Gough Square Chambers is ‘a premier chambers for consumer law work‘. Jonathan Kirk KC is ‘a top-class silk‘ and David Travers KC is ‘an outstanding lawyer‘. Recent instructions for the team include Iain MacDonald acting as co-counsel in Soleymani v Nifty Gateway LLC, involving a challenge to the enforceability of the sale of NFT artwork by auction. The claim involved issues arising from conflict of laws and the applicability of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 to the transaction, as well as jurisdictional issues. Simon Popplewell is sought after for his expertise in advising on all aspects of the Consumer Credit Act 1974. Stuart Jessop joined the team in July 2023.
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Gough Square Chambers
Testimonials
‘Jack Bradshaw is excellent – a real gem.’
‘Bob Weekes, Richard Bryant and Jack Bradshaw are very helpful.’
‘Jack Bradshaw is extremely easy to deal with. He is very efficient.’
‘The clerks’ room, well-led by Bob Weekes, is professional, responsive and knowledgeable.’
‘Chambers’ expertise in this area is beyond compare.’
‘Gough Square Chambers cannot be matched for consumer work. A long-term leader in the field. Quality throughout the set.’
‘Gough Square Chambers is the leading set for consumer work.’
‘The clerks are fantastic and provide a brilliant client focused service.’
Henderson Chambers
Henderson Chambers garners praise as a ‘leading set of consumer finance regulatory barristers‘, however members are instructed by local authorities, private individuals and government entities across a wide spectrum of consumer law work. Toby Riley-Smith KC is ‘incredibly diligent and hard-working; he puts in enormous effort to ensure that all aspects of the case have been thoroughly considered and that no points are forgotten‘. Henry Warwick KC is a specialist in consumer finance matters, and William Hibbert is very experienced in advising on consumer credit and consumer protection regulatory issues.
Testimonials
‘Joe Sutton is very hard working and does his best to accommodate urgent last minute instructions.’
‘Dan Kemp, Joanna Johnstone and Joe Sutton are excellent.’
‘Joe Sutton is a friendly and helpful presence. He is highly responsive and ready to offer alternative counsel when necessary.’
‘Talented barristers.’
‘Excellent in every way.’
Six Pump Court
Six Pump Court is well known for its expertise in handling regulatory matters, and fields a team with strength in advising on a broad range of consumer law issues. Mark Watson KC has a solid track record in prosecuting and defending in food safety cases, and Ian Thomas‘ ‘technical knowledge of the law on food safety and allergen labelling is excellent‘. Pascal Bates is a key name for environmental or safety-related consumer matters. David Hercock regularly defends national and multinational organisations against actions brought by regulatory bodies, such as the Food Standards Agency.
Testimonials
‘Richard Constable, Ryan Barrow and Michael Hearn are stand-out names.’
‘Michael Hearn works incredibly hard to provide an excellent service to all clients of the chambers.’
‘Richard Constable and Ryan Barrow are excellent.’
‘The service was excellent.’
‘The set is very knowledgeable on all regulatory matters.’
5 Paper Buildings
5 Paper Buildings' 'powerful consumer law group' is very experienced in handling prosecution and defence work, and has established strength in acting for and against regulatory entities. Miles Bennett is 'a consummate advocate, possessing courtroom flair, balanced judgement and shrewd persuasion in equal measure'. Andrew Johnson 'builds rapport with all within a court room' and 'has a strong, determined style of advocacy that the courts enjoy'. Charlene Sumnall has expertise in consumer rights law, and has particular strength in representing clients from the entertainment sector.
Testimonials
‘Dale Jones is a brilliant senior clerk.’
‘Dale Jones is first class and highly experienced.’
‘Dale Jones knows the practice inside out. A gem.’
‘A very strong set.’
‘A leading consumer law set.’
Gough Square Chambers
Testimonials
‘Jack Bradshaw is excellent – a real gem.’
‘Bob Weekes, Richard Bryant and Jack Bradshaw are very helpful.’
‘Jack Bradshaw is extremely easy to deal with. He is very efficient.’
‘The clerks’ room, well-led by Bob Weekes, is professional, responsive and knowledgeable.’
‘Chambers’ expertise in this area is beyond compare.’
‘Gough Square Chambers cannot be matched for consumer work. A long-term leader in the field. Quality throughout the set.’
‘Gough Square Chambers is the leading set for consumer work.’
‘The clerks are fantastic and provide a brilliant client focused service.’
Henderson Chambers
Henderson Chambers garners praise as a ‘leading set of consumer finance regulatory barristers‘, however members are instructed by local authorities, private individuals and government entities across a wide spectrum of consumer law work. Toby Riley-Smith KC is ‘incredibly diligent and hard-working; he puts in enormous effort to ensure that all aspects of the case have been thoroughly considered and that no points are forgotten‘. Henry Warwick KC is a specialist in consumer finance matters, and William Hibbert is very experienced in advising on consumer credit and consumer protection regulatory issues.
Testimonials
‘Joe Sutton is very hard working and does his best to accommodate urgent last minute instructions.’
‘Dan Kemp, Joanna Johnstone and Joe Sutton are excellent.’
‘Joe Sutton is a friendly and helpful presence. He is highly responsive and ready to offer alternative counsel when necessary.’
‘Talented barristers.’
‘Excellent in every way.’
Six Pump Court
Six Pump Court is well known for its expertise in handling regulatory matters, and fields a team with strength in advising on a broad range of consumer law issues. Mark Watson KC has a solid track record in prosecuting and defending in food safety cases, and Ian Thomas‘ ‘technical knowledge of the law on food safety and allergen labelling is excellent‘. Pascal Bates is a key name for environmental or safety-related consumer matters. David Hercock regularly defends national and multinational organisations against actions brought by regulatory bodies, such as the Food Standards Agency.
Testimonials
‘Richard Constable, Ryan Barrow and Michael Hearn are stand-out names.’
‘Michael Hearn works incredibly hard to provide an excellent service to all clients of the chambers.’
‘Richard Constable and Ryan Barrow are excellent.’
‘The service was excellent.’
‘The set is very knowledgeable on all regulatory matters.’
5 Paper Buildings
5 Paper Buildings' 'powerful consumer law group' is very experienced in handling prosecution and defence work, and has established strength in acting for and against regulatory entities. Miles Bennett is 'a consummate advocate, possessing courtroom flair, balanced judgement and shrewd persuasion in equal measure'. Andrew Johnson 'builds rapport with all within a court room' and 'has a strong, determined style of advocacy that the courts enjoy'. Charlene Sumnall has expertise in consumer rights law, and has particular strength in representing clients from the entertainment sector.
Testimonials
‘Dale Jones is a brilliant senior clerk.’
‘Dale Jones is first class and highly experienced.’
‘Dale Jones knows the practice inside out. A gem.’
‘A very strong set.’
‘A leading consumer law set.’