. He is great with clients. In court, he is straightforward and makes submissions to the judge in a clear and concise manner.’

2025 Silks:

• Thomas Robinson KC ‘Tom is outstanding and my first choice for a pensions silk. He is a pleasure to work with – very knowledgeable on pensions issues, practical, commercial, incisive in his thinking, gets to the heart of the issues quickly, responsive even at short notice and when busy on other matters. No question is too stupid and I know he has my back when I need it. Can’t recommend enough.’

Leading Juniors:

• Edward Sawyer ‘Very thorough, sensible, and bright; a master of technical and procedural detail; an impressive and understated courtroom manner.’
• James McCreath ‘Excellent advocacy style, James is skilled in explaining very technical areas simply and clearly. He has a calm and persuasive style. More generally, James is easy to work with and is able to distill complex issues and arguments to draw out the most important points.’
• Jennifer Seaman ‘Strong advocate, clear advice, great client skills, a pleasure to deal with.’
• Sebastian Allen ‘He provides clear and considered advice and comes up with creative arguments.’
• Jonathan Chew ‘Very able; a master of detail; writes very well. A thorough approach, but also commercial; a great team player and fun to work with.’
• James Walmsley ‘James is able to consider large amounts of information and identify the relevant points for the case. He is responsive and considers an issue from all angles.’
• Michael Ashdown
• Joseph Steadman  ‘Very bright, superb analysis. Combines it with a very approachable and likable manner.’#
• Ram Lakshman ‘Ram is professional, thoughtful, and fully engaged. He fully commits to a matter and provides important input throughout. Ram is always available and will always respond via email soon after any email is received. We know that we are in good hands with Ram.’

Wilberforce Chambers remains one of the leading trusts, probate and taxation sets. Members of the set are frequently involved in prominent litigation in the field. Jonathan Davey KC is acting in Elborne v HMRC, a case due to be heard by the Court of Appeal, concerning whether estate planning ‘home loan’ structures are a form of tax avoidance. Fenner Moeran KC is representing the daughters in Re Sir David Garrard (deceased), a probate dispute against the late property tycoon’s mistress.

Leading Silks: 

• Gilead Cooper KC ‘There’s a reason Gilead has been at the top of the metaphorical tree for so long – an astonishing legal brain.’
• Michael Furness KC
• Brian Green KC ‘His experience is unrivaled – there is nothing he hasn’t seen. Thoroughly deserving of his stellar reputation.’
• Robert Ham KC
• Jonathan Hilliard KC ‘Brilliant intellect, highly strategic, and enormously enjoyable to work with. He gets properly involved in his cases and does not shy away from getting stuck into detail, while retaining a keen eye on the end goal and what is achievable commercially. He knows both what the other side is thinking and how to combat it, which means his advocacy is also superb. The complete package – a star silk.’
• Clare Stanley KC ‘Clare is a very effective advocate; she is always phenomenally well-prepared, and her opponents know that she will leave no stone unturned in advancing her client’s case. She builds an excellent rapport with the judge, and her cross-examination is direct and incisive.’
• Jonathan Davey KC ‘He’s a wonderful advocate. His written work is outstanding. And he is an extremely nice chap.’
• Andrew Mold KC 
• Fenner Moeran KC  ‘First class. A go-to silk for knotty or innovative points of law, a brilliant legal brain matched with a down-to-earth style.’
• Tiffany Scott KC ‘Tiffany is extremely knowledgeable and provides clear and concise advice, always demonstrating a good understanding of the client’s commercial objectives and tailoring her advice accordingly. She is very collaborative, proactive, and always open to input – and I have only had positive experiences working with her.’
• Nikki Singla KC ‘Nikki is a rigorous intellectual and also a strong advocate, so the quality of the advice and the arguments he puts forward is impressive. He is very good to work with and engages very well with clients and other advisers.’
• Zoë Barton KC 

Leading Juniors:

• Michael Ashdown ‘Always prepared, insightful, easy to work with, and a keen advocate.’
• Simon Atkinson ‘Simon is fiercely intelligent, exceptionally hardworking, and very user-friendly. He is able to hold his own as an advocate against much more experienced senior silks. His presentation style is clear and well-structured. He is also a very effective cross-examiner.’
• James Goodwin
• Elizabeth Houghton
• Tom Roscoe ‘Tom is measured, erudite and very bright. His drafting is impeccable, and he represents the client’s interests well before the court at a hearing.’
• Edward Sawyer ‘Very details focused, clear and concise.’
• Joseph Steadman ‘A real star of the future with great client care, gravitas, and knowledge beyond his years.’

Wilberforce Chambers is well-versed in professional negligence cases spanning white-colar sectors such as legal, tax and accountancy. Members are instructed in claims arising from property-related insolvency, breaches of duty and solicitors’ negligence. Acting in Powis Street Estates v Winston & Strawn, Jonathan Seitler KC represents the defendant in Chancery Division proceedings concerning alleged negligence in litigation work. Clare Stanley KC leads Simon Atkinson in High Court proceedings concerning allegedly negligent tax planning and restructuring work relating to several offshore structures owning property in London. Thomas Grant KC appeared in proceedings before the Court of Appeal in Lee v BDB Pitmans LLP, a solicitors’ negligence case. Paul Newman KC acts in a claim for breach of duty against the former solicitors to the trustees of a pension scheme, following the invalid execution of several deeds purporting to amend the scheme.

Leading Silks: 

• Jonathan Seitler KC ‘Simple: simply the best. I have worked with Jonathan for many years. He is preeminent in the field and enjoys such a strong market reputation that clients ask for him to be engaged. Whether it is informal advice, a written opinion, a consultation with clients, a full-blown trial, or an appeal, he is the go-to KC.’
• John Wardell KC
• Clare Stanley KC 
• Ian Croxford KC
• Michael Furness KC Superb technical ability, drafting, team spirit, responsiveness, and one of the most highly respected advocates. Incredible legal skills in pensions, professional liability, and related topics – tax, trust law, etc. Michael is a measured, confident advocate, never wrong-footed by a lack of detail or knowledge of the law. Highly respected by judges – they love him – no pyrotechnics or melodrama in court.’
• Thomas Grant KC
• Paul Newman KC ‘Extremely hard-working, always provides work of the highest standard and meets deadlines, which is so important when managing clients’ needs and expectations. Loves the detail of the law and deploys it very well when considering all the arguments in any given case.’
• Tiffany Scott KC ‘Tiffany is a formidable and persuasive advocate. She is at the top of her class. She is cool, calm, and collected under pressure. She is a real team player and an absolute delight to work with. Tiffany is just brilliant – she is intelligent, insightful, and commercial in her approach.’
• Zoë Barton KC
• Lexa Hilliard KC

Leading Juniors: 

• Benjamin Faulkner
• Edward Sawyer ‘Edward shows a thorough knowledge of the law and the case. A detail-oriented man with great judgement and a great grasp of procedure.’
• James Walmsley ‘James is an extremely capable and technically strong barrister, particularly in the professional negligence space. He has a clear grasp of the legal principles and is very effective at applying them to detailed and often factually dense cases. He is someone you want to have on your team whether as a claimant or defendant. He produces high-quality written work, which is clear, well-structured, and analytically rigorous. He is particularly good at identifying the critical issues in a claim, especially on causation and loss, and presenting them in a way that is both logical and persuasive. He is also approachable, responsive, and works well as part of a wider team, with a good appreciation of client objectives and the commercial context of a case.’
• Lemuel Lucan-Wilson ‘Lemuel has a fantastic legal mind and he is able to get to grips with the most complex of cases. Lemuel is also great with the evidence and he’s unflappable during the trial.’

Wilberforce Chambers is well-regarded for its extensive capabilities across property litigation. Members of the set routinely act in both commercial and residential landlord and tenant cases as well as development, rural economy and title matters. Recent highlights include London Trocadero v Picturehouse Cinemas and others, concerning landlords taking secret commissions on insurance payments – Jonathan Seitler KC is acting for the tenant and leading Benjamin Faulkner. Martin Hutchings KC is leading Harriet Holmes in Almacantar Centre Point Nominee No.1 Ltd & Anr v. 17 leaseholders of flats in Centre Point House, the first Court of Appeal case to provide guidance on the definition of ‘cladding remediation’ in the Building Safety Act.

Leading Silks: 

• • Jonathan Seitler KC ‘Jonathan is the go-to barrister for complex, high-stakes property litigation work. He is unflappable and always gives the sense that he is in control of the narrative. For a barrister with such a formidable track record, he is always approachable and a pleasure to work with.’
  • John McGhee KC ‘He is a top KC – fantastic clarity of vision even when faced with a huge amount of information. He tells you the commercial risks and how to mitigate them. A truly premier league KC.’
  • Joanne Wicks KC ‘Calm, methodical analysis delivers a robust view on merits. She rolls up her sleeves and works closely with the solicitor team to deliver succinct advice and well-structured, persuasive advocacy.’
  • Martin Hutchings KC ‘Very personable and user-friendly – quick to respond and brilliant on his feet.’
  • Jonathan Davey KC ‘His cross-examination skills are second to none.’
  • Tiffany Scott KC ‘Tiffany Scott KC is a class act. Her advice to clients is clear, technically focused, and pitched at the right level even on the most legally complex issues. She steers strategy with robust decisions and reassures with her command of the detail.’
  • Julian Greenhill KC ‘Julian is so accessible, and it really feels like you are part of one team when you’re working with him. He is so clear and concise in his advice (both written and oral) while also being totally commercial. This has been invaluable when working on complex legal issues – he can cut through the complexities with ease and get to the heart of the matter for the client.’
  • Zoë Barton KC

Leading Juniors: 

• • Emer Murphy  ‘Emer is a pleasure to work with. She is a robust advocate and is up for the fight, knowing which battles to pick on behalf of her clients.’
  • James McCreath ‘Extremely bright, a creative thinker, and hard-working. Highly professional.’
  • Benjamin Faulkner ‘Ben is an extremely intelligent and highly motivated barrister. His enthusiasm for his work is contagious, and we know when we instruct Ben, we are in the safest of hands. His cross-examination advocacy is exceptional, and his grasp of the law is second to none. Working with Ben on trials of significant length has been a privilege. He is a master of his craft and raises the bar for all those who work with him.’
  • Harriet Holmes ‘Clients adore Harriet for her total commitment and tenacity on their behalf and her effortless ability to communicate complex topics and ideas in a truly user-friendly way.’
  • Jonathan Chew ‘Simply brilliant – always all over the detail and helps to put a great strategy together. Clients feel very comfortable with his reassuring presence and calm approach. Absolutely brilliant on his feet and very persuasive with his advocacy. He is always 100% invested in his clients and cases and thinks through all possible eventualities before giving very considered advice. Completely top drawer.’
  • Alice Hawker ‘Alice is extremely client-friendly. She is emotionally intelligent and has a quick grasp of the situation. She is very approachable and understanding – she never makes you feel as though any question is too small and will always take the time (via phone and email) to address the same with thoroughness. Her advocacy in the Supreme Court was fantastic. She was clear, concise, and thorough – her advocacy required no flamboyance as her advocacy alone was effective enough.’
  • Simon Atkinson ‘Simon is an outstanding advocate who combines razor-sharp legal analysis with a calm, authoritative courtroom presence. His ability to distill complex issues into clear, persuasive submissions is exceptional. Judges visibly engage with his arguments, and he has a rare talent for anticipating and neutralizing opposing points before they gain traction. His written advocacy is equally impressive. Skeleton arguments and position statements are meticulously structured and forensically researched. He has an instinctive feel for which points will resonate with the bench and is disciplined enough to jettison weaker arguments rather than diluting the strength of his case.’
  • Mark Galtrey ‘First choice counsel for a broad spectrum of real estate disputes. Ability to create strong rapport with a diverse client base – professional, empathetic, and approachable. Gets to grips with complex issues swiftly and always provides a commercial, practical approach that aligns with the often technical aspects of our specialism. Always genuinely committed to achieving the client’s objectives and thinks outside the box. Superb all-rounder: technically astute, strong client skills, sound judgment, and clear, practical advice that adds real value to the client.’
  • Tom Roscoe ‘Very commercial advice. Sensible, straightforward, and easy to utilize.’
  • Joseph Steadman ‘Clear, comprehensive, commercial advice. Joseph’s advice was given in a way that the client could easily understand, while also being thorough..’
  • Daniel Petrides ‘Daniel is always a pleasure to work with, and he is hugely bright, engaging, and impressive. He knows his subject very well, has good ideas on tricky matters, and gives good and inspired answers to questions. Clients are clearly impressed by him. He is also very charismatic. His advocacy skills are excellent, and he is always willing to put up a good fight where it is needed. Definitely one of the future leaders of the property bar!’
  • Francesca Mitchell ‘Francesca is a formidable and dependable advocate. She is quick-thinking and can deliver courtroom submissions with a clear and persuasive manner.’
  • Daniel Scott ‘Daniel is a very strong junior barrister and consistently delivers advice that is at a level above his call. Daniel has very prompt turnaround times and is always clear and unequivocal in his advice. Daniel is always willing to get “stuck in” on the case and to help out on ad-hoc queries, as well as on more substantial workstreams such as hearing preparation and preparing statements of case.’

Leading Silks: 

• Jonathan Davey KC ‘Jonathan is a brilliant advocate. He is clear, logical, and compelling in both his written and oral submissions. He is also a pleasure to work with; he is very responsive and is pragmatic and commercial in his advice.’

Wilberforce Chambers acts on matters relating to inheritance tax and trusts issues. Jonathan Davey KC provides ‘excellent team leadership’, frequently acting on behalf of HMRC in complex and often novel disputes, such as Elborne v HM Revenue and Customs, a case on “home loan” structures designed to circumnavigate inheritance tax. As head of chambers, Brian Green KC assists individuals on issues of domicile and various trusts issues.

Leading Silks: 

• Jonathan Davey KC ‘Jonathan’s advocacy is some of the best you’ll ever see. He is utterly charming and extremely hard-working. Clients, judges and even his opponents love him.’ 
• Michael Furness KC
• Brian Green KC ‘Very approachable with rigorous intelligence and a positive approach. Able to analyse and disentangle the most complicated of issues. Absolutely excellent.’