Gough Square Chambers is ‘predominate in this area‘ and houses a number of the go-to barristers for all aspects of consumer law, be it at silk or junior level. It frequently fields teams of counsel in the market’s leading cases, including in 2021 Jonathan Kirk KC and Robin Kingham acting in a range of cannabidiol (CBD) matters, representing Healthspan in the first judicial review of the FSA’s regulatory amnesty on CBD products. Up-and-coming junior Ruth Bala has continued to advise on one of the leading consumer mis-selling cases in the country, while David Travers KC has continued to be instructed by leading businesses in the most sensitive and challenging cases. Senior junior Jonathan Goulding maintains an eclectic consumer law practice that reflects the scope of cases handled by counsel at chambers.
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London BarGough Square Chambers
Testimonials
Set
‘The set has been specialising in consumer law for 35 years and is predominate in this area.’
‘Always accommodating and responsive. Able to readily provide a range of experiences and specialities tailored to the needs and demands of a particular case.’
‘Gough Square is a very good set for regulatory matters.’
‘A formidable set when it comes to handling criminal enforcement matters.’
Clerking
‘Helpful and attentive clerks room. Jack Bradshaw is co-operative and understanding, seeking to resolve any issues in a collaborative manner.’
‘Jack Bradshaw is the best there is. His response time is amazing and he always works hard to get work allocated to the right Barrister that suits the demands and budget of the client.’
‘Top notch. Happy to work constructively and practically no matter how trivial or complex the request for assistance (particularly Jack Bradshaw and Bob Weeks).’
‘Excellent service, in particular Jack Bradshaw, Bob Weekes and Richard Bryant.’
‘The three senior clerks have been in place for many years. They know the area of law having lived with the very many cases handled over the years.’
Work highlights
Henderson Chambers
Henderson Chambers is a strong choice for counsel teams in consumer protection and other trading standards matters, and has excelled recently as group litigation has become a key area with consumer law, as funders have seen an opportunity in this area. Trends on the individual side have included Toby Riley-Smith KC acting in an increasing number of cases for the CMA, including in high-profile enforcement action taken against Truly Travel Limited and its sister company Alpharooms.com. Also on the regulator side, Jonathan Lewis has acted for Ofgem and the FSA, while Lia Moses continues to be a star on the rise in consumer law, particularly in mis-selling litigation.
Testimonials
Set
‘Chambers has very good strength in depth at the junior end and can deal with a considerable amount of work.’
‘A strong set in the area of consumer law.’
Clerking
‘Good communication and willingness to discuss and fees.’
‘Joseph Sutton, Shaun Wright and Joanna Johnstone are always willing to help and quick to provide a range of counsel with the right experience.’
‘Joanna Johnstone is excellent – she is very efficient and helpful.’
‘Excellent – prompt and they do what they say they will.’
‘Very user friendly and approachable and quick to get back to you re queries.’
Work highlights
5 Paper Buildings
An experienced team of juniors are the bedrock of 5 Paper Buildings‘ consumer law offering, acting in an eclectic mix of matters with recent niche experience in the area of alleged ticketing fraud and other criminal matters in the consumer space. Miles Bennett is a name to note for criminal regulatory investigations, on both the prosecutor and defence sides, while Andrew Johnson is particularly strong acting for enforcing authorities. Carolina Bracken has a broad practice that has recently covered alleged fraud in ticketing and online retail, as well as emissions cases.
Six Pump Court
‘A number of impressive individuals‘ at specialist regulatory set Six Pump Court act in some of the market’s key consumer law cases, with a focus on criminal matters. In the food sector, chambers has several pre-eminent specialists, including David Hercock, who acted for the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers against the Food Standards Agency in proceedings before the Supreme Court and the Court of Justice of the European Union; and Ian Thomas, whose broad practice in the area covers both contentious and pre-dispute advice. Pascal Bates has a particular specialism in consumer issues with environmental or safety concerns, whereas Stuart Jessop is the name to note for animal welfare-related consumer matters, as well as food law.
Testimonials
Set
‘Very good set with a number of impressive individuals.’
‘Impressive strength in depth and access to counsel.’
‘The set is very good and specialist in regulatory matters.’
Clerking
‘Michael Hearn is friendly, helpful and prompt in responding.’
‘Ryan Barrow and Richard Constable are excellent – commercial, straight talking and a pleasure to deal with.’
‘Richard Constable is superb – very approachable and efficient.’
‘The best regulatory clerking team by a mile. Richard Constable is a stand out individual.’
Work highlights
Gough Square Chambers
Testimonials
Set
‘The set has been specialising in consumer law for 35 years and is predominate in this area.’
‘Always accommodating and responsive. Able to readily provide a range of experiences and specialities tailored to the needs and demands of a particular case.’
‘Gough Square is a very good set for regulatory matters.’
‘A formidable set when it comes to handling criminal enforcement matters.’
Clerking
‘Helpful and attentive clerks room. Jack Bradshaw is co-operative and understanding, seeking to resolve any issues in a collaborative manner.’
‘Jack Bradshaw is the best there is. His response time is amazing and he always works hard to get work allocated to the right Barrister that suits the demands and budget of the client.’
‘Top notch. Happy to work constructively and practically no matter how trivial or complex the request for assistance (particularly Jack Bradshaw and Bob Weeks).’
‘Excellent service, in particular Jack Bradshaw, Bob Weekes and Richard Bryant.’
‘The three senior clerks have been in place for many years. They know the area of law having lived with the very many cases handled over the years.’
Work highlights
Henderson Chambers
Henderson Chambers is a strong choice for counsel teams in consumer protection and other trading standards matters, and has excelled recently as group litigation has become a key area with consumer law, as funders have seen an opportunity in this area. Trends on the individual side have included Toby Riley-Smith KC acting in an increasing number of cases for the CMA, including in high-profile enforcement action taken against Truly Travel Limited and its sister company Alpharooms.com. Also on the regulator side, Jonathan Lewis has acted for Ofgem and the FSA, while Lia Moses continues to be a star on the rise in consumer law, particularly in mis-selling litigation.
Testimonials
Set
‘Chambers has very good strength in depth at the junior end and can deal with a considerable amount of work.’
‘A strong set in the area of consumer law.’
Clerking
‘Good communication and willingness to discuss and fees.’
‘Joseph Sutton, Shaun Wright and Joanna Johnstone are always willing to help and quick to provide a range of counsel with the right experience.’
‘Joanna Johnstone is excellent – she is very efficient and helpful.’
‘Excellent – prompt and they do what they say they will.’
‘Very user friendly and approachable and quick to get back to you re queries.’
Work highlights
5 Paper Buildings
An experienced team of juniors are the bedrock of 5 Paper Buildings‘ consumer law offering, acting in an eclectic mix of matters with recent niche experience in the area of alleged ticketing fraud and other criminal matters in the consumer space. Miles Bennett is a name to note for criminal regulatory investigations, on both the prosecutor and defence sides, while Andrew Johnson is particularly strong acting for enforcing authorities. Carolina Bracken has a broad practice that has recently covered alleged fraud in ticketing and online retail, as well as emissions cases.
Six Pump Court
‘A number of impressive individuals‘ at specialist regulatory set Six Pump Court act in some of the market’s key consumer law cases, with a focus on criminal matters. In the food sector, chambers has several pre-eminent specialists, including David Hercock, who acted for the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers against the Food Standards Agency in proceedings before the Supreme Court and the Court of Justice of the European Union; and Ian Thomas, whose broad practice in the area covers both contentious and pre-dispute advice. Pascal Bates has a particular specialism in consumer issues with environmental or safety concerns, whereas Stuart Jessop is the name to note for animal welfare-related consumer matters, as well as food law.
Testimonials
Set
‘Very good set with a number of impressive individuals.’
‘Impressive strength in depth and access to counsel.’
‘The set is very good and specialist in regulatory matters.’
Clerking
‘Michael Hearn is friendly, helpful and prompt in responding.’
‘Ryan Barrow and Richard Constable are excellent – commercial, straight talking and a pleasure to deal with.’
‘Richard Constable is superb – very approachable and efficient.’
‘The best regulatory clerking team by a mile. Richard Constable is a stand out individual.’