Art and cultural property

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

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Andrew Onslow KC
3 Verulam Buildings
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Emily Wood KC
Essex Court Chambers
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Gilead Cooper KC
Wilberforce Chambers 
'Gilead is very cerebral with a strong trusts background. He is a veteran of this market.'
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Henry Legge KC
5 Stone Buildings
'Henry is hugely knowledgeable on art and cultural property disputes, having acted in many of the leading cases. Accordingly, he has great authority, both before clients and judges in the sector.'
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Tamara Oppenheimer KC
Fountain Court Chambers
‘Tamara is brilliant in every respect. She is incisive and insightful, and she is an immensely sharp and superb advocate. She is clear, measured and persuasive.’
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Rajesh Pillai KC
3 Verulam Buildings
'Rajesh is an excellent advocate.'
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Joe Smouha KC
Essex Court Chambers
‘Joe is a star of the Bar and he is utterly brilliant to work with. He has a great manner with clients and advocacy is a particular strength.’
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Roger Stewart KC
4 New Square Chambers
‘Roger has a measured and assured approach to advocacy. He is particularly adept at cross-examination.’