Construction

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.

Marion Smith KC
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Marion Smith KC

39 Essex Chambers
Marion is an outstanding construction silk with exceptional technical ability and very considerable experience in complex domestic and international disputes. She combines deep knowledge of construction and engineering law with strong commercial judgement and an impressive command of procedural strategy. She is particularly effective at analyzing complicated contractual and factual issues and reducing them to clear, persuasive arguments. As an advocate, she is authoritative, calm, and highly persuasive. Clients value her ability to retain command of the detail while remaining commercially focused on outcome and risk.
Mark Chennells KC
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Mark Chennells KC

Atkin Chambers
Ability to analyze the most complex questions in such a way as to provide a simple, straightforward pathway forward. Excellent with experts - especially in the ability to deal promptly with issues that arise during hearings. Clients appreciate his ability to go the extra mile and remain good-humored. They also obviously appreciate his ability to get results! Advocacy is deceptively strong - because he knows the papers so well - the simplest of questions can lead a witness to make concessions without their knowing.
James Howells KC
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James Howells KC

Atkin Chambers
James Howells KC is an outstanding advocate and one of the most reassuring barristers I have worked with. His calm, authoritative style immediately instills confidence in clients and legal teams alike. He has a remarkable ability to take the pressure out of difficult and high-stakes cases, cutting through complexity to identify the right strategy and maintain focus on the key issues. Clients trust him completely, and his judgment is consistently excellent. Combined with his exceptional advocacy skills and strong commercial instincts, this enables him to achieve excellent results time and again.
Justin Mort KC
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Justin Mort KC

Keating Chambers
Having been in trial with Justin, I have seen firsthand just how effective an advocate he is. His courtroom judgment is outstanding, and he has a real instinct for identifying the points that will matter most to the judge. Justin remains calm, authoritative, and completely focused throughout the trial process. His cross-examination is meticulous and highly effective, and he is adept at adapting his approach as evidence unfolds. Clients draw enormous confidence from his presence, and he has a reassuring ability to take control of even the most challenging situations. In my experience, Justin is one of the strongest advocates at the construction Bar. He is exactly the person you want leading a high-stakes case in front of a tribunal or judge.
Krista Lee KC
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Krista Lee KC

Keating Chambers
Krista is a great advocate who is able to present a case, including the more technical and legally complex arguments, in a clear, straightforward, and very persuasive manner. She thinks quickly on her feet and is always able to respond to/rebut any points made by her opponent. Krista has a great manner with clients and instructing solicitors - she is friendly, polite, approachable, positive but robust, and always available to assist on a matter, including in circumstances where the timeframes are tight.

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.

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.

Camille Slow KC
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Camille Slow KC

Atkin Chambers
I regard her as one of the finest barristers in her field. She combines exceptional technical expertise with excellent judgment, providing incisive and commercially focused advice on the most complex matters. Her analytical skills are second to none, and she has a remarkable ability to identify the key issues and develop practical, effective solutions. Camille is also an outstanding leader of large legal teams. She brings together and manages multi-barrister teams (including leading junior barristers from other sets) with authority and clarity, ensuring that everyone is aligned and focused on delivering the best possible outcome. She inspires confidence in both colleagues and clients, and her strategic oversight is invaluable on significant and high-profile matters. Just as importantly, Camille is excellent with clients. She combines intellectual rigor with a highly personable approach, explaining complex issues clearly and building strong, trusted relationships. Clients have enormous confidence in her judgment, integrity, and advocacy, and I have always been impressed by her ability to remain calm, pragmatic, and reassuring, even in the most challenging situations. She remains one of the very few lawyers whose advice I trust implicitly. I would recommend her without hesitation.
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