Three Raymond Buildings > London, England > Set Profile

Chambers of James Lewis KC & Hugo Keith KC
Three Raymond Buildings
3 RAYMOND BUILDINGS, GRAY'S INN
LONDON
WC1R 5BH
England

London Bar > Business and regulatory crime (including global investigations) Tier 1

Three Raymond Buildings is a ‘very strong set known for quality work‘ regarding the prosecution and defence of high-profile matters in cases involving allegations of insider-dealing and serious corruption. Members of the set regularly act for government bodies and agencies, such as corruption and fraud specialist Patrick Gibbs KC, who frequently prosecutes for the SFO, while other members of the set, such as Hugo Keith KC, are regularly instructed by the respondents in SFO investigations.

Leading Silks

Ranked: Tier 1
Patrick Gibbs KCThree Raymond BuildingsTop drawer. Excellent all-rounder. Crème de la crème.
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3

2022 Silks

Rachel Barnes KC - Three Raymond BuildingsAn amazing ability to digest and analyse complex facts into a clear narrative summary. Rachel is an expert in issues of admissibility of evidence; she keeps her eye on how best to present a large quantity of technical financial evidence to the court.
Rachel Barnes KCThree Raymond BuildingsRachel knows her area inside out and can draw on a wide experience of dealing with the NCA and other agencies, which is of great comfort to clients. She is a strong technical lawyer. She works very hard and is a pleasure to work with, in what can be extremely challenging circumstances.

Leading Juniors

Ranked: Tier 2
Rachel ScottThree Raymond Buildings ‘She has a terrific blend of skills including highly persuasive and subtle advocacy, brilliant drafting and a good manner with difficult clients and solicitors.’
Ranked: Tier 3

Testimonials

‘Dean Brown needs a special mention, who is outstanding and a senior clerk in the making.’

‘Very nice and friendly. Eddie Holland is notable.’

‘Extremely responsive and knowledgeable. They know their private market and offer competitive quotations.’

‘Very strong set known for quality work.’

‘I have always been impressed by their strength in depth. They have recruited steadily and with a focus on quality.’

Work highlights

London Bar > International crime and extradition Tier 1

Remaining a pre-eminent set in the extradition space, Three Raymond Buildings regularly advises and represents requesting judicial authorities, foreign governments, and requested individuals. Helen Malcolm KC is acting for the CPS on behalf of the government of Azerbaijan in high-profile extradition proceedings concerning Zamira Hajiyeva, wife of the former chairman of the International Bank of Azerbaijan and subject of the UK's first Unexplained Wealth Order. Rachel Barnes KC was instructed by the Kuwaiti government in Kuwait v Badie, a case concerning the first proposed extradition under UK-Kuwait treaty, raising questions about human rights standards in that jurisdiction, while Rachel Scott was led by James Lewis KC as junior counsel for the Government of Trinidad and Tobago in the Privy Council appeal of former FIFA president Jack Warner against the order for his extradition to the USA on corruption charges.

Leading Silks

James Hines KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘James is an opponent to be reckoned with.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Hugo Keith KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Hugo has dealt with many of the seminal extradition cases and has a length of experience that is very hard to match.
Ranked: Tier 1
Helen Malcolm KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘A brilliant courtroom operator. Her written work is exceptional, and her courtroom presence is awesome.
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3

2022 Silks

Rachel Barnes KC  –Three Raymond Buildings ‘Rachel may be a junior silk, but underestimate her at your peril. Behind the effortless front lie hours of diligent legwork, meaning that she knows the case better than those around her.’

Leading Juniors

Amanda BostockThree Raymond Buildings ‘Very strong prosecutor, always thoroughly prepared, and an excellent, robust advocate.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 2
Reka Hollos  – Three Raymond Buildings 'Reka is incredibly bright, charismatic and hard-working. Her written advocacy is very strong.'
Ranked: Tier 3

Testimonials

‘Dean Brown is a very astute clerk who manages his team of very talented barristers with some considerable style.’

‘Dean Brown is one of the finest criminal clerks in the country.’

‘3 Raymond Buildings are (rightly) regarded as a top ranking set for crime, extradition and police regulatory matters. They are the traditional powerhouses in criminal and quasi-criminal law.’

‘Probably the best criminal set of barristers in the country. Some stunningly good barristers at all levels.’

‘The best extradition set in the country.’

‘Very strong at the senior end for extradition.’

‘Very well organised, efficient and provide a great service.’

Work highlights

London Bar > Licensing Tier 1

Three Raymond Buildings garners praise as ‘a leading set for licensing‘. Stephen Walsh KC is a highly regarded practitioner in the space, with extensive expertise in handling the full range of licensing matters. Michael Bromley-Martin KC is ‘tenacious and always willing to go to battle for clients‘, and his recent workload includes advising on premises licensing issues. Firearms licensing work is a key strength for Matthew Butt KC, who is equally adept at handling gambling, liquor and private hire licensing matters. Sarah Le Fevre is regularly instructed by local authorities on both borough and council licensing matters, and Guy Ladenburg has a solid track record in handling liquor licensing mandates.

Leading Silks

Stephen Walsh KCThree Raymond Buildings 'Stephen is a star of the licensing Bar and a joy to work with.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Michael Bromley-Martin KCThree Raymond BuildingsMichael naturally commands and controls the attention of a room. A strategic and tenacious silk.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Matthew Butt KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Matthew’s manner before licensing sub-committees is smooth, measured and always pitched perfectly.'
Ranked: Tier 2

2024 Silks

Saba Naqshbandi KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Saba leaves no stone unturned in her meticulous preparation for licensing sub-committee hearings.’

Leading Juniors

Sarah Le FevreThree Raymond Buildings 'She is well-respected by licensing sub-committees.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Guy LadenburgThree Raymond BuildingsA junior who provides helpful, concise and frank advice.'
Ranked: Tier 2

Testimonials

Excellent clerks.’

An extremely friendly and likeable set of clerks.’

London Bar > Crime Tier 2

Three Raymond Buildings is widely regarded as ‘one of the top criminal sets known for the consistent quality within its ranks‘. The set is known for both prosecution and defence work, and in particular is known for acting for police officers facing criminal charges.  Hugh Davies OBE KC prosecuted a former Nigerian senator of human trafficking offences after sending a young man from Lagos to London as a kidney donor for his daughter. Patrick Gibbs KC  represented actor Kevin Spacey, who was acquitted on nine charges of sexual offences; he and Bo-Eun Jung represented a woman who was accused of murdering her ten-week-old baby; the defendant was acquitted of murder, and received a suspended sentence for infanticide.

Leading Silks

Ranked: Tier 2
Alisdair Williamson KC – Three Raymond BuildingsAlisdair is a brilliant tactician. He is both dominating and highly persuasive as an advocate and there is real depth to the way he addresses juries and handles even the most difficult of witnesses. He is also a joy to work with.'  
Ranked: Tier 2
Patrick Gibbs KC – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Patrick is one of the best in his field. He is a master strategist who gives careful and considered advice. His compelling advocacy is incisive and highly persuasive.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 4
Ranked: Tier 4
William Emlyn Jones KC – Three Raymond BuildingsWilliam is one of the most respected and formidable prosecutors in the country. His mastery of detail is unsurpassed and juries love his easy going and straightforward manner. As an advocate he is low-key but can shift through the gears if the need arises.’
Ranked: Tier 4

Leading Juniors

Neil Saunders – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Neil instantly brings a degree of confidence within any defence team. He is great on the detail and within a few minutes of meeting any client, instills a sense of calm and positivity. He is a brilliant advocate and very well liked by judges. His advocacy style is robust but very very persuasive.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Eva Niculiu – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Eva is quite simply the perfect criminal barrister - she is phenomenally clever, and extraordinarily articulate, committed and hard-working. her advocacy is imaginative, focused, always razor-sharp and perfectly pitched.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Luke Ponte – Three Raymond Buildings 'Luke makes trial advocacy look effortless. He is lethal but charming in cross-examination.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Kevin Baumber – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Kevin has a piercing intellect and is an exceptional lawyer who always has the latest caselaw at his fingertips.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Patrick Hill – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Patrick is one of the leading criminal juniors: intelligent and hard working with great judgement.’ 
Ranked: Tier 4
Heather Oliver – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Heather is a magnificent advocate who is widely respected by all who come across her.' 
Ranked: Tier 4
Nicholas Yeo – Three Raymond BuildingsNicholas makes elegant submissions built upon flawless written arguments. He operates at a level above everyone else in the court. He is tenacious, a great strategist and a forceful presence in court.' 
Ranked: Tier 4
Guy Ladenburg – Three Raymond Buildings 'Guy is a very polished communicator and advocate. He has an immensely personable manner and is a robust cross-examiner.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Ranked: Tier 4

Testimonials

‘Eddie Holland and Dean Brown are two of the best clerks around.’

‘Eddie Holland is a real gentleman, very easy to deal with and is really bright. Dean Brown is also brilliant and a joy to work with.’

‘Three Raymond Buildings is one of the top criminal sets known for the consistent quality within its ranks.’

‘Three Raymond Buildings possess an unrivalled array of talent from top to bottom.’

‘This is an excellent set with strength in depth.’

‘A premier league set with some heavy hitting counsel.’

‘The clerks’ room provides a top notch service.’

Work highlights

London Bar > Fraud: crime Tier 2

Three Raymond Buildings is widely considered as having a strong range of criminal silks, many of them active in heavyweight fraud cases. Helen Malcolm KC’s broad experience includes complex and high-value tax fraud cases, while Richard Wormald KC has recently acted for the first defendant in an international £150m cash couriering fraud, involving the alleged use of the hawala system to transfer criminal funds to Dubai. Ben Summers‘methodical, intelligent, and highly strategic approach to the presentation of cases’ is valued by his clients.

Leading Silks

Richard Wormald KC – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Richard’s advocacy is his greatest strength. He is brilliant and juries love him, as do clients. He simply commands confidence and is incredibly persuasive.’ 
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 3

2022 Silks

Rachel Barnes KC – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Rachel is fiercely intelligent and has a forensic eye for detail. Her advocacy is always impressive and she inspires confidence in clients and solicitors alike.’

Leading Juniors

Neil Saunders – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Neil is a highly approachable, user-friendly counsel whose advocacy could charm the birds off the trees. He has the knack of winning the unwinnable.’ 
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Ben Summers – Three Raymond Buildings 'Ben is a master tactician and a class act in complex cases. His attention to detail is impeccable, his written submissions are outstanding and he has a commanding presence before any tribunal.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 4

Testimonials

‘The clerking at 3 Raymond Buildings is unrivalled. Nothing is too much trouble. Dean Brown is knowledgeable, courteous and extremely able. He really is very, very good at what he does.’

‘Eddie Holland, Dean Brown and Chris Feathers are always helpful and ready to assist.’

‘Eddie Holland and Dean Brown are brilliant. They not only accommodate any specific needs, but are excellent at identifying the right barrister for the right case.’

‘A top criminal and fraud set.’

‘3RB is one of the best sets in the country in this area.’

‘Three Raymond Buildings has a phenomenal array of silks in chambers. They also have very reliable and hard-working juniors.’ 

Work highlights

London Bar > Inquests and inquiries Tier 2

Three Raymond Buildings is ‘a great set with a number of hugely impressive KCs and juniors‘ with key strengths in coronial law, with many members of the set regularly appearing in cases for police forces and officers. Hugh Davies OBE KC draws on his expertise in police law to represent police authorities and officers in inquests; his recent caseload includes acting as lead counsel to West Yorkshire Police Inquest relating to the death of a suspected leader of an organized crime group who was found to have been lawfully killed by armed officers. In other major matters, Hugo Keith KC continues to act as lead counsel to the Covid-19 Public Inquiry. Within the junior pool, Kevin Baumber has an extensive practice in Article 2 inquests, and Ailsa Williamson is representing the officers who detained a man who died following cocaine use and police restraint in the inquest into his death.

Leading Silks

Patrick Gibbs KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘A sublime advocate, beguiling and simply a joy to watch him on his feet.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 2
Stephen Walsh KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Stephen is a doyen of the inquest and inquiry Bar. He has tremendous judgement and a sureness of touch which he brings to bear in the most sensitive of cases. An extremely impressive practitioner.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Hugo Keith KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Hugo knows the law inside out. He carries out his work with commitment and verve.’ 
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 3
Clair Dobbin KCThree Raymond Buildings  ‘Clair has meticulous attention to detail, is extremely hard working, and has a calm and approachable manner. She has a particular aptitude for handling vulnerable witnesses or clients and de-escalating stressful situations. Fantastic to work with.’ 
Ranked: Tier 4

2024 Silks

Saba Naqshbandi KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Saba has an expert analytical eye and delves into the detail of every case so that she knows it back to front.'

Leading Juniors

Sarah Le FevreThree Raymond Buildings 'Sarah's attention to detail, judgement, and strategic thinking has been pivotal in successfully advising on highly sensitive cases. She has excellent judgement.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Kevin Baumber – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Kevin has a razor-sharp intellect, and is an unstoppable force on his feet. Most opponents wilt before him.’ 
Ranked: Tier 4
Ranked: Tier 4
Ranked: Tier 4
Edmund GrittThree Raymond Buildings ‘Edmund is truly superb. He is strong on his feet, determined, and ferociously bright.’
Ranked: Tier 5
Ranked: Tier 5
Bo-Eun Jung – Three Raymond Buildings 'Bo has a good eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and is a fantastic inquest and inquiry barrister.'
Ranked: Tier 5

Testimonials

‘The clerking team are very strong at Three Raymond Buildings, particularly Chris Feather and Dean Brown.’ 

‘The clerks are very accommodating, responsive and a pleasure to work with.”

‘An excellent set for Inquests and Inquiries.’

‘An excellent set with great KCs and Juniors.’

‘The barristers within this set are supported by a brilliant engine room of clerks.’

 

London Bar > Police law (forces and constables) Tier 2

Three Raymond Buildings, an ‘impressive set with a number of outstanding barristers and quality at every level,‘ has particular strength in the representation of police officers, with a long-standing relationship with the Police Federation and its preferred firms of solicitors. Hugh Davies OBE KC represented two central command officers, separately from Greater Manchester Police, in the Manchester Arena bombing inquiry. Turning to the set’s juniors, Kevin Baumber represented a Met officer who kept her place in the force after she, having been refused permission to do so by the force, appeared on the Nigerian version of Big Brother.

Leading Silks

Hugh Davies OBE KC  –Three Raymond Building 'Hugh is a remarkable court presence. His advocacy and cross-examination skills demand full attention.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 3
Matthew Butt KCThree Raymond Buildings 'Matthew is a very confident and well prepared advocate, with a clear grasp of both the law and tactics of a case. His cross-examination is focused and effective.'
Ranked: Tier 3
William Emlyn Jones KCThree Raymond Buildings 'William is a class act, a trustworthy and scrupulously fair opponent. He is a skilled and extremely effective advocate.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Alisdair Williamson KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘His advocacy skills, preparation, written submissions and tactical acumen mean he is at the very upper echelons of the Bar, possibly second to none. A first choice as an advocate for any case of complexity and seriousness.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3

Leading Juniors

Kevin BaumberThree Raymond Buildings ‘Kevin has a razor-sharp intellect. He is a fearsome courtroom advocate, a ruthless cross-examiner and a stellar black letter lawyer.’ 
Ranked: Tier 2
Guy LadenburgThree Raymond Buildings 'Guy is a highly experienced and dedicated advocate. He has in-depth knowledge of police law and police misconduct work.'   
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Edmund Gritt Three Raymond Buildings ‘Edmund is an impressive and robust advocate who commands the tribunal’s attention. His strength is his gravitas and attention to detail.’ 
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3

Testimonials

‘Three Raymond Buildings is extremely strong in the field of police disciplinary and misconduct work. It runs through the whole set: from the silks to the junior tenants.’

‘Three Raymond Buildings possess an unrivalled array of talent from top to bottom.’

‘Very good set of Chambers, my go to Chambers for this type of work.’

‘The clerking at Three Raymond Buildings is also unrivalled in any other criminal set. I have never been let down and instruct the set very frequently indeed. ‘

Work highlights

London Bar > Proceeds of crime (POCA) and asset forfeiture Tier 2

Hailed as a ‘go-to London set for all matters relating to criminal and regulatory law‘ with significant experience in restraint, confiscation and civil recovery proceedings, members of Three Raymond Buildings regularly act in leading cases. In Supreme Court case R v Andrewes, Jonathan Ashley-Norman KC acted for the respondent - both parties sought to amend a confiscation order in a CV fraud case; the person convicted arguing that if the employee performed satisfactory the benefit figure should be set at zero, while the CPS argued that the salary should be confiscated in full. The set continues to show strong activity in the area of account freezing orders and forfeitures; Hugo Keith KC acted for a high-profile Russian oligarch regarding sanctions-related account freezing orders in NCA v Westminster Magistrates Court, and in Fresh View Ltd v Westminster Magistrates’ Court, Nicholas Yeo acted for a company which had been ordered to forfeit its bank balance as it had been paid through an unregistered money service bureau.

Leading Silks

Ranked: Tier 2
Jonathan Ashley-Norman KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Jonathan is excellent at analysing tricky POCA problems and tracking down the solution.’
Ranked: Tier 3

2022 Silks

Rachel Barnes KCThree Raymond BuildingsShe provides very high-level written work and advice on strategy and is extremely hard working and accessible. She has encyclopaedic knowledge of this area, delivers focused cross-examination and has good negotiating skills.

Leading Juniors

Nicholas YeoThree Raymond BuildingsNo-nonsense, user-friendly, efficient and very bright. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of POCA.
Ranked: Tier 1

Testimonials

‘Dean Brown responds rapidly to all enquiries and is always keen to secure instructions with competitive fee rates.’

‘The clerking at 3 Raymond Buildings is also unrivalled in any other criminal set. Nothing is too much trouble. I have never been let down and instruct the set very frequently indeed.’

‘Dean Brown is knowledgeable, courteous and extremely able. He really is very, very good at what he does.’

‘Premier division service.’

‘This is an excellent set with strength in depth. A go-to London set for all matters relating to criminal and regulatory law.’

‘Three Raymond Buildings possess an unrivalled array of talent from top to bottom.’

‘This set has a good number of highly talented individuals.’

Work highlights

London Bar > Health and safety Tier 4

With particular experience in the construction, transport, retail and entertainment industries, Three Raymond Buildings is sought out by local and national regulators, companies and individuals for advice on a range of health and safety matters, including major disasters and serious workplace injuries and fatalities. Sophie Cartwright joined the set in February 2023, and is also a member of Deans Court Chambers in Manchester.

Leading Silks

Stephen Walsh KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Stephen is at the top of his game, his judgement is second-to-none, and he provides strategic legal advice to clients in crisis situations.‘
Ranked: Tier 2

2024 Silks

Saba Naqshbandi KCThree Raymond Buildings ‘Saba is brilliant at grasping detail quickly and advising clients pragmatically. A go-to for fire safety cases.‘

Leading Juniors

Sarah Le FevreThree Raymond Buildings 'Sarah has excellent attention to detail and judgement on complex and difficult cases.'  
Ranked: Tier 3

Testimonials

‘Great clerks room. Eddie Holland is notable.’

‘The clerks are excellent. Responsive, bright and helpful. Dean Brown and Chris Feathers in particular are fantastic.’

‘The clerks are very helpful.’

‘Clerks room is very good. Dean Brown excels.’

‘Three Raymond Buildings are an exceptional set of criminal, public law and regulatory barristers. They are always my first port of call.’

‘Very strong set.’

‘3 Raymond Buildings is an excellent Chambers with strength in depth.’

‘Good set for inquests and inquiry work.’

Work highlights

London Bar > Administrative law and human rights

Leading Silks

Clair Dobbin KC – Three Raymond Buildings ‘Her advocacy is mesmerising and powerful. A wonderful practitioner.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Hugo Keith KCThree Raymond Buildings 'Hugo is fiercely bright and extremely hard working. His advice focuses on the nub of the issue. Impressive in the court room.'
Ranked: Tier 3

A multi-disciplined set with a national and international reputation in criminal and quasi criminal matters.

WORK UNDERTAKEN

Crime: Advocacy and advisory work in every aspect of criminal law, including serious violent and sexual crime, terrorism, drug and human trafficking, bribery and corruption, organised crime, child exploitation, cybercrime, breaches of the Official Secrets Act. Expertise across all levels of call in restraint, civil recovery and confiscation. Notable cases include Kevin Spacey (sexual assault); NX121 (firearms officer charged with murder – ongoing); PC David Carrick (rape and sexual offences); PC Monk (manslaughter of professional footballer Dalian Atkinson);  Stephen Port, dubbed the ‘Grindr killer’ after scouting his victims on the gay dating app; the manslaughter of 39 Vietnamese migrants found dead in a lorry trailer in Essex; multiple cases arising from the secretive global phone network EncroChat.

Sanctions: A leading financial crime chambers with experience in complex multi-jurisdictional cases. A well-established practice acting for financial institutions, insurance firms, law firms and other commercial organisations, as well as individuals, in financial sanctions and export controls cases.  In particular, a significant number of members of chambers are currently engaged in financial, travel and trade sanctions cases arising from the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the application of the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019/855.

Fraud & Financial Regulation: A long-established reputation in fraud, money laundering, insider-dealing, and anti-competitive conduct. Expertise extends to civil and commercial fraud claims initiated in the UK and abroad. Also experienced in Financial Services law; instructed by both the FCA and individuals and corporations in the financial services industry. Members advise in relation to the full range of FSMA matters including authorisation, compliance and enforcement. Notable matters include Glencore, Patisserie Valerie; Airbus; ENRC; Petrofac; Alstom; Barclays (Qatar); Canover Watson (FIFA fraud); FOREX manipulation; the LIBOR investigation; Unaoil;  Zamira Hajiyeva (the ‘Harrods Shopper’ –  the first Unexplained Wealth Order case).

Extradition & Mutual Legal Assistance: Members have acted in many of the landmark cases of the last 50 years and have helped shape the development of extradition law. They are experts in mutual legal assistance and are instructed regularly by the UK authorities to advise upon and draft letters of request to foreign jurisdictions. They also provide advice and representation to individuals and companies affected by mutual legal assistance requests. Notable cases include Julian Assange; Nirav Modi; Zamira Hajiyeva; Gary McKinnon; Shrien Dewani; Vladimir Antonov; Jack Warner (FIFA and Kuwaiti extradition cases;

Health & Safety: Regarded as a leading set in health & safety and fire safety work. Members include Specialist Regulatory Advocates in Health & Safety and Environmental Law at each level of seniority. Experience includes enforcement proceedings and inquests relating to major disasters and serious workplace injuries and fatalities resulting from safety failings. Members represent regulators and regulated corporate defendants and individuals. Extensive experience of the construction, transport, retail, care, waste management, and leisure and entertainment industries.

Inquests & Inquiries: Members are regularly instructed in inquests of the highest importance, most recently including the Covid Inquiry,  the Grenfell Tower Inquiry; Manchester Arena; Croydon Tram Crash; Jermaine Baker; the Fishmongers’ Hall, Westminster Bridge and London Bridge Inquests; the Hillsborough Inquest; ’7/7’ Inquests; Alexander Litvinenko; Mark Duggan. They also have considerable experience in representing core participants and witnesses before Public Inquiries and have been instructed for various parties in some of the most important Inquiries of recent times, including Leveson; the Undercover Policing Inquiry and the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse.

Regulatory Enforcement: Expert advice and representation on a wide range of statutory regimes that regulate the conduct of public bodies, corporations, and individuals. Members regularly appear for prosecuting authorities and defendants in cases concerning health and safety, fire safety, environmental law, consumer protection, and trading standards. They are also active in the areas of financial regulation and regularly appear before VAT and duties tribunals.

Licensing: Members have been involved in most of the major licensing and gaming cases in the last 45 years. They advise and represent all those engaged with licensing authorities and the Gambling Commission, including the licensing authorities themselves, individual and corporate applicants and other interested parties, such as the police and residents. Clients include many of the major operators of pubs, clubs, hotels, casinos and betting offices in the United Kingdom.

Professional Discipline: Members are regularly instructed by a wide range of disciplinary authorities and respondents in professional misconduct proceedings. The set has also developed a strong reputation in sports law. Members have acted in proceedings before the General Dental, Optical and Medical Councils, British Horseracing Authority , Health and Care Professions Council, International Cricket Council, the Financial Services Authority, Institute of Chartered Accountants, the Lawn Tennis Association, UK Athletics and others.

Public Law: Members appear frequently in judicial review proceedings for both claimants and defendants. They have particular expertise in dealing with applications arising out of extradition proceedings, inquests, decisions relating to the investigation and prosecution of criminal matters, and prison welfare. Past members of the ‘A’ Panel of civil Treasury Counsel are instructed in a wide variety of judicial review claims and advise government departments on a range of public law issues.

INTERNATIONAL:

Members are highly experienced in dealing with matters involving international criminal and humanitarian law before domestic courts as well as international tribunals. They also advise governments, companies and individuals involved in international business transactions about jurisdictional issues and applicable international and regional laws. They have particular expertise in the applicability of international and domestic trade and financial sanctions and the extra-territorial reach of some US laws. Members regularly appear/advise in the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man

 

Department Name Email Telephone
Chambers manager Alison Marshall alison.marshall@3rblaw.com 02074006400
Senior clerk Eddie Holland eddie.holland@3rblaw.com 02074006400
Members of Chambers LEWIS KC, James (1987; KC 2002)
Members of Chambers KEITH KC, Hugo (1989; KC 2009)
Members of Chambers HORWELL KC, Richard (1976; KC 2006))
Members of Chambers BORRELLI KC, Michael (1977; KC 2000))
Members of Chambers BURKE KC, Trevor (1981; 2001))
Members of Chambers BROMLEY-MARTIN KC, Michael (1979; KC 2002))
Members of Chambers FARRELL KC, Simon (1983; KC 2003))
Members of Chambers GIBBS KC, Patrick (1986; KC 2006))
Members of Chambers MALCOLM KC, Helen (1986; KC 2006))
Members of Chambers HARDY KC, John (1988; KC 2008)
Members of Chambers WALSH KC, Stephen (1983; KC 2009))
Members of Chambers DAVIES OBE KC, Hugh (1990; KC 2013))
Members of Chambers HINES KC, James (1982; KC 2015)
Members of Chambers ASHLEY-NORMAN KC, Jonathan (1989; KC 2016))
Members of Chambers WILLIAMSON KC, Alisdair (1994; KC 2017))
Members of Chambers WORMALD KC, Richard (1993; KC 2019))
Members of Chambers BUTT KC, Matthew (2002; KC 2020)
Members of Chambers EMLYN JONES KC, William (1996, KC 2021)
Members of Chambers CARTWRIGHT KC, Sophie (1998, KC 2021)
Members of Chambers DOBBIN KC, Clair (1999, KC 2021)
Members of Chambers WATSON KC, Ben (2002, KC 2021)
Members of Chambers BARNES KC, Rachel (2004, KC 2022)
Members of Chambers SAUNDERS, Neil (1983)
Member of Chambers LLOYD-JACOB Campaspe (1990)
Members of Chambers AGHA, Siza (1994)
Members of Chambers SUMMERS, Ben (1994)
Members of Chambers NAQSHBANDI, Saba (1996)
Members of Chambers GRITT, Edmund (1997)
Members of Chambers WILLIAMSON, Ailsa (1997)
Members of Chambers BAUMBER, Kevin (1998)
Members of Chambers LADENBURG, Guy (2000)
Members of Chambers YEO, Nicholas (1999)
Members of Chambers LE FEVRE, Sarah (2001)
Members of Chambers PONTE, Luke (2003)
Members of Chambers SCOTT, Rachel (2004)
Members of Chambers JUNG, Bo-Eun (2005)
Members of Chambers MORRIS, Robert (2008)
Members of Chambers COLLINS, Emma (2008)
Members of Chambers BOSTOCK, Amanda (2008)
Members of Chambers OLIVER, Heather (2010)
Members of Chambers HILL, Patrick (2010)
Members of Chambers GREANY, John (2012)
Members of Chambers MANSELL, Daniel (2012)
Members of Chambers NICULIU, Eva (2013)
Members of Chambers HOLLOS, Reka (2014)
Members of Chambers HADGETT, Rebecca (2015)
Members of Chambers WOODS, Genevieve (2016)
Members of Chambers PUTHUPPALLY, Ciju (2017)
Members of Chambers DOWDING, Ryan (2017)
Members of Chambers SHRIMPTON, Ruby (2018)
Members of Chambers McCOMBE, Charles (2017)
Members of Chambers HOCKING, Jessica (2013)
Members of Chambers OLUWUNMI, Kiera (2019)
Members of Chambers KEATING, Felix (2020)
Members of Chambers CRINE, Ella (2020)
Members of Chambers BENNATHAN, Rosa (2021)
Members of Chambers BAILEY, Stephen (2022)
Members of Chambers PERKIN, Harry (2022)
Members of Chambers RANDALL, Calla (2022)
Associate Member NICHOLLS KC, Colin (1957; KC 1981)
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Jonathan Ashley-Norman photo Jonathan Ashley-Norman Specialist in criminal and regulatory law in a business setting, instructed in…
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Trevor Burke photo Trevor Burke Trevor is a highly renowned practitioner with a national and international practice…
Trevor Burke photo Trevor Burke Trevor is a highly renowned practitioner with a national and international practice…
Matthew Butt photo Matthew Butt A leading Silk practising in inquests and inquiries, police regulation, criminal and…
Matthew Butt photo Matthew Butt A leading Silk practising in inquests and inquiries, police regulation, criminal and…
Emma Collins photo Emma Collins Emma has a broad practice encompassing all of Chambers’ areas of expertise…
Hugh Davies OBE photo Hugh Davies OBE Hugh Davies KC has achieved national recognition in the practice areas of…
Hugh Davies OBE photo Hugh Davies OBE Hugh Davies KC has achieved national recognition in the practice areas of…
Clair Dobbin photo Clair Dobbin Clair Dobbin KC practises in the fields of public law, human rights…
Clair Dobbin photo Clair Dobbin Clair Dobbin KC practises in the fields of public law, human rights…
Ryan Dowding photo Ryan Dowding Ryan is developing a practice across Chambers’ main areas of expertise, with…
William Emlyn Jones photo William Emlyn Jones A specialist in serious crime and fraud, both prosecuting and defending. His…
Simon Farrell photo Simon Farrell Simon is one the UK’s leading fraud, corruption, money laundering and proceeds…
Simon Farrell photo Simon Farrell Simon is one the UK’s leading fraud, corruption, money laundering and proceeds…
Patrick Gibbs photo Patrick Gibbs Advice and advocacy at all stages of criminal and ‘quasi-criminal’ investigations, regulatory…
Patrick Gibbs photo Patrick Gibbs Advice and advocacy at all stages of criminal and ‘quasi-criminal’ investigations, regulatory…
John Greany photo John Greany John has a broad practice across several areas of chambers’ expertise. He…
Edmund Gritt photo Edmund Gritt Edmund’s practice has four main strands: Inquests Crime Professional discipline Regulatory (both…
Rebecca Hadgett photo Rebecca Hadgett Rebecca Hadgett has a broad practice across the main areas of Chambers’…
John Hardy photo John Hardy Extradition, human rights, mutual legal assistance. Regularly appears in Supreme Court, frequent…
John Hardy photo John Hardy Extradition, human rights, mutual legal assistance. Regularly appears in Supreme Court, frequent…
Patrick Hill photo Patrick Hill Patrick Hill has a broad practice spanning the fields of fraud/regulatory, criminal,…
James Hines photo James Hines James Hines KC acts in major international fraud, crime and extradition cases,…
James Hines photo James Hines James Hines KC acts in major international fraud, crime and extradition cases,…
Reka Hollos photo Reka Hollos Reka has established a mixed public and criminal law practice with a…
Richard Horwell photo Richard Horwell Leading silk in Crime, Financial Crime, Inquests and Public Inquiries.  Renowned for…
Richard Horwell photo Richard Horwell Leading silk in Crime, Financial Crime, Inquests and Public Inquiries.  Renowned for…
Bo-Eun Jung photo Bo-Eun Jung Bo is an experienced and highly regarded junior barrister with a successful…
Hugo Keith photo Hugo Keith Hugo Keith KC is recognised as one of the legal profession’s leading…
Hugo Keith photo Hugo Keith Hugo Keith KC is recognised as one of the legal profession’s leading…
Guy Ladenburg photo Guy Ladenburg Guy Ladenburg is an experienced senior junior with a substantial practice in…
Sarah Le Fevre photo Sarah Le Fevre Specialist practitioner in licensing, regulatory, inquest, inquiry, and public law with extensive…
James Lewis photo James Lewis Joint Head of Chambers. A specialist in both civil and criminal cases.…
James Lewis photo James Lewis Joint Head of Chambers. A specialist in both civil and criminal cases.…
Helen Malcolm photo Helen Malcolm International and EU corporate criminal fraud, bribery and corruption, tax evasion and…
Helen Malcolm photo Helen Malcolm International and EU corporate criminal fraud, bribery and corruption, tax evasion and…
Daniel Mansell photo Daniel Mansell Daniel Mansell has a broad practice across chambers’ area of expertise, specialising…
Robert Morris photo Robert Morris Robert has developed a successful practice in a number of different areas.…
Saba Naqshbandi KC photo Saba Naqshbandi KC Saba is an expert in Health & Safety, Licensing, Inquests and Public…
Eva Niculiu photo Eva Niculiu Eva has a broad practice across chambers’ main areas of expertise. Crime:…
Eva Niculiu photo Eva Niculiu Eva has a broad practice across chambers’ main areas of expertise. Crime:…
Heather Oliver photo Heather Oliver Heather prosecutes and defends a full range of criminal matters, and has…
Luke Ponte photo Luke Ponte Luke prosecutes and defends in the most serious and complex criminal cases.…
Ciju Puthuppally photo Ciju Puthuppally Ciju Puthuppally has a broad practice across Chambers’ main areas of expertise,…
Neil Saunders photo Neil Saunders Neil Saunders is a specialist criminal and serious fraud advocate in all…
Rachel Scott photo Rachel Scott Crime, extradition and international law, and public law including inquests. Notable expertise…
Ben Summers photo Ben Summers Ben Summers has a practice in business crime, professional discipline, public inquiries…
Stephen Walsh photo Stephen Walsh A specialist in regulatory, coronial and licensing law with broad experience in…
Stephen Walsh photo Stephen Walsh A specialist in regulatory, coronial and licensing law with broad experience in…
Ben Watson photo Ben Watson Ben Watson KC practises primarily in crime, extradition, and public law. He…
Ben Watson photo Ben Watson Ben Watson KC practises primarily in crime, extradition, and public law. He…
Alisdair Williamson photo Alisdair Williamson In silk, Alisdair’s practice has focused on defence in high-profile professional discipline…
Ailsa Williamson photo Ailsa Williamson A specialist in professional discipline cases, inquests, criminal work, and regulatory law.…
Alisdair Williamson photo Alisdair Williamson In silk, Alisdair’s practice has focused on defence in high-profile professional discipline…
Genevieve Woods photo Genevieve Woods Genevieve Woods practises primarily in criminal and public law, with a particular…
Richard Wormald photo Richard Wormald Richard’s principle practice areas are in crime; financial crime; civil and commercial…
Richard Wormald photo Richard Wormald Richard’s principle practice areas are in crime; financial crime; civil and commercial…
Nicholas Yeo photo Nicholas Yeo Nicholas Yeo is a leading criminal practitioner with particular expertise in financial…