International arbitration: counsel

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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Rachel Ansell KC
4 Pump Court
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Sean Brannigan KC
4 Pump Court
'First an amazing advocate. Second a brilliant strategist. A fierce intellect, a gritty fighter and a great manager. Sean is user friendly and combines a UK and international practice with ease.'
1
Stuart Catchpole KC
Atkin Chambers
'A pre-eminent Kings Counsel and a ferocious cross -examiner.'
1
Anneliese Day KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Anneliese is a first choice. She is a compelling advocate.’
1
Graham Dunning KC
Essex Court Chambers
'Eminently sensible. Calm and unflappable when dealing with highly charged complex hearings.'
1
David Edwards KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
He has very good judgement. David’s advocacy is very clear and compelling.’
1
Vernon Flynn KC
Brick Court Chambers
‘Vernon is one of the titans of arbitration. He is the go-to advocate for clients in their largest disputes. He attracts tribunals with his easy-going manner. Clients appreciate his tenacity – he is a real fighter.’
1
Jonathan Gaisman KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
Very detailed preparation; clear vision; very clear in expressing himself.'
1
Christopher Harris KC
3 Verulam Buildings
‘Chris is an absolute master of the details. Thoroughly logical and all over all conceivable arguments, he is a fantastic team player.’
1
Siobán Healy KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
‘Superb advocate operating at the highest level. Very thorough with high level legal analysis. Always balanced and focuses on the relevant questions and wins the tribunal’s trust. Works extremely well with solicitors, knowing the pressures and priorities from having practised at the outset as a solicitor. Understands exactly what the tribunal needs.’
1
Mark Howard KC
Brick Court Chambers
1
David Joseph KC
Essex Court Chambers
‘One of the best legal minds. Technically absolutely a genius. Also one of the most hardworking barristers that solicitors have ever worked with.’
1
Gavin Kealey KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
1
Paul Key KC
Essex Court Chambers
'Excellent barrister. Keen legal intellect. Diplomatic. Pleasant to work with.'
1
Charles Kimmins KC
Twenty Essex
1
Ali Malek KC
3 Verulam Buildings
'Ali remains a true powerhouse in international arbitration, combining formidable advocacy skills and an uncanny ability to read the tribunal, with cohesive and engaging teamwork and leading from the front in all respects. A true master of the field.'
1
Duncan Matthews KC
Twenty Essex
'First and foremost, Duncan is a classy courtroom advocate. He is a heavy hitter and when he speaks, people listen. He prepares immaculately for a hearing and always has at his fingertips the answers to the judge's questions. Further, he is a brilliant tactician. He will always ensure that a strategy is mapped out in advance to ensure that there are no surprises. He is very good with clients. Arbitrators love him - he has them eating out of the palm of his hand. Duncan is a supersilk.'
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Manus McMullan KC
Atkin Chambers
'Manus exudes gravitas. He oral advocacy is second to none and is adaptable to the audience. He knows how to adjust his style to be able to best present a case and to convey the strongest arguments.'
1
Richard Millett KC
Essex Court Chambers
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Salim Moollan KC
Brick Court Chambers
‘Salim is a brilliant advocate, exceptionally clever, quick and nimble on his feet, and he has a commanding presence. He is most highly regarded for investment arbitration and international commercial arbitratoin, arbitration-related court applications, and appellate work, most notably before the Privy Council.’
1
Laurence Rabinowitz KC
One Essex Court
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Simon Rainey KC
Quadrant Chambers
'A tremendous team player - able to engage with both senior and the most junior team members. Also very supportive on issues requiring client management. And an advocate, willing to share cross examination with other team members - very skilled at reading the tribunal.'
1
Joe Smouha KC
Essex Court Chambers
‘Joe is undoubtedly one of the leading silks of his generation and at the Bar today. He is the first choice for bet the company disputes. He is a master at cross-examination – on top of every detail and knows just which levers to pull. He marries this with being an absolute pleasure to work with. He is highly respected by judges and tribunals alike – you want him on your team.’
1
David Streatfeild-James KC
Atkin Chambers
 
1
Bankim Thanki KC
Fountain Court Chambers
'You can see why Bankim is a leading KC. He is the quiet assassin who slays the other side before they realise the damage he has wrought. Enormously intelligent and utterly compelling.'
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David Thomas KC
Keating Chambers
'David is a highly regarded barrister excelling in complex cases across international arbitration, construction, and engineering law. He delivers outstanding results for clients in the construction and engineering sectors, as well as in international arbitration.'
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Daniel Toledano KC
One Essex Court
'Dan is a leader in the field. A talented and trusted lawyer with an effortless advocacy style.'
1
Andrew White KC
Atkin Chambers
'Great advocate and interrogator. Great ability to get what it takes from witnesses and experts.'
1
Toby Landau KC
Duxton Hill Chambers London
‘Toby is one of, if not the, pre-eminent barristers of his generation. He is a generational talent who stands head and shoulders above his peers.’
2
David Allen KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
‘David is very responsive, very tough and always up for a fight.’
2
Michael Ashcroft KC
Twenty Essex
‘Michael is one of the best advocates at the Bar. He is unbelievably bright and has impeccable judgement.’
2
Guy Blackwood KC
Quadrant Chambers
Extremely commercial in his approach, very efficient and very responsive.'
2
Richard Boulton KC
One Essex Court
‘Richard is a top drawer barrister, owing partly to his experience prior to coming to the Bar. His advocacy is very credible and persuasive.’ 
2
Veronique Buehrlen KC
Keating Chambers
he is extremely thorough and really gets to grip with Issues. a delight to work with.’
2
Rupert Choat KC
Atkin Chambers
Rupert is a very effective advocate, using a matter-of-factly, fact-based style and approach.'
2
Alain Choo Choy KC
One Essex Court
‘Very hands on, sharp and responsive.’
2
Huw Davies KC
Essex Court Chambers 
‘Very competent advocate, thorough and effective.’
2
Stephen Dennison KC
Atkin Chambers
Stephen is a brilliant advocate and extremely diligent. He is able to cut across complex issues quickly, focusing on the core issues in dispute.’ 
2
Ricky Diwan KC
Essex Court Chambers
'A blue sky thinker who is not afraid to take on difficult points and run them very well. Extremely bright and analytically strong.'
2
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC
Atkin Chambers
She is thorough, solid and persuasive. A very elegant and effective advocate.'
2
Philip Edey KC
Twenty Essex
‘Philip is brilliant on his feet, an excellent strategist and a wonderful team player – a rare combination indeed.’
2
Andrew Goddard KC
Atkin Chambers
‘Hugely experienced. Very pragmatic and responsive.’
2
Alexander Gunning KC
One Essex Court
2
Richard Harding KC
Keating Chambers
'A great mind with outstanding experience.'
2
Timothy Howe KC
Fountain Court Chambers
'An excellent advocate and charming.'
2
James Howells KC
Atkin Chambers
go-to silk: razor-sharp, a master of the detail, pragmatic and a true pleasure to deal with.’
2
Adrian Hughes KC
39 Essex Chambers
Adrian is very intelligent and quickly gets a handle on cases. He clearly articulates his advice to clients in a commercially minded manner.'
2
Simon Hughes KC
Keating Chambers
‘Simon is a master strategist who is able to see ahead of all the moving parts, advise on realistic outcomes, and lead the team on a clear path to achieve them.’
2
Andrew Hunter KC
Blackstone Chambers
'He is immensely dependable and a leader of the profession.'
2
Riaz Hussain KC
Atkin Chambers
2
David Lewis KC
Twenty Essex
He is a fine advocate who remains polite and controlled. He is always measured.'
2
Simon Lofthouse KC
Atkin Chambers
An exceptionally talented trial advocate. Hard working and phenomenal memory.'
2
Tim Lord KC
Brick Court Chambers
‘Tim stands out. A fabulous advocate, very commercial and legally strategically astute.’
2
Alison Macdonald KC
Essex Court Chambers
Hugely experienced, highly intelligent, collegiate and easy to work with. A leading silk.'
2
Harry Matovu KC
Brick Court Chambers
'Harry Matovu is simply excellent - clever, incredibly effective and a pleasure to work with.'
2
John McCaughran KC
One Essex Court
John is one of the leading commercial silks. A true class act, and a stand out lawyer.' 
2
Ewan McQuater KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Hugely experienced, towering presence in international arbitration.'
2
Wendy Miles KC
Twenty Essex
'Very good judgement. Very good client liaison skills.'
2
Stephen Moriarty KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Stephen is an exceptional barrister- top class and very approachable.' 
2
Sean O’Sullivan KC
4 Pump Court
'Very user-friendly and approachable.'
2
Andrew Rigney KC
Crown Office Chambers
Very clever, great in court, works very hard, gifted communicator with clients and very collaborative and user friendly.'
2
David Scorey KC
Essex Court Chambers
'Highly analytical, deep sector knowledge, prompt response and service oriented and commercial.'
2
Paul Stanley KC
Essex Court Chambers
Very clever, quick-thinking and astute. Strong oral and written advocacy: persuasive and concise.'
2
Roger Stewart KC
4 New Square
Roger has fantastic strategic instincts; he is always calm, convincing with clients, and carries the confidence of the bench.'
2
Robert-Jan Temmink KC
Quadrant Chambers
Rob is a superb advocate and has a commanding presence in the court room. His advocacy is a genuine treat to watch.'
2
Nigel Tozzi KC
4 Pump Court
'Excellent advocacy. Puts arguments firmly but always sensible so keeps confidence of the tribunal. Very thorough and superb expertise on the commercial/construction side.'
2
Antony White KC
Matrix Chambers
'First rate. Excellent in court. Judges respect and trust him. A great team player.'
2
Sean Wilken KC
Keating Chambers
'Incredibly clever and very sharp. A real leader.'
2
Lord Wolfson KC
One Essex Court
‘David combines razor like analysis with humour and enthusiasm.’
2
Timothy Young KC
Twenty Essex
Top-class legal knowledge and advocacy - all delivered with panache and a sense of humour.'
2
Jern-Fei Ng KC
Duxton Hill Chambers
‘He is a tenacious advocate and a strategist. He is very good with law. His multi language ability clearly sets him apart. His cross-examination is a joy to watch.
3
David Bailey KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
Brilliant advocate, forthright and not afraid to concede points which engendered respect from the Judge. Personable and lovely to work with.' 
3
Lucas Bastin KC
Essex Court Chambers
Lucas is an all-round star with strengths across the board, from substantive excellence to wonderful client relationship skills.'
3
James Collins KC
Essex Court Chambers
‘Quality at every level. James is a tough and compelling advocate who fights hard.’
3
Jonathan Crow KC
4 Stone Buildings
 ‘The best advocate at the Bar at the moment. When Jonathan talks, the courts listen.’
3
Rupert D’Cruz KC
Littleton Chambers
3
Justin Fenwick KC
4 New Square
 
3
Karim Ghaly KC
Atkin Chambers
Karim is a highly competent barrister offering excellent advocacy, strategy and most importantly, the ability to connect with the arbitrators. He’s someone a party wouldn’t want on his opposite side given his ability to get down to the details and find points appear to be seamlessly diminish the other side’s case.’
3
Andrew Green KC
Blackstone Chambers
 'Andrew is an enormously user-friendly and commercial silk. One of the leading lights of the Bar.'
3
Alexander Hickey KC
4 Pump Court
3
Timothy Hill KC
Twenty Essex
Timothy is an outstanding barrister. A real heavyweight.’ 
3
Philippa Hopkins KC
Essex Court Chambers
Philippa is extremely intelligent, energetic and tremendously well organised.'
3
Sa’ad Hossain KC
One Essex Court
'A go to KC. A brilliant mind with a wonderful forensic approach to advocacy.'
3
Ben Juratowitch KC
Essex Court Chambers
‘Ben is an absolute star. He is a compelling and persuasive advocate.’
3
Dominic Kendrick KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
3
Yash Kulkarni KC
Quadrant Chambers
enacity, hard work, commercial, legally and strategically astute.'
3
Christopher Lewis KC
Atkin Chambers
3
Paul Lowenstein KC
Twenty Essex
'Paul is a pleasure to work with, easy-going, commercially minded, a team player that rolls up his sleeves and is excellent on his feet.'
3
Philip Marshall KC
Serle Court
'Philip is very bright and an outstanding advocate.'
3
Sara Masters KC
Twenty Essex
ry efficient, manages proceedings with ease, very astute.'
3
Lynne McCafferty KC
4 Pump Court
od brain, hard working and yet approachable. Lynne is a go to counsel.'
3
Maurice Mendelson KC
Blackstone Chambers
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David Mildon KC
Essex Court Chambers
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Alexander Milner KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Alex is incredibly bright and fights tenaciously for his clients. His oral advocacy is very strong - his judgment is impeccable and he always has the ear of the court.'
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Jonathan Nash KC
3 Verulam Buildings
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Claire Packman KC
4 Pump Court
‘Claire is an outstanding barrister. She gives clear and sensible advice, is very personable with clients, and is a real team player.’
3
Luke Parsons KC
Quadrant Chambers
He is extremely clever and able very quickly get to the heart of complex cases. He is an excellent advocate.' 
3
Nathan Pillow KC
Essex Court Chambers
An outstanding advocate who is able to present the most complex of cases with ease. Nathan is one of a few stars of the bar who can also turn his hand to arbitration.' 
3
Philip Riches KC
Twenty Essex
'Philip has the client's confidence entirely. He is able to read the court well.'
3
Marc Rowlands KC
Keating Chambers
Incredible confidence in his knowledge and experience, calm under pressure, and attention to detail.'
3
Rebecca Sabben-Clare KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
'Rebecca is a phenomenal advocate. She is clear and to the point.'
3
Simon Salzedo KC
Brick Court Chambers
'Simon is quite simply the pre-eminent silk of the moment.'
3
Alistair Schaff KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
Alistair is a first-rate advocate who is able to establish a real rapport with the court.'
3
Akhil Shah KC
Fountain Court Chambers
A very thoughtful and knowledgeable barrister.'
3
Tom Montagu-Smith KC
3 Verulam Buildings
Tom has an exceptional legal mind and is able to handle the most complex cases.'
3
George Spalton KC
4 New Square
'George has a thorough knowledge of investment treaty law and accompanying procedure. He is calm under pressure and is able to expertly manage client expectations and demands.'
3
Lord Verdirame KC
Twenty Essex
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Nick Vineall KC
4 Pump Court
'Nick is personable, incisive, and fantastically clear.'
3
Richard Waller KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
Richard is exceptionally bright and quick. He is personable to clients, the tribunal and opponents.’
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Sam Wordsworth KC
Essex Court Chambers
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Matthew Gearing KC
Duxton Hill Chambers London
‘He is world-class. He is a good lawyer and is able to grasp the relevant law applicable to any case.’
4
Robert Anderson KC
Blackstone Chambers
'He's a street fighter and an excellent advocate.'   
4
Adam Baradon KC
Blackstone Chambers
4
Richard Blakeley KC
Brick Court Chambers
‘Richard is simply fantastic. Extremely hard-working – he is at the same time efficient and pragmatic and was able to showcase his knowledge of sanctions as well as general commercial law. He is an incisive cross-examiner – dogged in pursuing and following through on weaknesses in a witness’ evidence whilst maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor. A real superstar.’
4
James Brocklebank KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
James is able to get to the key issues in a matter very quickly and is very bright.' 
4
Paul Buckingham KC
Keating Chambers
'Paul is great to work with as part of a big team and is happy to co-counsel. He has a great knack for seeing things through the lens of the tribunal.'
4
Noel Casey KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
'Noel is incredibly commercially minded and provides clients with calm, sensible advice. He is a problem solver and delivers thorough and compelling oral advocacy.'
4
Serena Cheng KC
Atkin Chambers
Serena's eye to detail is exceptional in both her written and oral work whilst yet being approachable and client focused.’
4
Mark Chennells KC
Atkin Chambers
'Very sharp, gets to grips with the most complex of cases. Will work tirelessly to try and achieve a solution to difficult points.'
4
Stephen Cogley KC
4 Pump Court
4
Nicholas Craig KC
3 Verulam Buildings
'Nick is a very good advocate and is able to read the room well and adapt his advocacy depending on the judge and case in hand.'
4
Simon Davenport KC
4 Pump Court
'Simon's strengths are his infectious energy and dogged determination to pursue all angles of a matter. He is very personable and operates well within a team structure.'
4
Marcos Dracos KC
One Essex Court
‘Marcos is very good to work with. He is able to focus on the key issues and overlook any noise. He is good at communicating with clients and digesting and presenting very complex cases in an understandable way.’
4
Richard Eschwege KC
Brick Court Chambers
4
Siddharth Dhar KC
Essex Court Chambers
4
Louis Flannery KC
Littleton Chambers
‘Louis is one of the best: commercially aware of the clients’ needs, deeply engaged, and consistently well-prepared. He handles matters personally, ensuring that the client gets top-notch advice.’
4
Andrew Fulton KC
Twenty Essex
'Andrew is incredibly bright and very commercial.  He is like a dog with a bone and will fight for clients to the end.'
4
Lucy Garrett KC
Keating Chambers
A great advocate, very easy style, clients love working with her.' 
4
Charles Graham KC
One Essex Court
4
George Hayman KC
Maitland Chambers
‘He is superb. His advocacy is clear, helpful and effective. He was prepared to the nth degree on every detail and gains the tribunal's trust.’
4
Josephine Higgs KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
‘Jo is an exceptionally gifted lawyer with vast knowledge and experience in the insurance/reinsurance and arbitration fields. She is a hugely compelling advocate: clear, efficient, well-structured, and immensely persuasive.’
4
Stephen Hofmeyr KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
‘Stephen is a very strong advocate operating at the highest level. Very thorough with high level legal analysis, and makes sure his arguments are fully understood with forceful clarity.’
4
Michael Holmes KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
'Michael Holmes KC is bright, engaging and knowledgeable. He is a first choice.'
4
Stephen Houseman KC
Essex Court Chambers
‘Stephen is a first choice for arbitration-related court litigation: challenges to awards, challenges to arbitrators, anti-suit injunctions, etc. Stephen is a forceful advocate and is very good at distilling a core message, and this is reflected in his highly condensed and compelling skeleton arguments. He’s also good fun and a great team player.’
4
Stuart Isaacs KC
Wilberforce Chambers
4
Neil Kitchener KC
One Essex Court
4
Calum Lamont KC
Keating Chambers
Calum is incredibly smart and immersed in the detail of a case, not only the legal aspects of it but also the technical components.' 
4
James Leabeater KC
4 Pump Court
'Excellent advocate who provides consistently solid advice.'
4
Richard Liddell KC
4 New Square Chambers
'Rick is an excellent advocate, with a warm, mellifluous style which is attractive and compelling. He is experienced in many areas, with a particular interest and experience in sporting disputes, as well as in commercial arbitration matters, and performs with charm and insight in all cases.'
4
Richard Lissack KC
Fountain Court Chambers
'A brilliant forensic mind who is able to pick up difficult cases and spot the issues within minutes. A pleasure to work with and a formidable advocate.'
4
Peter MacDonald Eggers KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
Unrivalled knowledge of the law which shines through in his oral advocacy. Judges trust him and listen to him with respect on the law.'
4
Stephen Midwinter KC
Brick Court Chambers
Highly intelligent. Down-to earth. Succinct and punchy on paper and on his feet.'
4
Vincent Moran KC
Keating Chambers
4
Richard Morgan KC
Maitland Chambers 
'Richard is the complete package: a brilliant advocate (both orally and in writing), encyclopaedic on the law, a great tactician and always available.'
4
Justin Mort KC
Keating Chambers
Justin is at the top of the field.  Justin knows how to win cases and is a formidable advocate.’
4
Zoe O’Sullivan KC
Serle Court
'Strong legal analysis - gets across issues very quickly. She is able to digest huge amounts of material and boil it all down into a succinct and clearly written award.'
4
Henry Forbes Smith KC
One Essex Court
‘Henry is an exceptionally clever lawyer who can be relied upon to think of creative and effective solutions that no-one else would come up with.’
4
Fiona Parkin KC
Atkin Chambers
Fiona is great to work with and a tireless barrister - she communicates well, works well with a team, is good fun, and a brilliant barrister.'
4
Fionn Pilbrow KC
Brick Court Chambers
'Hard working and clever. Lovely measured advocacy.'
4
Benjamin Pilling KC
4 Pump Court
4
David Quest KC
3 Verulam Buildings
'David has an exceptional legal brain, and is a stand-out barristers.'
4
Iain Quirk KC
Essex Court Chambers
Iain has an incisive mind which he applies well to strategic issues. His advocacy is measured, clear and powerful.' 
4
Adam Robb KC
39 Essex Chambers
Adam's biggest strength is his ability to think strategically while also getting on op of the forensic details of the case. He is a real team player who is willing to get stuck in.' 
4
Thomas Roe KC
3 Hare Court
'Tom advises on complex and cross jurisdictional legal issues in a clear and simple language. His advocacy is to the point, addressing all relevant issues and conducted in a manner that keeps his audience focused on his narrative.'
4
Daniel Saoul KC
4 New Square
'A complete junior silk, deeply analytical mind and a particularly tenacious and effective advocate.'
4
Dan Sarooshi KC
Essex Court Chambers
Combines academic acumen with strong advocacy.'
4
Vasanti Selvaratnam KC
The 36 Group
Very experienced silk, with strong oral and written advocacy. Tenacious in fighting a client's case.'
4
Michael Sullivan KC
One Essex Court
4
Robert Thomas KC
Quadrant Chambers
4
Samuel Townend KC
Keating Chambers
A highly skilled and astute barrister, Sam combines sharp intellect with a grounded, practical approach to his work.'
4
Luke Pearce KC
Twenty Essex
4
Ben Valentin KC
Fountain Court Chambers
Ben is phenomenal. His combination of fierce intelligence and commercial common sense make him unstoppable.' 
4
Steven Walker KC
33 Chancery Lane
4
Steven Walker KC
Atkin Chambers
'Steven is brilliant with clients, very responsive and commercial and fights the case like its his own. Clients love him. He is a real specialist in arbitration and has been for 30 years.'
4
John Wardell KC
Wilberforce Chambers
‘John is a brilliant mind. One of the top barristers at the bar at the moment.’
4
Angeline Welsh KC
Essex Court Chambers
'Angeline is phenomenally hard working, accomplished and deeply knowledgeable in respect of arbitration law. Her written advocacy is excellent and she is equally very assured on her feet and unscripted.'
4
James Willan KC
Essex Court Chambers
James has a razor sharp mind and is quite simply one of the two or three stars of his generation at the bar.' 
4
Crispin Winser KC
Crown Office Chambers
'Brilliant advocate - has the ear of the court.'
4
Emily Wood KC
Essex Court Chambers
'She is a compelling and efficient advocate. Her oral advocacy is well structured, measured and highly persuasive.'
4
Alexander Wright KC
4 Pump Court
‘Alexander is brilliant.’
4
Jawdat Khurshid KC
7 King’s Bench Walk
'Clarity of thought, personable and collaborative approach. Firmness of view.'
4
Khawar Qureshi KC
McNair International
'Khawar is an extremely experienced advocate. He knows the law and can read a tribunal.'

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.

1
Andrew Fenn KC
Atkin Chambers
'Really strong performer in front of tribunals - well prepared and on top of the detail, and spots the issues that matter.'
1
Michelle Menashy KC
One Essex Court
1
Angharad Parry KC
Twenty Essex
'A delight to work with. Super bright. Great team player. Clients love her. Very knowledgeable.'
1
Tariq Baloch KC
Essex Court Chambers
'Tariq is super-intelligent, very personable and easy to work with. He is both a formidable advocate and leader on arbitration matters, as well as a member of a team that brings everyone together. Tariq is a wordsmith whose written work is always compelling and attractive.'
1
Alexander Brown KC
One Essex Court
1
Nakul Dewan KC
Twenty Essex
  'A class act. Commercial, smart and easy to work with.'
1
Anton Dudnikov KC
Essex Court Chambers
‘Anton is a star performer. His drafting is clear and strongly persuasive. As an advocate he is calm, collected and able to exploit weakness where it arrives.’
1
Jason Robinson KC
7 King’s Bench Walk

2024 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.

1
Jane Davies Evans KC
3 Verulam Buildings
1
Anna Laney KC
Crown Office Chambers
'Anna is extremely personable whilst having the quiet confidence of someone who truly knows what they are doing. She embeds herself well within a client team, loves to spend the time working through a complex problem, and is very pragmatic in everything she does.'
1
Sanjay Patel KC
4 Pump Court
1
David Peters KC
Essex Court Chambers
'David is phenomenal, with a real ability to cut through things to the core of the issue and know exactly what the court will think. At the same time he has fantastic client handling skills. His advocacy is brave, engaging and to the point.'
1
James Sheehan KC
Essex Court Chambers
1
Nicholas Sloboda KC
One Essex Court
'An impressive advocacy style and forceful written submissions.'
1
Camille Slow KC
Atkin Chambers
'Camille is an all-round star; clear thinking, clear talking, a wonderful and hard-working team player who clients adore. She shines at cross examination; she is confident, focused and unflappable.'