Cornerstone Barristers > London, England > Set Profile
Cornerstone Barristers Offices
2-3 GRAY'S INN SQUARE
LONDON
WC1R 5JH
England
Cornerstone Barristers > The Legal 500 Rankings
London Bar > Licensing Tier 1
'One of the leaders in the field of licensing', Cornerstone Barristers is home to a team with 'exceptional licensing expertise'. Members handle the full range of licensing work, and is well known for acting for national authorities, public sector clients and operators in licensing disputes. James Findlay KC is highly regarded for his excellent track record in advising on private hire, alcohol, and gambling licensing matters. Ranjit Bhose KC is regularly instructed by licensing authorities on a range of work, and Josef Cannon KC has been kept busy handling contentious mandates concerning licenses for sexual entertainment venues, music festivals and hotels. Asitha Ranatunga has 'an exceptional understanding of licensing law and procedure, as well as the ability to provide insightful, bespoke and practical advice'.Leading Silks
2024 Silks
Leading Juniors
Testimonials
‘Daniel Gatt is a leading clerk in this field.’
‘Cornerstone Barristers is a stand-out set in the world of licensing.’
‘Cornerstone Barristers is an outstanding set with great depth of talent.’
‘An attentive set.’
‘The clerks provide an excellent service.’
‘Very helpful clerks.’
London Bar > Local government (including rating law) Tier 1
Featuring members possessing ‘an exceptional understanding of the law’, Cornerstone Barristers is prominent within local government law, with its members instructed by local authorities the length and breadth of the country. Ranjit Bhose KC has advised multiple London local authorities on the new requirements arising from legislation passed in light of the Hackitt Review into building regulations following the Grenfell Fire. Matt Hutchings KC represented a London borough in R (United Trade Action Group Ltd & Licensed Taxi Drivers’ Association) v Camden LBC, a judicial review of a transport scheme that would ban cars, including taxis, from Tottenham Court Road during the day. In Thompson v Harlow DC, a claim for damages resulting from a fire at the claimant’s home caused by plumbers contracted by the council, Matthew Feldman acted for the claimant.Leading Silks
2023 Silks
Leading Juniors
Testimonials
‘Daryl Hughes regularly goes above and beyond to find a suitable barrister.’
‘Dan Gatt is a particularly able senior clerk who has been invaluable in resolving any issues which arise very skillfully.’
‘The clerks always offer a professional and timely service.’
‘The clerks are helpful and efficient.’
‘Cornerstone as a whole demonstrates professionalism, expertise, attention to detail and unwavering dedication to its clients.’
‘An excellent set of chambers that is organised and well structured.’
‘First class.’
Work highlights
London Bar > Social housing Tier 1
The 'very good housing set' Cornerstone Barristers is highly regarded for its expertise at handling the full range of housing law matters; 'the wealth of barristers with knowledge on housing law is phenomenal'. Ranjit Bhose KC regularly represents social landlords, housing associations and local housing authorities in a broad spectrum of work, and Kelvin Rutledge KC has an excellent track record in handling homelessness cases and housing allocation matters. Dean Underwood 'knows housing law through and through' and is 'calm on his feet', and Andrew Lane is 'a smiling assassin' - 'his advocacy style is very effective'. In March 2023 Kuljit Bhogal KC was appointed to silk.Leading Silks
2023 Silks
Leading Juniors
Testimonials
‘The clerking team are all brilliant. George Regan stands out. He is available, helpful, and well organised.’
‘Chelsea Thomas is extremely accommodating and is always ready to assist.’
‘Cornerstone Barristers is first class in this field.’
‘A well-respected chambers.’
‘A very well organised and structured chambers.’
‘Exceptionally knowledgeable and skilled barristers.’
‘A high quality set.’
‘All the clerks are helpful.’
London Bar > Environment Tier 3
At Cornerstone Barristers, recent work for the team includes Estelle Dehon KC acting for the claimant in R (South Lakes Action on Climate Change) v SSLUHC & West Cumbria Mining, a climate-based challenge to a grant of permission for a new underground coal mine and its associated development in Whitehaven in Cumbria. At the junior end of chambers, the 'exceptionally knowledgeable and organised' Ruchi Parekh stands out for her expertise in handling climate change litigation and contentious waste-related matters.2022 Silks
Leading Juniors
Testimonials
‘Daryl Hughes is always responsive and is easy to work with.’
‘Cornerstone is one of the leading public law and planning sets in the country.’
‘The set has really strong senior juniors in the ranks who specialise in planning and environmental work.’
‘We have received excellent service from Cornerstone. The clerks are helpful and the set is building a very impressive selection of environmental counsel.’
‘All the clerks are extremely responsive and helpful.’
‘The clerks provide an efficient service.’
London Bar > Planning Tier 3
With ‘strong barristers at every level of experience‘, Cornerstone Barristers is involved in ‘very high-profile planning challenges‘, handling cases from the inquiry stage up to the Supreme Court. The set’s ‘real expertise in planning law‘, complemented by its proficiency in public law, property, energy, and local government law, makes it a ‘growing force in planning‘. Compulsory purchase and compensation cases is another area of expertise for the chambers. Thomas Cosgrove KC, leading Ruchi Parekh, successfully overturned a High Court decision on behalf of Mid Suffolk District Council in R (Thurston Parish Council) v Mid Suffolk DC and Bloor Homes, a significant Court of Appeal case within the planning arena on the distinction between interpretation and and application of planning policy. Several members have been involved in the Sunnica Energy Farm nationally significant infrastructure project; Michael Bedford KC appeared in the development consent order examination on behalf of Suffolk County Council, with Edward Grant and Parekh representing West Suffolk Council at the ongoing hearings. Harriet Townsend led for the local authority in R (Finch, on behalf of the Weald Action Group) v Surrey CC, arguing that, when considering an application for the commercial extraction of oil, it is not necessary to conduct an assessment of the emissions and climate impact of any subsequently manufactured products, as any such impact would not be an effect of development.Rising stars
Leading Silks
2022 Silks
2024 Silks
Leading Juniors
Testimonials
‘The clerks are always very responsive. I have dealt with George Reagan a lot. He is always very quick to respond, follows up on queries and is a pleasure to work with.’
‘Daniel Gatt is great, professional, extremely likeable, helpful and organised. All his team have consistently provided a high quality of service. Daniel always does his utmost to match counsel to the matter and to free up availability if at all possible.’
‘I think very highly of the clerks. I deal mainly with Daniel Gatt, Elliott Langdorf and Chelsea Thomas. They are all really helpful as well as friendly. This is one of the reasons why I use this set of chambers.’
‘Elliot Langdorf and Daniel Gatt stand out. Always willing to assist and give a choice of available counsel.’
‘Daniel Gatt very personable and professional, will work diaries around and try to find the best fit if a particular barrister is not available.’
‘Cornerstone is a strong set and has real expertise in planning law – I regularly attend their training seminars and have always found them informative, interesting and enjoyable.’
‘The set is a growing force in planning. The turnover is increasing, and barristers are doing very high-profile planning challenges in the courts.’
‘A superior set with strength and depth, providing an excellent service.’
Work highlights
London Bar > Administrative law and human rights
2022 Silks
Leading Juniors
London Bar > Data protection
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London Bar > Health and safety
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London Bar > Property litigation
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London Bar > Aviation
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London Bar > Court of Protection and community care
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London Bar > Inquests and inquiries
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London Bar > Commercial litigation
Cornerstone Barristers > Set Profile
With over 60 barristers, including 14 silks, and offices in London, Birmingham and Cardiff, Cornerstone Barristers is a leading public law set that provides advice and representation in areas including: public law and judicial review, planning and environment, climate litigation and advice, housing, property, licensing, data protection, Court of Protection, health and social care, commercial and regulatory law.
Clients include private developers, companies, central and local government, public development agencies and individuals.
Cornerstone have 12 junior barristers on the Attorney General Panel’s of Counsel to the Crown acting frequently for central government departments in a wide variety of disputes.
The set: Chambers offers expertise at all levels of seniority, from KCs to newly qualified barristers, and at all levels of the court system, from County Court to the Supreme Court. Members are highly regarded and often involved in ground-breaking cases. They are not just legal experts but sector specialists, meaning that clients receive advice from, and are represented by, people who understand their perspective, their business and their challenges.
Types of work undertaken: The set’s expertise takes in the most lengthy, complex and high-profile cases, as well as more routine matters.
Planning and environment: As one of the leading planning sets, Cornerstone Barristers handles the full range of issues including high-profile infrastructure and other nationally important projects involving property, public and environmental law, compulsory purchase and compensation, minerals and waste, rights of way, highways, village greens and commons. Members handle major inquiries and advise on prominent developments, statutory challenges and judicial review.
Public law and Judicial Review: The set defends and challenges public law decisions in many areas including planning, housing, highways, health and social care, Court of Protection, immigration, human rights, education and employment. Members take part in the most prominent public inquiries and inquests.
Planning and Environment: Our team advises a wide range of clients from large property developers and public bodies through to small businesses and individuals. We appear in high profile planning inquiries as well as in the High Court. This means that our members can advise throughout the different stages of a planning case, from the inquiry up to the Supreme Court
Climate Litigation and Advice: This set has a strong track record of providing credible, strategic, carbon-literate advice to clients and our barristers are frequently involved in some of the most consequential and high-profile climate litigation cases in the UK, including at the Supreme Court.
Housing: The set is well known for landlord and tenant law, homelessness, asylum, housing benefit fraud, possession claims, contested succession, unlawful subletting, anti-social behaviour and disrepair.
Property: As well as advising and representing private and public-sector clients in relation to commercial and residential property, members act as mediators and arbitrators.
Licensing: The set drives professional development in this area by advising, training and educating across the whole field, including alcohol, entertainment, gambling and taxis, on behalf of licensing authorities, police, leading industry operators, trade associations and campaign and community groups.
Information law: The team has particular expertise in profiling, big data and Al, and brings both legal and technical knowledge to advising clients.
Health and social care: Members represent clients in the Court of Protection, the Administrative Court and the Supreme Court across the full spectrum of health and social care matters, including adult and child social care, mental capacity and mental health law.
Commercial: The set includes barristers with domestic business law practices encompassing contentious and non-contentious commercial and corporate work.
Regulatory law: In conjunction with a leading reputation in corporate manslaughter, the set provides a comprehensive service in consumer protection, trading standards, health and safety and environmental regulation.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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CEO | Clare Bello | cbello@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Senior Clerk | Elliot Langdorf | elangdorf@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Joint Head of Chambers | COPPEL KC, Philip (1994) | philipc@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Joint Head of Chambers | COSGROVE KC, Thomas (1994) | tomc@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | FINDLAY KC, James (1984) | jamesf@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | GASZTOWICZ KC, Steven (1981) | sg@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | FORLIN KC, Gerard (1984) | gerardf@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BHOSE KC, Ranjit (1989) | ranjitb@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | RUTLEDGE KC, Kelvin (1989) | kelvinr@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BEDFORD KC, Michael (1985) | michaelb@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | GROUND KC, Richard (1994) | richardg@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BUSCH KC, Lisa (2000) | lbusch@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | SHADAREVIAN KC, Paul (1984) | ps@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | HUTCHINGS KC, Matt (1993) | matth@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | DEHON KC, Estelle (2006) | estelled@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BHOGAL KC, Kuljit (1999) | kuljitb@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Associate of Chambers | STOKER, Graham (1977) | grahams@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | ALBUTT, Ian (1981) | iana@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | CLAY, Jonathan (1990) | jclay@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | MARSHALL, Paul (1991) | paulm@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | ROWLANDS, Catherine (1992) | catheriner@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | TOWNSEND, Harriet (1992) | htownsend@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | GREEN, Robin (1992) | rgreen@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | GRANT, Edward (1994) | egrant@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | EDWARDS, Martin (1995) | medwards@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | FELDMAN, Matthew (1995) | mfeldman@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | PAGET, Michael (1995) | michaelp@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | LINTOTT, David (1996) | dlintott@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BEGLAN, Wayne (1996) | wayneb@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BEGLAN, Wayne (1996) | wayneb@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | JOHNSON, Lindsay (1997) | ljohnsons@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | LANE, Andrew (1999) | andrewl@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | DATTA, Shomik (2000) | shomikd@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | RANATUNGA, Asitha (2001) | aranatunga@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | PETER, Natasha (2001) | npeter@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | ETIEBET, Peggy (2001) | peggye@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | UNDERWOOD, Dean (2002) | deanu@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | CANNON, Josef (2002) | jcannon@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | LAMBERT, Emmaline (2003) | elambert@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | PARRY, Clare (2005) | clarep@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | PARKHILL, Lee (2005) | lparkhill@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | OSCROFT, Jennifer (2006) | jennyo@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | KOHLI, Ryan (2006) | ryank@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | SALMON, Sarah (2007) | ssalmon@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | WILLIAMS, Robert (2008) | robertw@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | DRING, Emma (2009) | emmad@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | WHITTINGTON, Zoe (2009) | zoew@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | PAREKH, Ruchi (2010) | ruchip@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | CAMPBELL, Alexander (2010) | acampbell@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | CANTOR, Alistair (2011) | acantor@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | PARKER, Jack (2011) | jackp@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | HANSTOCK, Richard (2012) | richardh@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | PINDHAM, Nina (2012) | npindham@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | DU FEU, Ben (2013) | bend@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | Dr BOWES, Ashley (2013) | ashleyb@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | LEWIN, Matt (2013) | matthewl@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | CALZAVARA, Riccardo (2013) | rcalzavara@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | O'LEARY, Tara (2014) | tarao@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | FITZSIMONS, John (2016) | johnf@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | DAVIES, Olivia (2016) | odavies@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | Dr WILLIAMS, Alex (2017) | awilliams@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | WELSH, David (2017) | awelsh@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | Dr FOWLES, Sam (2017) | sfowles@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | CLAPP, Rowan (2018) | rclapp@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | FLANAGAN, India (2018) | iflanagan@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Associate of Chambers | Dr LIENEN, Christina (2019) | clienen@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BARBER, Jack (2019) | jbarber@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | BELL, Verity (2020) | vbell@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | SIRICA, Jackson (2021) | jsirica@cornerstonebarristers.com | |
Member of Chambers | LANE, Lois (2022) | llane@cornerstonebarristers.com |
Barrister Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Ian Albutt | lan Albutt was called to the Bar in 1981. His practice encompasses… | View Profile | |
Jack Barber | View Profile | ||
Michael Bedford | Michael has an extensive practice covering all aspects of the development process… | View Profile | |
Wayne Beglan | View Profile | ||
Verity Bell | View Profile | ||
Ms Kuljit Bhogal KC | Housing; local government; administrative and public law; Court of Protection | View Profile | |
Ranjit Bhose | View Profile | ||
Dr Ashley Bowes | View Profile | ||
Lisa Busch | Lisa Busch is a leading advocate in planning, environmental, local government and… | View Profile | |
Josef Cannon KC | Practice Areas Josef’s practice at the Bar focuses on licensing, town and… | View Profile | |
Alistair Cantor | View Profile | ||
Rowan Clapp | Rowan is developing a broad practice across all areas of Chambers’ work.… | View Profile | |
Jonathan Clay | Jonathan’s practice covers all aspects of planning and environmental control, housing, renewable… | View Profile | |
Philip Coppel | View Profile | ||
Shomik Datta | Shomik is a property and commercial litigator with two decades of experience.… | View Profile | |
Olivia Davies | View Profile | ||
Estelle Dehon | Estelle Dehon KC is a public lawyer with a wide-ranging practice, including… | View Profile | |
Emma Dring | Emma is regularly instructed in High Court planning cases, both as junior… | View Profile | |
Ben Du Feu | View Profile | ||
Martin Edwards | View Profile | ||
Matthew Feldman | Matthew Feldman has extensive experience in housing law representing local authorities, registered… | View Profile | |
James Findlay | Specialist in planning and environment, compulsory purchase, licensing and local government law… | View Profile | |
John Fitzsimons | John is a public law barrister whose practice encompasses a wide range… | View Profile | |
Gerard Forlin | Specialist in health and safety; corporate manslaughter: disaster litigation; aviation: railways; fire;… | View Profile | |
Dr Sam Fowles | Sam is a public lawyer. He regularly acts in all levels of… | View Profile | |
Steven Gasztowicz | Undertakes property and commercial work such as ownership disputes and fraud claims… | View Profile | |
Matt Hutchings | Matt has a broad practice spanning the full range of chambers’ public… | View Profile | |
Mr Lindsay Johnson | View Profile | ||
Ryan Kohli | Administrative and public law: Ryan has extensive experience representing government departments and… | View Profile | |
Andrew Lane | View Profile | ||
Matt Lewin | Matt is a public lawyer. His practice has a particular focus on… | View Profile | |
Dr Christina Lienen | View Profile | ||
David Lintott | David is a public law specialist working primarily in areas of local… | View Profile | |
Tara O'Leary | View Profile | ||
Jennifer Oscroft | Public law and judicial review, social housing, homelessness, community care, Court of… | View Profile | |
Michael Paget | View Profile | ||
Ruchi Parekh | View Profile | ||
Jack Parker | View Profile | ||
Lee Parkhill | View Profile | ||
Clare Parry | View Profile | ||
Natasha Peter | View Profile | ||
Nina Pindham | View Profile | ||
Asitha Ranatunga | View Profile | ||
Catherine Rowlands | View Profile | ||
Paul Shadarevian | Planning and environment. | View Profile | |
Graham Stoker | Leading senior junior in the area of planning law; advises and appears… | View Profile | |
Harriet Townsend | Planning; environmental law; local government; property. | View Profile | |
Dean Underwood | View Profile | ||
Zoë Whittington | View Profile | ||
Dr Alex Williams | Alex is a seasoned public lawyer with a broad and busy practice… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Clare Bello : CEO Elliot Langdorf : Senior ClerkDiversity
The principles of equal opportunity and diversity are a fundamental part of Cornerstone Barristers’ philosophy and are essential to our success as a thriving set. It is our unequivocal policy not to discriminate against anyone, either directly or indirectly, on grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, maternity or paternity, disability, religion or belief, age, part-time, fixed-term or contractual status, or on any other irrelevant or irrational basis.
In particular, Chambers is committed to ensuring that it selects pupils, tenants and employees without discrimination, that discriminatory considerations play no part in the allocation of work within chambers, and that we do not accept instructions from solicitors who seek to select Counsel on a discriminatory basis. We endeavour to treat everyone, both inside and outside Chambers, with attention, courtesy, respect and consideration. We also aim to ensure that our pupillage, work experience, employment and membership opportunities are open and accessible to all based on individual qualities and personal merit.
Each year we host a small number of visits from pupils in state sixth forms who are interested in a career at the bar. The visits involve a tour of legal London and our Chambers and there is an opportunity to meet barristers and take part in a simple advocacy exercise. These visits are funded by the Anthony Scrivener education fund.
Client Testimonials
CLIENT: Elizabeth Smith
COMPANY/FIRM: Uttlesford District Council
TESTIMONIAL: “Cornerstone Barristers are our Chambers of choice. We have always had a first-class service from its members and we have never had to look elsewhere because of an inability to assist us.
The Clerks are all extremely helpful and on occasions have gone above and beyond the call of duty to assist us.
I would thoroughly recommend them.”
CLIENT: Jo Smith
COMPANY/FIRM: Mid Kent Legal Services – Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
TESTIMONIAL: “Cornerstone Barristers is the complete package. Clerks who understand their client’s needs and will move everything to make sure they are met. Barristers who are outstanding in their field. Highly knowledgeable, quick to grasp the facts and the ability to see solutions where they haven’t been identified before – A professional service from start to finish with competitive fees that have kept us coming back for more time and time again. I would have no hesitation in recommending Cornerstone to represent your client (unless they are against us, of course!)”
CLIENT: Ian Chai
COMPANY/FIRM: Francis Wilks & Jones Solicitors
TESTIMONIAL: “I have instructed Cornerstone Barristers for many years now. From the juniors to silks, I have had consistent, excellent drafting, advocacy and tactical skills in cases ranging from the County Court to the Court of Appeal. The clerks are also fantastic and go the extra mile. A seamless operation.”
CLIENT: Linda Trembath
COMPANY/FIRM: Tendring District Council
TESTIMONIAL: “Cornerstone Chambers, aka 2-3 GIS, have pulled out the stops this last year and really feel like part of our team. Frequently, and at very short notice, barristers have both been found and agreed to assist us and all, clerks and barristers alike, have provided a sterling, and importantly, reliable service. That extra resource, our team extension if you like, has been there to support us through more unusually tough times this year than we care to remember.”
CLIENT: Jo Sterakides
COMPANY/FIRM: London Borough of Hackney
TESTIMONIAL: “I regularly use Cornerstone. They are my go to chambers and usually my first choice. This is not just because of the excellent selection of barristers available, but also because of the incredible service that I receive from the clerks there. The clerks are knowledgeable, friendly and professional, and go out of their way to assist in any way they can. Any barrister recommendation for cases are spot on and they are always contactable, which to me is very helpful. Head clerk Elliot and his team leaders have in my view, improved the service of chambers even during the pandemic”
Client Testimonials
CLIENT: Elizabeth Smith
COMPANY/FIRM: Uttlesford District Council
TESTIMONIAL: “Cornerstone Barristers are our Chambers of choice. We have always had a first-class service from its members and we have never had to look elsewhere because of an inability to assist us.
The Clerks are all extremely helpful and on occasions have gone above and beyond the call of duty to assist us.
I would thoroughly recommend them.”
CLIENT: Jo Smith
COMPANY/FIRM: Mid Kent Legal Services – Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
TESTIMONIAL: “Cornerstone Barristers is the complete package. Clerks who understand their client’s needs and will move everything to make sure they are met. Barristers who are outstanding in their field. Highly knowledgeable, quick to grasp the facts and the ability to see solutions where they haven’t been identified before – A professional service from start to finish with competitive fees that have kept us coming back for more time and time again. I would have no hesitation in recommending Cornerstone to represent your client (unless they are against us, of course!)”
CLIENT: Ian Chai
COMPANY/FIRM: Francis Wilks & Jones Solicitors
TESTIMONIAL: “I have instructed Cornerstone Barristers for many years now. From the juniors to silks, I have had consistent, excellent drafting, advocacy and tactical skills in cases ranging from the County Court to the Court of Appeal. The clerks are also fantastic and go the extra mile. A seamless operation.”
CLIENT: Linda Trembath
COMPANY/FIRM: Tendring District Council
TESTIMONIAL: “Cornerstone Chambers, aka 2-3 GIS, have pulled out the stops this last year and really feel like part of our team. Frequently, and at very short notice, barristers have both been found and agreed to assist us and all, clerks and barristers alike, have provided a sterling, and importantly, reliable service. That extra resource, our team extension if you like, has been there to support us through more unusually tough times this year than we care to remember.”
CLIENT: Jo Sterakides
COMPANY/FIRM: London Borough of Hackney
TESTIMONIAL: “I regularly use Cornerstone. They are my go to chambers and usually my first choice. This is not just because of the excellent selection of barristers available, but also because of the incredible service that I receive from the clerks there. The clerks are knowledgeable, friendly and professional, and go out of their way to assist in any way they can. Any barrister recommendation for cases are spot on and they are always contactable, which to me is very helpful. Head clerk Elliot and his team leaders have in my view, improved the service of chambers even during the pandemic”
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