Jonathan Adkin KC
Serle CourtJonathan is a forceful and focused advocate. He is very clear on what the judge will be concerned about in any application. He really fights for his clients and deploys humor in his advocacy to great effect.
Commercial litigation
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.
Robert Anderson KC
Blackstone ChambersRobert is a consummate courtroom advocate and forensic cross-examiner; he excels at every level in long-running, complex, high-value matters.
Adrian Beltrami KC
3 Verulam BuildingsAdrian is an outstanding advocate who is always a joy to work with.
Jonathan Crow KC
4 Stone Buildings
Helen Davies KC
Brick Court ChambersHelen Davies KC is at the top of her game in the complex commercial litigation market. She is hugely intelligent, robust, and reliable in her views, and compelling on her feet. A class act.
Justin Fenwick KC
4 New Square ChambersA master strategist who uses his deep understanding of the law to provide clients with solutions to the most difficult issues. He presents the most difficult arguments in the most favorable light.
Jonathan Gaisman KC
7 King's Bench Walk
Patrick Goodall KC
Fountain Court ChambersPaddy is strategic, thoughtful, and his advocacy is relentlessly logical and persuasive. He is undoubtedly one of the market's "super-silks" for bet-the-company litigation.
Alan Gourgey KC
Wilberforce ChambersAnalytical precision, commercial good sense, and pragmatism.
Andrew Green KC
Blackstone ChambersSpectacular at cross-examination; fearsome. Top of his game. Andrew is on the short shortlist of the go-to silks for the biggest matters.
Richard Handyside KC
Fountain Court ChambersRichard is undoubtedly one of the superstars at the bar. He is the Head of Chambers, at the top of his game, hugely in demand, and an utterly formidable advocate.
Mark Howard KC
Brick Court ChambersMark is one of our go-to commercial silks. He is simply superb at cutting through things to get to the nub of the issue, an extremely persuasive advocate and one of the best cross-examiners out there.
Andrew Hunter KC
Blackstone ChambersHe may be both the cleverest at the bar and the best advocate.
Elizabeth Jones KC
Serle CourtElizabeth is sensational - absolutely at the top of the tree in this area. She is a true leader who is brilliant at managing a team. She leads by example, always going the extra mile and encouraging those around her to do the same. She has superb strategic insight and doesn’t take bad points. Her advocacy is also brilliant, cutting through to the core of the issues and presenting them with a clarity that judges love. Her drafting is similarly impactful.
Neil Kitchener KC
One Essex CourtOne of the best commercial silks around. Very clever with a ferocious work ethic. A pleasure to work alongside.
Tim Lord KC
Brick Court ChambersIncredibly effective cross-examination skills. A great strategist with a nose for sniffing out fraud.
Kenneth MacLean KC
One Essex CourtA superstar silk - incredibly clever, with superb strategic sense. Fantastic on his feet. A pleasure to work with.
Ali Malek KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Philip Marshall KC
Serle Court
Duncan Matthews KC
Twenty EssexDuncan Matthews KC is an outstanding commercial silk who consistently operates at the very highest level of the Bar. He combines a commanding courtroom presence with exceptional powers of persuasion, delivering submissions that are both compelling and highly effective. His preparation is meticulous, and he invariably has a complete mastery of the facts, evidence, and law, enabling him to respond to judicial intervention with confidence and precision. Duncan is also an astute strategist whose judgment adds significant value throughout the life of a case. He is unfailingly collegiate, responsive, and a genuine pleasure to work with.
Ewan McQuater KC
3 Verulam BuildingsEwan is incredibly hardworking and ensures that he is fully aware of the details of the evidence and the law. He is also an excellent strategist and has a good sense of which points to press and which to focus less attention on. His stamina is unmatched.
Laurence Rabinowitz KC
One Essex CourtLaurie has a delightful and persuasive manner. He has the trust of the bench because he is wise enough not to overstate his case or try to spin. This marks him out as an advocate with true integrity.
David Railton KC
Fountain Court ChambersDavid is superb and one of the stars of the commercial Bar. He thinks like a judge and has an impeccable nous for the key issues before the court.
Simon Rainey KC
Quadrant ChambersSimon's expert advocacy distills complicated issues into seemingly straightforward arguments, making his points clearly, concisely, and persuasively. He has the respect of his peers and judges.
Simon Salzedo KC
Brick Court ChambersA strong advocate who engages with the judge with skill and careful responses. Clear advice and innovative thinking.
Joe Smouha KC
Essex Court ChambersQuite simply one of, if not the, leading lights in the field. He is my go-to KC when I have a huge, complex, and difficult case. Razor-sharp intellect, charming, fearless, and with the judge's ear. He is superb.
Bankim Thanki KC
Fountain Court ChambersBankim is rightly regarded as one of the very top advocates at the commercial bar. He is absolutely brilliant as a leader and advocate.
Sonia Tolaney KC
One Essex CourtSuperb advocate, gains clients' confidence very quickly, very knowledgeable in the area of banking and finance litigation.
Daniel Toledano KC
One Essex CourtOne of the top analytical brains at the Bar; never misses a good point and pitches his advocacy superbly.
John Wardell KC
Wilberforce ChambersJohn 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.
Tom Weisselberg KC
Blackstone ChambersTom is excellent and extremely responsive.
Tom Adam KC
Brick Court ChambersTom is simply outstanding. Brilliant strategy, always on top of the details, and a forceful advocate. A go-to KC.
David Allen KC
7 King's Bench WalkDavid is a true heavyweight of the commercial bar. He gives fantastic, client-focused, pragmatic advice. In court, he is robust, tenacious, and builds an excellent relationship with the judge. Clients are invariably incredibly impressed with his advocacy and courtroom skills.
Stephen Auld KC
One Essex CourtExtremely user-friendly, always available, reliable, straightforward, to the point, and an outstanding advocate. He is very clever in both the way he presents his oral arguments and cross-examines difficult witnesses. Stephen puts the judiciary at ease with his oral and written presentation of the case. Overall, an excellent leader of complex cases who is an absolute joy to work with.
Camilla Bingham KC
One Essex CourtShe is the whole package - great in writing and great on her feet. Clients love her.
George Bompas KC
4 Stone Buildings
John Brisby KC
4 Stone BuildingsThe grandfather in the space John Brisby KC is a very experienced lawyer and a real fighter.
Jeffrey Chapman KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Alain Choo Choy KC
One Essex CourtAlain is a superb advocate: trusted by the court - respected by his opponent. Rigorous and logical. A true team player. Brilliant.
Charles Dougherty KC
2 Temple GardensVery bright KC - one of the best.
Philip Edey KC
Twenty EssexPhilip is highly intelligent and a good advocate. He has a very persuasive manner and is eloquent in his submissions. He has a very good grasp of the law and appears to work well with his colleagues.
Vernon Flynn KC
Brick Court ChambersHe is a top-class advocate, with powerful skills in cross-examination. He always has the ear of the judge and puts on a very polished performance. A standout silk.
Lord Grabiner KC
One Essex CourtLord Grabiner is a highly experienced advocate. His advice was very sound.
Thomas Grant KC
Wilberforce ChambersTom 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.
David Head KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Richard Hill KC
4 Stone BuildingsGreat, directional, and powerful advocacy, and very clear with clients.
Stephen Houseman KC
Essex Court ChambersStephen is a terrific advocate. He combines an attention to detail with highly effective oratory. He speaks with real authority.
Timothy Howe KC
Fountain Court ChambersTim is a fantastically committed lawyer who can be relied upon to get into the detail of any matter on which he is instructed. He brings a wealth of experience and judgment to any litigation team. He's an amazing operator who has full command of the courtroom.
Nigel Jones KC
Gatehouse Chambers
Daniel Jowell KC
Brick Court ChambersDaniel's calm demeanor conceals a ferocious intellect, and his understanding of not only the best way to win a case on the law and facts but also how to achieve the client's commercial goals is tremendous - he gets it. As an advocate, Danny's style lends itself to judges placing a huge amount of trust in him.
Gavin Kealey KC
7 King's Bench Walk
Charles Kimmins KC
Twenty Essex
Richard Lissack KC
Fountain Court ChambersRichard is the master of making the complex look simple, in front of judges and lay clients. He has a wonderful way of providing insightful legal analysis while also making instructing solicitors and clients feel at ease. His advocacy is powerful, polished, and meticulously prepared.
Paul Lowenstein KC
Twenty EssexPaul is an excellent leader and a very strong advocate.
John McCaughran KC
One Essex Court
Paul McGrath KC
Essex Court Chambers
Ian Mill KC
Blackstone ChambersFormidable intellect and a fierce advocate!
Richard Morgan KC
Maitland ChambersRichard is a highly experienced advocate who is great to work with on offshore matters, particularly those relating to freezing injunctions and complex jurisdictional issues. He is a particularly strong courtroom advocate and knows exactly which points to focus on.
Hugh Norbury KC
Serle CourtFormidable - someone you'd always want on your side. Incredibly hard-working and completely on top of his material. Collaborative, responsive, and user-friendly. A pleasure to work with. Advocacy/cross-examination is impeccable in both style and substance.
Jeffery Onions KC
One Essex CourtHe is exceptional. He takes complex matters and simplifies them. He handles a lot of information and interrogates it perfectly.
Andrew Onslow KC
3 Verulam BuildingsA titan of the commercial bar.
Craig Orr KC
One Essex Court
Nathan Pillow KC
Essex Court ChambersNathan is one of the leading silks of his generation and is regularly engaged in the most complex and high-profile commercial and fraud cases. He is a formidable advocate and a great team player with a very strong instinct for winning points. He is also a pleasure to work with. You would much rather have him on your side than against, which is perhaps the real sign of how good he is.
Stuart Ritchie KC
Fountain Court ChambersSome of the best trial advocacy I have ever seen in the Commercial Court. Magisterial and dedicated in all aspects of trial advocacy and conduct generally. A class act, who knows more about relevant subjects than the experts being cross-examined.
Rebecca Sabben-Clare KC
7 King's Bench WalkGreat communicator and impressive advocate - has the ear of the court. Expresses clear views and is not afraid to commit.
Andrew Thompson KC
Erskine Chambers
Nigel Tozzi KC
4 Pump CourtSuper advocate - he combines charm with aggression in an almost unique way, making the most forceful points in advocacy in a playful manner that enthralls the Court. He is also a detail-oriented silk - he doesn't just rely on the junior but gets to grips with the case and gives clear advice; very willing to abandon the bad points to focus on the points that will get you home. A go-to silk.
Lord Wolfson KC
One Essex Court
David Allison KC
South SquareDavid Allison KC is undoubtedly one of the top barristers in London, especially in the insolvency and restructuring field, but also in the commercial sphere more generally. He gives clear, crisp, and pragmatic advice and is exceptional with clients.
Charles Béar KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Aidan Casey KC
33 Chancery LaneAidan is hardworking, calm, and authoritative, even while working under strict deadlines. He appears to be unflappable.
Graham Chapman KC
4 New Square ChambersHighly commercial, a very good advocate, and great to work with.
Stephen Cogley KC
4 Pump Court
Jonathan Cohen KC
Littleton ChambersHe has a commanding presence in court with the ability to quickly get judges on side. His cross-examination is powerful and leaves no stone unturned.
Simon Davenport KC
4 Pump CourtHe is an outstanding advocate, fearless and very precise, with an invaluable ability to think on his feet and react to court interventions with skill and robustness. He is very much sought after by clients on larger cases.
Anneliese Day KC
Fountain Court ChambersSuperb advocate, excellent tactical judgment, great all-round lawyer.
Peter De Verneuil Smith KC
3 Verulam BuildingsPeter is a skilled and measured advocate who has the confidence of the court; he is also extremely experienced in shareholder group actions under FSMA, with a very shrewd sense of how to approach them tactically and strategically.
Paul Downes KC
Quadrant Chambers
Graham Dunning KC
Essex Court Chambers
Shaheed Fatima KC
Blackstone ChambersOne of the best commercial barristers out there - both on her feet and in an advisory capacity. Shaheed is a total star, absolutely brilliant and consistently one of my favorites to work with. She is incisive and insightful, super pragmatic and commercial - a delight for both solicitors and clients to work with.
Andrew George KC
Blackstone ChambersHe is the sharpest KC of them all. If you want to win, it's simple: get Andy George KC on your team.
Charles Graham KC
One Essex CourtMeasured calm instills confidence with clients and is easy to work with. One of our go-to silks.
Andrew Hochhauser KC
Essex Court Chambers
Sa’ad Hossain KC
One Essex CourtDavid Joseph KC
Essex Court ChambersHuge in-depth knowledge of the law and practice - top quality advocate.
Robert Levy KC
Three StoneRobert is a superb litigator. He is highly experienced and has particular strengths in appellate advocacy. An all-round star.
Daniel Lightman KC
Serle CourtGreatest qualities are his thorough understanding of the law and his attention to detail. His advocacy is free from showmanship but is always insightful, drawing together the issues with the facts and the law.
James MacDonald KC
One Essex CourtJames is a fantastic advocate and one of our go-to choices for cases that proceed to trial. He is extremely user-friendly, with a thorough grasp of every aspect of the case, and is incredibly bright. He works brilliantly with both the client and the solicitor team.
Alan Maclean KC
Blackstone ChambersAlan has a strong ability to cut through noise and focus on the key issues at hand. He calls it as it is and is calm and objective in his delivery. Very good client handling skills. He earned the client’s trust quickly. Authoritative and clear.
Hodge Malek KC
3 Verulam BuildingsHodge is very thoughtful, extremely bright, very pleasant to work with, and without a doubt the best KC I have ever worked with.
Roger Masefield KC
Brick Court ChambersSuperb on his feet, easy to work with.
Harry Matovu KC
Brick Court ChambersA superstar silk - very clever indeed, and always a pleasure to work with. Nothing fazes him. His oral advocacy is superb. I cannot recommend him enough.
Andrew Mitchell KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Clare Montgomery KC
Matrix Chambers
Stephen Moriarty KC
Fountain Court Chambers
David Mumford KC
Maitland ChambersExcellent knowledge of the papers; excellent advocacy; very realistic about what is achievable.
Jonathan Nash KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Tim Penny KC
Wilberforce ChambersA 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.
Anthony Peto KC
Blackstone Chambers
Rosalind Phelps KC
Fountain Court ChambersRosalind is an excellent silk. Her advocacy is clear, focused, and very persuasive. She is also very responsive and on top of the details.
David Quest KC
3 Verulam BuildingsCerebral, polished, and calm.
Elspeth Talbot Rice KC
XXIV Old BuildingsA formidable silk at the top of her game. Hugely impressive.
Stephen Rubin KC
Fountain Court ChambersStephen is a big beast of the civil fraud bar and has a natural instinct for court and advocacy. I've never seen someone laugh a case out of court more effectively - turning on the theatrical flourish at just the right moment. The consummate heavy civil fraud trial advocate.
Richard Salter KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Charles Samek KC
Littleton ChambersCharles brings inspirational energy and focus to the legal team. His forensic mind and thorough preparation produce sensational results in court.
Daniel Saoul KC
4 New Square ChambersDan is a masterful advocate, particularly strong in leading a judge through complex issues and assessing difficult situations on his feet. He is always on top of the details and is not afraid to air firm views. He is a go-to silk for large fraud claims.
Tom Smith KC
South SquareThe person you call for your biggest cases.
Steven Thompson KC
XXIV Old BuildingsSteven is one of the best advocates at the bar. He has an innate ability to make judges see the case from the client's perspective, and he is always completely on top of the details. He combines forensic knowledge of the law with astute commercial and tactical judgment. I instruct him not only because he is great to work with, but because I would not want him on the other side!
Richard Waller KC
7 King's Bench Walk
Tim Akkouh KC
Essex Court ChambersTim is one of the stars of the commercial bar. He is genuinely a brilliant all-round barrister. His advocacy is excellent and analytical. He knows the law and the facts on complex disputes back to front and better than anyone else on the case. He is absurdly clever and wonderful with clients. It would be difficult to recommend him more highly.
Lance Ashworth KC
Serle CourtLance Ashworth KC is a highly accomplished commercial silk whose strategic judgment and commercial awareness set him apart. He quickly masters the details of a case while never losing sight of the wider objectives. His advice is clear, practical, and solutions-focused, and he is a persuasive advocate with a calm and authoritative courtroom style. He is particularly effective in complex disputes involving companies, fraud, and insolvency issues.
Michael Bloch KC
Blackstone Chambers
Michael Bools KC
Brick Court ChambersClever, hardworking, responsive, likable.
Richard Boulton KC
One Essex CourtRichard is hugely experienced in quantum and valuation work, and has rightly built a reputation as the go-to silk for valuation disputes offshore.
David Cavender KC
One Essex CourtVery responsive. Writes well and is an excellent advocate. Prodigious work rate and cuts through to the key issues.
Aidan Christie KC
4 Pump Court
Richard Coleman KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Matthew Collings KC
Maitland ChambersMatthew is a very forceful and strong advocate. He is hardworking and thorough, leaving no stone unturned. He is also a guru in insolvency and company matters. Notwithstanding his profound legal knowledge, he is very approachable and a team player, always having the best interests of clients in mind and fighting fearlessly in court, where he excels.
Edward Cumming KC
XXIV Old Buildings
Derrick Dale KC
Fountain Court ChambersA good all-round silk for commercial disputes, who really gets into the client's corner.
Jonathan Davies-Jones KC
3 Verulam BuildingsJonathan is a very skillful advocate - clear, firm, and he is excellent at reading the judge while on his feet and understanding which points to pursue or let go. Overall, Jonathan is incredibly responsive and hands-on and is a silk who enjoys being immersed in the details. He is totally on top of the matter and is able to give detailed but accessible advice immediately because of that.
Huw Davies KC
Essex Court Chambers
Jasbir Dhillon KC
Brick Court ChambersJasbir hones in on the nub of whatever is in dispute and is very persuasive. He works seamlessly with teams in other jurisdictions.
David Edwards KC
7 King's Bench WalkOutstanding advocate. Persuasive and punchy. Has very clear views - not afraid to commit. Very user-friendly - rolls his sleeves up.
Ben Elkington KC
4 New Square ChambersBen has been fantastic in assisting our client with a complex, multi-faceted case. He has been accessible, commercial, and very user-friendly.
Michael Fealy KC
One Essex Court
Jeffrey Gruder KC
Essex Court Chambers
Siobán Healy KC
7 King's Bench Walk
Lexa Hilliard KC
Wilberforce ChambersExperience and deep technical knowledge. Lexa has extremely sound judgment and a rare quality in barristers of being able to detach herself from the arguments and look dispassionately at both sides. She is very easy to work with and is collaborative with the wider legal and client team.
Charles Hollander KC
Brick Court ChambersExcellent judgment. Highly responsive. Extremely smart tactician. Charles deals with challenging matters with aplomb.
Robert Howe KC
Blackstone ChambersRobert is an exceptional advocate. Extremely calm and measured, he filters out the noise to get to the heart of the issues. Robert has a statesmanlike demeanor which inspires confidence, and clients love him. He is a real asset to any team.
Louise Hutton KC
Essex Court ChambersLouise is both smart and strategically aware. She is very good to work with.
Sebastian Isaac KC
One Essex CourtSeb is a brilliant KC. His advocacy style is relaxed but firm, which lands particularly well with commercial court judges. While being able to lead on complex points of strategy, he is also always close to the detail, giving solicitors and clients complete confidence.
John Jarvis KC
3 Verulam BuildingsA clever heavyweight barrister who is client-friendly and is regularly appointed as an arbitrator.
Peter Knox KC
3 Hare CourtPeter is an incredibly impressive advocate. Quick on his feet, fiercely intelligent, and persuasive in his well-judged approach to advocacy. Peter instills confidence with his manner, approach, and strategic thinking. He builds rapport and takes the time to understand a client's commercial drivers. He is an asset to any complex commercial dispute resolution team.
David Lord KC
Three StoneDavid is now a go-to barrister in London for offshore work. He is very experienced across BVI and Cayman, a delight to deal with. He always gets the ear of the court with ease.
Michael McLaren KC
Fountain Court ChambersMichael is formidable and exceptional.
Richard Millett KC
Essex Court Chambers
Alexander Milner KC
Fountain Court ChambersAlex is highly intelligent, hardworking, and extremely responsive. His drafting is first-class. He is a smooth and fluent communicator with a commanding vocal presence. Alex has a great sense of humor and is a joy to work with.
Fenner Moeran KC
Wilberforce ChambersThe 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.
Terence Mowschenson KC
Wilberforce ChambersTerence 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.
Zoe O’Sullivan KC
Serle Court
Tamara Oppenheimer KC
Fountain Court ChambersVery user-friendly, a pleasure to work with, and an experienced and assured oral advocate for both appellate and trial work. An excellent choice for complex matters.
Daniel Oudkerk KC
Essex Court ChambersBrilliant, brilliant advocate.
James Pickering KC
Enterprise ChambersJames is a fantastic advocate, both at first instance and on appeal. He reads the court and judges very well. He is thoughtful and assertive in his advocacy, and is particularly attentive to matters as they develop in court. James will modify his approach and submissions to meet unexpected issues. Masterful in cross-examination.
James delivers incisive, considered, and, as appropriate, creative legal and strategic analysis and thinking. His written work is of the very highest quality, showing a very high level of care, attention, and legal and factual analysis.
On a personal level, James is a pleasure to work with. He is personable and good-humored, and always approachable even by the most junior team members. He is patient and will always do his best to help out. James goes out of his way to make himself available, even when on holiday.
James is a trusted and highly valued team member on every matter on which he works with us.
Graham Read KC
Devereux
Philip Riches KC
Twenty EssexHe is clearly prepared, knows his way around the relevant documents and reports, and deals with the experts in a considered manner.
Patricia Robertson KC
Fountain Court ChambersSuch intellect. Gets straight to the key points, provides clear advice on knotty issues with ease, all the while doing so as part of the team and in an approachable manner. I can't think of a weakness.
Alistair Schaff KC
7 King's Bench Walk
Andrew Scott KC
Blackstone ChambersAndrew is an extremely intellectually able barrister - he has the ability to cut through to the key issues and analyze them crisply.
Sharif Shivji KC
4 Stone BuildingsHe is one of the most financially literate barristers at the bar. He commits absolutely while giving you, the client, the advice you need to hear. He is accessible, easy to work with, and rapid in turnaround.
Tony Singla KC
Brick Court ChambersTony is hugely energetic, very experienced, bright, and confident in his position, but he guards the downsides really effectively too.
Stephen Moverley Smith KC
XXIV Old BuildingsAccessibility, commerciality, and advocacy are some of the highlights. He was so impressive at trial and had an ease and calmness that was reassuring to both the client and his instructing lawyers.
Andrew Sutcliffe KC
3 Verulam BuildingsAndrew is a class act. He is charming and persuasive and has an easy manner with senior judges and lay clients alike. He can also be forceful and aggressive when the need arises. An iron fist in a velvet glove.
Robert-Jan Temmink KC
Quadrant ChambersRobert is a "best in show" barrister in every category that matters - a formidable advocate; an outstanding legal mind; treasured by lay clients for his clarity of communication, compassion, and ability to get results; and a joy to work with as part of a wider legal team. Rob has consistently led teams in some of the biggest and most challenging cases of the past decade for a reason. He is outstanding.
Felicity Toube KC
South SquareFelicity is one of the best silks at the bar. She works prodigiously hard. She is unbelievably efficient. Her brain is astonishing. Judges love her measured, clear, and forceful advocacy.
Nick Vineall KC
4 Pump CourtNick is the best of the best. For lack of a better term, he is what I would call one of "the big guns". He has demonstrated a remarkable understanding of commercial law and international arbitration, especially when the task required of him borders on the impossible.
Antony White KC
Matrix ChambersAntony is a titan of the data protection, privacy, and technology Bar. He is widely regarded as the pre-eminent name in the market and brings a razor-sharp intellect and an exceptional ability to translate even the most complex issues into accessible and compelling arguments. He is also highly commercial and an absolute pleasure to work with.
Victoria Windle KC
Blackstone ChambersSuperb team player and critical thinker. Really knows how to get the best out of people and is really bright and sharp. Victoria is an outstanding advocate and really builds a great rapport with the judge. Really top drawer.
Andrew Ayres KC
Twenty EssexA tremendous barrister. A go-to for complex cross-border disputes.
James Bailey KC
Wilberforce ChambersJames 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.
Gregory Banner KC
Maitland ChambersVery calm and collected with a sensible approach, and does not buckle under pressure. Excellent advice on written work as well.
Guy Blackwood KC
Quadrant ChambersGuy is a first-class advocate and impressive in the courtroom. He is excellent on his feet, extremely user-friendly, and a pleasure to work with. Guy has the ability to cut through the noise and get straight to the key issues. He is efficient and very responsive. Guy is also ever the optimist, which is great with clients. He is not afraid to take a position and is a good strategist.
David Blayney KC
Serle CourtVery able; brilliant forensic advocate and cross-examiner.
James Brocklebank KC
7 King's Bench WalkJames is a thorough, intelligent, and commercially-minded barrister. He has a strong command of detail while also maintaining a clear strategic overview. His advice is consistently well-structured, insightful, and commercially grounded.
He is also very strong in his interactions with clients. He communicates clearly and confidently, explains difficult issues in an understandable way, and manages client relationships well.
Adam Cloherty KC
XXIV Old Buildings
Simon Colton KC
One Essex CourtHe is peerless in terms of the law and its application to a problem, builds decisive case strategies that he and the team are able to execute to result, is a wonderful advocate who starts a trial three moves ahead of everyone else and usually improves the position from there, and is a pleasure to work with (for both instructing solicitors and lay clients).
Rupert D’Cruz KC
Littleton ChambersRupert is superb in every aspect of litigation. He is fierce in cross-examination and highly persuasive in oral arguments.
Edward Davies KC
Erskine ChambersEd is great all around. He knows the law backwards, really gets into the detail, and works phenomenally hard. As a trial advocate, it is hard to imagine him doing a better job.
Josephine Davies KC
Twenty EssexShe is an excellent advocate who really fights her client's corner. Extremely responsive and works well in a team.
Rhodri Davies KC
One Essex CourtExcellent advocate. Great with clients. A pleasure to deal with.
Anthony de Garr Robinson KC
One Essex CourtTony is obviously extremely bright and is my go-to silk for matters involving complicated questions of contractual construction, as he is able to roll up his sleeves and get stuck into the detail with an infectious level of enthusiasm. Happily, he is also very personable and willing to work with, involve, and communicate directly with all members of the solicitor case team. His oral advocacy is very persuasive, even on points that are not obviously in our favor.
Anna Dilnot KC
Essex Court ChambersVery sharp and great fun to work with. Quick to separate the wheat from the chaff. Has excellent judgment and is decisive with it; a wonderful person to have on your side in big litigation. Takes full responsibility but is a terrific team player.
Orlando Fraser KC
4 Stone Buildings
Andrew Fulton KC
Twenty EssexA truly impressive KC. Andrew is razor sharp, strategically sophisticated, and very commercially minded. He combines the authority and advocacy skills one would expect from a leading silk with a practical, down-to-earth approach that clients and solicitors greatly appreciate. He is exceptionally hard-working, calm in difficult situations, and utterly tenacious in pursuing his client’s case.
Steven Gee KC
Monckton Chambers
Patrick Green KC
Henderson ChambersImaginative and charming, but also deceptively hardworking and thorough. The breadth of his practice means that he can see every conceivable angle to a case. He is a superb advocate; his cross-examinations are a joy.
Alexander Gunning KC
One Essex CourtHe is on top of the details.
Dakis Hagen KC
Serle CourtVery accessible; highly knowledgeable and persuasive.
Matthew Hardwick KC
3 Verulam BuildingsMatthew is a first-rate barrister; his meticulous approach to matters and his eye for detail differentiate him from the other chancery barristers.
Jonathan Harris KC
Serle CourtHis written advocacy is exceptional and second to none. We were particularly impressed by his ability to identify and focus on the key legal issues while explaining clearly and persuasively why other points were less material.
George Hayman KC
Maitland ChambersVery knowledgeable and sharp. He just gets it and cuts straight to what matters, which really demonstrates that the counsel knows what he is doing and excels at it. Very user-friendly and particularly responsive at all times.
Justin Higgo KC
Serle CourtExcellent. A real expert in fraud and offshore trust litigation. A superb team player and very responsive.
Paul Key KC
Essex Court ChambersPaul is an excellent advocate. He reads the room very well, modifying his approach to the particular tribunal. Given that he knows a lot of people, that frequently gives him insight you just won't get with many other people. He did an anti-suit injunction for us recently and was superb.
Adam Kramer KC
3 Verulam BuildingsHe is able to take on the most complex matters against the most senior silks and takes them in his stride.
Yash Kulkarni KC
Quadrant ChambersYash is incredibly bright and gets to the heart of disputes very quickly. His knowledge is second to none. He is commercial, and clients love him. He is a very skillful advocate, and his cross-examination skills are wonderful. He is a go-to barrister!
Blair Leahy KC
Erskine ChambersVery user-friendly and good with clients, but also tremendously forensic. Blair ticks all the boxes.
David Lewis KC
Gatehouse ChambersFor any complex fraud claims, David is always the first choice. Technically brilliant and genuinely innovative, he is always laser-focused on strategy. Clients adore him.
David Lewis KC
Twenty EssexDavid is supremely bright, hard-working, collaborative, and good with clients. He is an outstanding advocate.
John Machell KC
Serle Court
Stephen Midwinter KC
Brick Court ChambersStephen is a real all-rounder, a formidable cross-examiner, and a powerful advocate. He is the leader I would always choose first to have on my side in any high-value, complex civil fraud or commercial litigation case.
Matthew Parker KC
3 Verulam BuildingsMatt is very approachable as well as clever. He is happy to talk a point through and gives reliable and constructive advice, always with an eye on its commerciality. Great with clients and a fearless advocate.
Conall Patton KC
One Essex CourtSuperb barrister. Exceptionally bright. Beautiful drafting. Compelling advocate.
Fionn Pilbrow KC
Brick Court ChambersI think that Fionn is a real star of the future. Initially, the plan had been that, in due course, we would bring in a senior silk later in the case, but Fionn has proved to be exceptional, and there is now no question of adding another silk. He is always available and, if not immediately, will respond within a matter of hours. He is happy to work with us as one team (i.e., there is not a rigid Counsel/solicitor demarcation), and, as a consequence, gets more client exposure than would normally be the case. The clients like him enormously; he presents well to them and has been able to convey legal concepts in a way that they easily understand.
Rajesh Pillai KC
3 Verulam BuildingsHighly intelligent, with the ability to get his head around complex legal and factual problems with ease. His oral advocacy is fluent, succinct, and effective, and his written work is incisive and persuasive.
Thomas Plewman KC
Brick Court ChambersMy favorite KC at the bar. Incredibly thorough, excellent client manner, and a devastatingly effective advocacy style.
James Potts KC
Erskine Chambers
David Reade KC
Littleton ChambersA very intelligent and creative barrister who gets on very well with clients and works together with the solicitors to form a unified legal team.
Rupert Reed KC
Serle CourtVery articulate advocate, strong written pleadings, very easy to work with.
Stephen Robins KC
South SquareExcellent preparation and grasp of the factual details. A superb advocate who pitches the style just right for every situation. Robust when needed.
Amy Rogers KC
11KBWAmy is simply an outstanding barrister and advocate. Hardworking and committed. Her advocacy is clear and compelling, and she commands the confidence of clients, solicitors, and the court.
Paul Sinclair KC
Fountain Court ChambersPaul is a highly experienced and effective advocate who is trusted and respected by all judges.
Richard Slade KC
Brick Court ChambersRichard is excellent. He knows the key points on which a case will turn and brings the judge along with him.
George Spalton KC
4 New Square ChambersGeorge is a fantastic silk: user-friendly, incisive, able to package complex points simply and effectively, and has the judge's respect. An absolute pleasure to instruct.
Clare Stanley KC
Wilberforce ChambersClare’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.
John Taylor KC
Fountain Court ChambersJohn Taylor is technically one of the strongest barristers I have come across. He is extremely intelligent and is able to quickly cut through very technical details to get to the crux of a matter.
Francis Tregear KC
XXIV Old Buildings
Henry Warwick KC
Henderson ChambersHenry is an excellent advocate who combines first-rate technical ability with sound judgment and a pragmatic approach. He is exceptionally well prepared, highly responsive, and adept at identifying the key issues in complex disputes. His advocacy is persuasive, articulate, and measured, and he is particularly effective at presenting complex arguments in a clear and compelling manner. He works collaboratively with solicitors and clients and consistently delivers high-quality advice.
Geraint Webb KC
Henderson ChambersA very commanding advocate - When he speaks, everyone listens. Excellent all around.
Robert Weekes KC
Blackstone ChambersRobert is a skilled strategist and an impressive advocate.
James Willan KC
Essex Court ChambersI think James is one of the leading commercial silks. He is particularly skilled in arbitration matters, where he is a forceful and persuasive advocate. He is a real pleasure to work with and a natural team player with no ego. He is also able to adapt and rethink strategy to meet the changing demands of the case.
Emily Wood KC
Essex Court ChambersSuperb analytical abilities and very feisty as an advocate, but measured in the points she runs.
Adam Zellick KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Lawrence Akka KC
Twenty EssexLawrence is an extremely able advocate with a measured and analytical style who has genuine market-leading expertise in complex commercial disputes with a technology context.
Adam Al-Attar KC
South SquareAdam is supremely bright and a delight to work with.
David Alexander KC
South Square
Michael Ashcroft KC
Twenty Essex
Oliver Assersohn KC
XXIV Old BuildingsOliver deals with very complex issues adeptly. His written work is clear and concise. He is a pleasure to deal with.
Siward Atkins KC
Maitland ChambersMy go-to barrister on complex commercial and trust litigation. One of the best legal minds out there without any of the pomposity. An absolute pleasure to work with.
Simon Atrill KC
Fountain Court ChambersIntelligent and well-judged advocacy. Persuasive and convincing.
David Bailey KC
7 King's Bench WalkGreat gravitas and credibility in court, peerless on jurisdictional disputes.
Adam Baradon KC
Blackstone ChambersAdam is an extremely commercial silk. He can see the client's strategic goals and plot a path to best achieve them.
Robin Barclay KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Zoë Barton
Wilberforce ChambersZoe 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.
Tony Beswetherick KC
South Square
Richard Blakeley KC
Brick Court ChambersA great advocate, very highly regarded in this field. Richard is a first-class advocate and a brilliant lawyer. Clients and judges love him, and he is very highly respected by his colleagues at the Bar. A star of the future.
Christopher Boardman KC
Radcliffe Chambers
Anna Boase KC
One Essex CourtAn outstanding silk. Anna is ferociously intelligent, exceptionally meticulous, and devastatingly effective as an advocate. She is forensic in her analysis and picks up on points no one else has spotted and runs rings around her opponents in court. Her written work is excellent; she is an extremely fluent and persuasive oral advocate and deals with questions from the bench seamlessly. Anna's cross-examination is a thing to behold, and she is able to brilliantly pull apart the evidence given by fact and expert witnesses. All around, a very impressive barrister who you want in your corner for a tough fight.
Hermann Boeddinghaus KC
4 Stone BuildingsEasy to work with and very diligent, paying attention to details.
Matthew Bradley KC
4 New Square ChambersMatthew cuts through complex issues with great ingenuity and ease to get to the core of the matter.
Matthew gains great rapport with the Court in advocacy, allowing his arguments to be well understood and grasped.
Jeremy Brier KC
Essex Court ChambersGreat advocate - lovely, easy style respected by judges and clients alike. Jeremy is a great team player and has deep expertise in this field.
Edward Brown KC
Essex Court ChambersEd is clear and concise and cuts to the chase, which makes him great at managing clients.
Hannah Brown KC
One Essex CourtHannah is a very experienced advocate who is very efficient, attentive to detail, and able to provide concise advice promptly. She is a great team player, very commercially aware, and her advocacy style is sharp, succinct, and punchy - she is always well prepared.
Noel Casey KC
7 King's Bench Walk
James Collins KC
Essex Court ChambersJames has the ability to master specialist areas for trial, including foreign law or complicated financial products.
Alexander Cook KC
4 Stone BuildingsCool, calm, and collected, a persuasive oral advocate who quickly gained the confidence of the judge.
Philip Coppel KC
Cornerstone Barristers
Nicholas Craig KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Ian Croxford KC
Wilberforce Chambers
Edmund Cullen KC
Maitland ChambersEdmund is the Silk you always want on your side. His written and oral advocacy is invariably phenomenal. He can be relied on unfailingly.
David Davies KC
Essex Court ChambersI do not have enough good things to say about David. I can't wait to work with him again - a real pleasure.
Andrew De Mestre KC
4 Stone BuildingsAndrew is an excellent advocate. He forms clear views on complex issues and communicates them effectively to instructing solicitors, lay clients, and judges alike. He is commercially minded, pragmatic, and technically strong.
Ruth den Besten KC
Essex Court ChambersRuth is very easy to work with. Her advocacy is clear and well prepared.
James Duffy KC
Fountain Court ChambersRising star and go-to barrister on difficult and complex banking disputes. Real team player and excellent at strategy. Always makes himself available, and his written and oral advice is excellent. Very client-friendly and really understands banking clients.
Laurence Emmett KC
One Essex CourtExcellent silk for banking and commercial disputes. Incredibly smooth advocacy that invokes confidence from the bench. A fantastic barrister to work with and brilliant at managing and leading a team.
Richard Eschwege KC
Brick Court ChambersA rising star silk, with a particular gift for civil fraud. I rate Richard very highly indeed. As good on his feet as he is on paper.
Andrew Fletcher KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Charles Gibson KC
Henderson Chambers
Richard Gillis KC
One Essex Court
Andreas Gledhill KC
Blackstone ChambersA very bright and able advocate who is solution-focused.
Orlando Gledhill KC
One Essex CourtA compelling advocate and cross-examiner. He has an excellent manner before the court. It is fun to work with him and he is highly recommended.
Jamie Goldsmith KC
One Essex CourtJamie Goldsmith KC acted for our in-house legal team on a professional negligence and regulatory complaint matter. He took a hands-on approach throughout, was user-friendly to work with, and got up to speed on a detailed matter quickly. His grasp of the underlying detail was strong, and he was particularly good with witnesses. The quality of his output was excellent. We would use him again.
Alec Haydon KC
Brick Court Chambers
Josephine Higgs KC
7 King's Bench WalkCommercial, extremely bright, and user-friendly.
Fred Hobson KC
Brick Court ChambersFred is excellent, very intelligent, and very good to work with.
Stephen Hofmeyr KC
7 King's Bench Walk
Michael Holmes KC
7 King's Bench WalkMichael is our go-to jurisdiction expert - he is so intelligent, really commercial, hands-on, and a great team player. I have instructed him on more than one case and will continue to use him when I can.
Philippa Hopkins KC
Essex Court ChambersUser-friendly, commercial, bright. No-nonsense advocacy style and not afraid to give clear guidance to clients even if the advice is not what they want to hear.
Laura John KC
Fountain Court ChambersLaura is a refreshingly modern silk. She brings gravitas, commerciality, and excellent client skills to any case.
Hugh Jory KC
4 New Square ChambersA rare combination of legal brilliance, strategic insight, and human warmth. Hugh Jory KC is an exceptional silk whose advocacy, judgment, and client handling are second to none. Hugh Jory KC is the complete package: an outstanding lawyer, a devastatingly effective advocate, and one of the most personable and respected silks at the Bar.
Farhaz Khan KC
3 Verulam BuildingsFarhaz is fantastic. He is technically very impressive, particularly in complex financial matters, and clients are able to trust that he really understands the issues at hand. His instincts are strong and he has sound judgment - both in the courtroom and outside of it. His advocacy is also impressive, including when acting against more experienced advocates. He has also shown himself to be very good at coming up with creative and innovative approaches to knotty issues.
Jawdat Khurshid KC
7 King's Bench WalkJawdat is delightful to work with. He is brilliant at summarizing complex matters clearly and succinctly. He is clever and inventive in seeking a solution to a problem.
Edward Levey KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Max Mallin KC
Wilberforce Chambers
James McClelland KC
Brick Court ChambersJames is exceptionally bright and able to absorb huge amounts of detail extremely rapidly and assimilate the facts, identifying the essential points and providing a clear strategic vision on his cases. He is also an excellent advocate and an excellent leader, with an ability to motivate and encourage the wider team.
William McCormick KC
Selborne ChambersWilliam is very strong on the papers and quickly gets to grips with even the most complex cases. However, his advocacy is even better. William commands the courtroom and never seems to come off second-best, even in the most difficult circumstances and when fighting against the odds. Nothing throws him, and he has an answer for everything. He is simply superb on his feet.
Dan McCourt Fritz KC
Serle CourtDan is the complete commercial silk. His court craft is peerless, with a confident and compelling advocacy style that clients love and judges listen to. He has a way of delivering complex ideas with incredible clarity and precision. If your case is going to be won or lost in the courtroom, Dan is your man.
James Morgan KC
Radcliffe ChambersJames' cross-examination skills are excellent and he's very calm under pressure. He's got a brilliant technical mind and is incredibly strategic.
Craig Morrison KC
Brick Court ChambersAn outstanding barrister. His advocacy is compelling, his written work is of the highest quality, consistently clear, persuasive, and strategically astute. He is superb with clients.
Thomas Munby KC
Maitland ChambersAll over the details. Powerfully persuasive. Great advocacy style. Very well respected.
Hanif Mussa KC
Blackstone ChambersHanif consistently translates the most abstract, complex concepts into digestible, commercial options for both clients and the court. He is very skilled at getting quickly up to speed with new matters and is always flexible and quick to respond. He has a hugely impressive knowledge of contractual issues, conflicts of laws, jurisdiction, civil procedure, and much more.
Sonia Nolten KC
2 Temple GardensSonia is wonderful to work with. She is adept at looking beyond the immediate legal issue and keeping in mind the commercial realism of a case. Sonia is a confident advocate and leads with skill.
Edmund Nourse KC
One Essex CourtVery strong intellect combined with an advocacy style that takes no prisoners.
Shail Patel KC
4 New Square ChambersShail is calm, charming, and has a penetrating and astute intelligence. His pleadings are subtle and incisive.
In his written and oral advocacy, Shail succeeded in distilling rather turgid and complex material into lucid and compelling submissions, thereby securing a significant victory on a procedural issue.
Luke Pearce KC
Twenty EssexLuke is an outstanding junior silk. He has a razor-sharp mind and a flair for both the legal technicalities and the commercial realities of a case. He is a future leader of the commercial Bar.
David Peters KC
Essex Court ChambersIncredibly bright and able to cut straight to the core of complex issues in any case. A fantastic advocate who persuasively puts forward the client's case and has the court's ear.
Mark Phillips KC
South SquareMark is a master on his feet. He is a delight to listen to, quick-thinking, and often witty. He exudes a sense of authority and comes across as one of the great statesmen of his profession.
Alexander Polley KC
One Essex CourtPhenomenally hard-working, excellent written style in advocacy, super-bright, and a gently devastating style in cross-examination.
Tom Poole KC
3 Hare CourtTom works very well leading a team of lawyers and has considerable experience in very heavy and substantial arbitration and commercial work. He has excellent legal knowledge and is an adept strategist. His advocacy is clear, persuasive, and unfrilly.
Oliver Powell KC
Outer Temple ChambersOliver does very well at guiding the Court.
Iain Quirk KC
Essex Court ChambersJeremy Richmond KC
Quadrant ChambersJeremy remains a standout silk, at the very top of his game. Thoughtful, incisive, and he always has the ear of the court. Clients love working with him.
Jamie Riley KC
3 Verulam BuildingsJamie is the consummate silk. He is unflappable, clear, and decisive in his advice, and a calm and persuasive advocate. He is the sort of barrister that judges trust and instinctively listen to - particularly on difficult points. His written advocacy is second to none.
David Scorey KC
Essex Court ChambersDavid is razor sharp, deeply strategic, and a pleasure to work with.
Tiffany Scott KC
Wilberforce ChambersTiffany 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.
Akhil Shah KC
Fountain Court Chambers
James Sheehan KC
Essex Court ChambersJames has it all: a huge brain, is able to get on top of the details in the most document-heavy cases; is able to distill complex legal issues in a way that is digestible for clients; he gives practical and commercial advice; and his advocacy skills are praised by judges.
Nikki Singla KC
Wilberforce ChambersNikki 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.
Nicholas Sloboda KC
One Essex CourtVery user-friendly, excellent and smooth advocacy, very commercial and solutions-oriented.
Adam Solomon KC
Littleton ChambersVery charming with clients and judges; a terror for opponents!
Andrew Spink KC
Outer Temple Chambers
Peter Susman KC
Henderson Chambers
Sudhanshu Swaroop KC
Twenty EssexCreative analysis and a determination to find a strong and effective argument, even in difficult cases. Reassuring advocacy style and excellent command of the detail.
Michael Todd KC
Erskine ChambersMichael grasps issues very quickly and will readily deploy new developments or ideas into commercial litigation strategy. His style of advocacy is ultimately one to which judges are receptive (particularly in the offshore jurisdictions), and he cross-examines effectively.
Nicholas Trompeter KC
Selborne ChambersNick is one of the best barristers I have ever worked with. Nick is methodical; he picks apart the other side's case one line at a time at an early stage. He does not skip a single aspect of their case, so by the time you are at trial, every part of their case has been undermined either through disclosure documents, expert witnesses, or witnesses of fact. His advocacy is the same: a clear, methodical walkthrough of all of the salient documents and evidence, while keeping the judge engaged. Nick also has the ability to think outside the box, willing to buck the trend and not dismiss unique arguments.
Ben Valentin KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Alexander Wright KC
4 Pump CourtAlex has an exceptional ability to clearly advocate winning arguments. He sees the nub of the issue and persuasively presents it in a favorable light. His skill is deft and most obvious in difficult cases.
2025 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.
Rupert Allen KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Alex Barden KC
Fountain Court ChambersBest of the best!
Alexander Brown KC
One Essex CourtAlex is incredibly responsive and gives clear and reasoned commercial advice, even when that is a matter of personal judgment or opinion. With that, his judgment is exceptionally good.
Fraser Campbell KC
Blackstone ChambersFraser is a joy to work with. He is extremely responsive and client-friendly, as well as being a superb advocate. His drafting is excellent and his advice is always spot on.
Anton Dudnikov KC
Essex Court ChambersConsidered and substantive in his advice; very responsive; a strong advocate.
William Edwards KC
3 Verulam BuildingsWilliam is a very effective advocate who has the ability to sharply and quickly cut through to the key issues. That is, in my experience, much welcomed by the busy judiciary.
Edward Harrison KC
Brick Court ChambersEd is an excellent all-rounder, cool, calm, and collected. His advocacy style is reserved, which builds trust, and he is great on the papers.
Ciaran Keller KC
Essex Court ChambersA superb new silk. Excellent cross-examiner and strategist.
Justin Kitson KC
Selborne ChambersPhenomenal client skills, excellent advocate, always adds value.
Donald Lilly KC
4 Stone BuildingsDonald is an excellent lawyer; he has top-rate legal ability and judgment. He is also very hard-working and is always a pleasure to work with.
Michelle Menashy KC
One Essex Court
Matthew Morrison KC
Serle CourtEasy to work with, excellent manner with clients.
Robert Mundy KC
Serle Court
Rebecca Page KC
Maitland ChambersRebecca is incredibly detail-oriented and leaves no stone unturned. She is a real tour de force.
Angharad Parry KC
Twenty EssexAngharad Parry KC is an exceptionally strong and persuasive advocate. She has an impressive ability to master a complex factual and documentary record, identify the points that truly matter, and present them in a clear and compelling way. Her written submissions are precise, well-structured, and strategically focused.
In oral advocacy, she is authoritative, measured, and responsive to the tribunal. She deals effectively with difficult questions and adapts her submissions without losing sight of the overall case theory. Her cross-examination is carefully prepared and controlled: she is firm where necessary but does not overstate the evidence or pursue points that are unlikely to advance the case.
She is also highly collaborative and approachable. She listens carefully to the client and the wider legal team, provides candid and commercially realistic advice, and remains calm and decisive under pressure. I have not identified any material weakness in her work.
Jason Robinson KC
7 King's Bench WalkJason provides robust, straightforward legal and strategic advice to his clients. He has an extremely sharp mind and is able to quickly get to the bottom of complex legal problems and propose creative solutions.
Niranjan Venkatesan KC
One Essex CourtNiranjan is an outstanding barrister. He is simply brilliant in court. He makes the whole room think that the only answer can be the one that he is presenting. He would hold his own, and probably win, against the most experienced team.
David Walsh KC
Essex Court ChambersExtremely commercial. Excellent, smooth but forceful advocate. Loved by clients. Extremely user-friendly.
2026 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.
Rory Brown KC
South Square
David Caplan KC
One Essex CourtIncisive intellect. Superb advocacy.
Lucy Colter KC
4 New Square ChambersTenacious and effective advocate. Leads the court with her. Takes no prisoners.
Bobby Friedman KC
Wilberforce ChambersBobby 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.
Ben Griffiths KC
Erskine ChambersTechnically excellent, a calm leader, gives clear and precise guidance.
Philip Hinks KC
3 Verulam BuildingsPhil is one of the first counsels I would consider for significant commercial disputes. Since taking silk, he has continued to demonstrate the qualities that made him a leading junior, combining excellent advocacy with strong commercial judgment and a practical approach to dispute resolution. He quickly gets to the heart of the issues and is particularly effective at translating complex technical and factual matters into clear, persuasive arguments. He is especially strong in disputes involving technology and digital assets, where his understanding of the underlying subject matter adds real value. He is also exceptionally user-friendly, collaborative, and enjoyable to work with, making him a trusted adviser to both solicitors and clients.
Olivier Kalfon KC
Maitland ChambersOlivier is a pleasure to deal with. He is very responsive, engaged, and has the ability to get to grips with volumes of documents and complex legal issues with ease.
Timothy Killen KC
3 Verulam BuildingsTimothy Killen KC is a real star in the area of commercial litigation. He is always calm and has a highly strategic mind.
Sebastian Kokelaar KC
Three StoneSebastian’s ability to distill intricate legal issues and devise clear, effective solutions is exceptional. He combines intellectual acuity with a practical, commercial mindset, and his advice is always well-considered and strategic.
David Lowe KC
Blackstone ChambersAttention to detail, a quick and sharp mind, very responsive and personable.
Sarah McCann KC
Gatehouse ChambersSarah is a powerful and tenacious courtroom advocate. She is dedicated, well-prepared, and fights for her client's corner.
Niall McCulloch KC
Enterprise Chambers
Hugh Miall KC
XXIV Old BuildingsHugh is my first choice for chancery/commercial crossover work where he is particularly strong.
William Moffett KC
Radcliffe ChambersWilliam is a highly effective commercial litigation barrister, particularly where the dispute has a Chancery, property, partnership, fiduciary, trust, or private wealth dimension. His strengths are strategic judgment, clear written analysis, advocacy, and commercial realism. He is very good at cutting through a large body of material and identifying the points that will matter in court or in settlement discussions. He is also persuasive without being theatrical: his style is measured, authoritative, and practical.
Richard Mott KC
One Essex CourtClever, hardworking, responsive.
Laura Newton KC
Brick Court ChambersLaura's advocacy is utterly exceptional. I instructed her as lead advocate on a very hard-fought case, and she presents with calm, methodical authority. Her submissions have the air of being obviously right. She is fiercely well prepared and strikes in the courtroom with deadly precision.
Laura is also an extremely capable paper lawyer and remarkably good with clients. I have absolutely no hesitation in joining Laura to conferences, and her presence is always reassuring.
Richard Power KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Watson Pringle KC
Maitland ChambersWatson is hardworking and intelligent. His excellent strategic advice reflects his extensive experience in heavy commercial litigation, and he is an effective courtroom advocate. He is also a great team player.
Michael Ryan KC
7 King's Bench WalkExcellent lawyer.
Nehali Shah KC
One Essex CourtNehali possesses an outstanding intellect and makes complex legal and factual issues look easy. Yet, she wears her intelligence lightly, is incredibly modest and grounded, is highly approachable, and a pleasure to work with. Nehali is highly diligent, extremely clear, and is able to anticipate problems further down the line. Her drafting is excellent.
Adam Sher KC
Fountain Court ChambersOutstandingly hard working and stellar written advocacy. Took silk this year and is a big name in investment bank fraud disputes.
Derek Spitz KC
One Essex CourtDerek is a formidable advocate. His advocacy is pitch perfect. He's a formidable leader in any team. He is a fantastic barrister. A pleasure to work with and a powerful advocate.
Jack Watson KC
Wilberforce ChambersAlready 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.
James Weale KC
Serle CourtThoroughly accessible and a delight to work with. Enthusiastic and committed.
