Regarded as 'a great set of chambers, with experienced barristers in regulatory and professional disciplinary law', 2 Hare Court has an excellent reputation for its expertise in representing white-collar professionals in a range of matters. Christopher Coltart KC is a key name for professional disciplinary cases involving accountants. In a recent highlight, Marios Lambis KC appeared before the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS) regarding an abuse of process argument made in respect of multiple misconduct allegations brought against a consultant psychiatrist. The argument was successful on the grounds that the GMC's investigation into the issues and background of the case had been flawed, and as such the psychiatrist could not receive a fair hearing. Andrew Colman is sought after for his solid track record in acting for the General Pharmaceutical Council and General Optical Council, and Sarah Przybylska 'skilfully deals with the most difficult and challenging cases with ease; her technical knowledge and advocacy skills are impressive'.
Professional disciplinary and regulatory law in
London Bar
2 Hare Court
Testimonials
‘Louis Lockwood is always very responsive and deals with any issues very promptly.‘
‘The quality of service provided by 2 Hare Court is superb.‘
‘A preferred set for professional discipline.‘
‘The clerks are very helpful and responsive.‘
‘A very good professional disciplinary team, with strength in depth.‘
‘Experts in the field of regulatory matters and professional discipline.‘
‘Always have good counsel available and they are all engaging and responsive.‘
39 Essex Chambers
39 Essex Chambers' members are routinely instructed in high-profile professional disciplinary work. Gregory Treverton-Jones KC is a respected specialist in regulatory and disciplinary issues concerning the legal sector, while Eleanor Grey KC has an excellent track record in acting for the GMC in appeals before the High Court. Recent instructions for the team include Peter Mant successfully representing the GMC in an appeal brought by a doctor against the regulator's decision to erase him from the medical register, following allegations that he drugged and raped a junior colleague; the appeal was refused. In a boost to chambers, Nicola Greaney KC and Katherine Apps KC both took silk in March 2023.
Testimonials
‘Alastair Davidson is excellent, as is his team.‘
‘Anthony King is excellent – always responsive and helpful.‘
‘Great clerking, especially Peter Campbell – responsive and creative.‘
‘39 Essex is undoubtedly a leading set in professional discipline.‘
‘The number of specialist counsel, range of expertise, and frequent thought- provoking seminars more than justify chambers’ position at the head of a very competitive field.‘
‘The clerks are very personable and responsive, and go above and beyond to assist. Fast, responsive, efficient, and commercially minded.‘
‘Always very helpful clerks.‘
‘The set has a number of counsel specialising in professional discipline cases relating to solicitors.‘
Serjeants' Inn Chambers
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers garners praise from clients as 'excellent as a whole in respect of professional disciplinary and regulatory law'. Gerard Boyle KC is 'superb on his feet and grasps the intricacies of the case very quickly', and Sarah Clarke KC is 'an absolute master at cross-examination'. Jonathan Holl-Allen KC, who is head of the team in chambers, has an established track record in representing medical and dental practitioners in disciplinary proceedings. Among the juniors, Anthony Haycroft garners praise for being 'one of the finest barristers when it comes to handling complex cases before the medical regulators', and David Morris is a highly regarded senior junior, with solid expertise in defending healthcare practitioners.
Testimonials
‘Lee Johnson is great.‘
‘Fantastic. Lee Johnson is a legend in his own lifetime.‘
‘Tom O’Connor is the most reliable and friendliest clerk you could hope to meet.‘
‘Jennifer Pooler is a great asset to the barristers she works with.‘
‘A leading set in professional disciplinary work.‘
‘It’s a great set, possessing strength in depth.‘
‘Excellent. All of the clerks are always willing to assist and pull out the stops.‘
‘The set as a whole in respect of professional disciplinary and regulatory law is excellent. The clerks work incredibly hard to try and always make someone available and to ensure they put forward the most suitable and experienced counsel for the case.‘
1 Crown Office Row
The barristers at 1 Crown Office Row specialise in a range of disciplinary proceedings involving medical professionals. Robert Kellar KC has an excellent track record in representing clients from the healthcare sector in cases involving allegations of dishonesty, sexual misconduct, and clinical malpractice. Clodagh Bradley KC successfully defended a veterinary surgeon against charges of misconduct, arising from alleged mismanagement of a dog’s hyperglycaemia at a consultation four days prior to its sudden deterioration in health and death. Suzanne Lambert is regularly instructed in fitness to practise proceedings before a broad range of regulatory bodies.
Testimonials
‘A really exceptional set.‘
‘A go-to for those tricky academic questions.‘
4 New Square Chambers
4 New Square is ‘a go-to set for disciplinary and regulatory work‘, primarily in white-collar professional services. Graeme McPherson KC is sought out to defend proceedings brought against barristers by the Bar Standards Board, while also in legal regulation Ben Hubble KC‘s recent experience includes successfully acting for former Law Society president David Greene, who was cleared of misconduct by the SDT in December 2022. The practice of 2022-appointed silk Helen Evans KC incorporates high-profile Financial Reporting Council proceedings, having represented a KMPG audit partner who carried out the 2016 audit of noted PFI company Carillion shortly before its high-profile collapse. Turning to the set’s juniors, Scott Allen appears regularly in the SDT, as well as disciplinary fora for accountancy and tax professionals.
Testimonials
‘Excellent. Perry Allen is particularly helpful.‘
‘James Barrass is very helpful , responsive and accommodating.‘
‘Good set, with strength in professional disciplinary work.‘
‘The barristers are all of fantastic quality.‘
‘A go-to set for disciplinary and regulatory work.‘
‘Commercially minded and responsive.‘
‘Barristers are very easy to work with, and work well with solicitors.‘
Blackstone Chambers
Blackstone Chambers has 'a depth of understanding of professional discipline that comes from good judgement and years of experience'. Members are well versed in acting for and against the GMC and the General Dental Council, and are equally strong in handling regulatory work from clients in the legal, accountancy and financial services sectors. Professional disciplinary specialist Andrew George KC 'combines deep expertise, clarity of strategic vision, sophisticated tactics and excellent client care'. Catherine Callaghan KC is sought after for her expertise in advising on regulatory issues within the healthcare, accountancy, education and law arenas. Among the juniors, Iain Steele is very experienced in handling statutory appeals against regulators' decisions.
Testimonials
‘Top drawer and the leading set for regulatory enforcement.‘
‘Proactive, fast and responsive.‘
‘Friendly, knowledgeable and proactive.‘
‘Top-quality set.‘
Fountain Court Chambers
Fountain Court Chambers is characterized for having ‘several very experienced and effective leading counsel for professional discipline cases involving solicitors‘. In recent work highlights, Richard Coleman KC led Marianne Butler in representing a former law firm partner before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal, in relation to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s allegation that she had allowed the firm to provide banking facilities through its client account. In another matter, Nicholas Medcroft KC represented the FRC in its proceedings against KPMG in relation to its audits of Carillion.
Testimonials
‘Luke Diebelius is a future senior clerk.‘
‘Always extremely helpful and responsive. Great experiences with Sian Huckett and Luke Diebelius.‘
‘A first-class service is provided by the clerks. Sian Huckett and Luke Diebelius are both excellent and the clerking team is led brilliantly by Alex Taylor. Always super helpful and very approachable.‘
‘The clerks are very helpful. They get back to you very quickly.‘
‘The clerks are very user-friendly and ensure a smooth instruction from start to finish.‘
‘The best set for regulatory and disciplinary proceedings against solicitors.‘
‘Outstanding. Fountain Court has strength in the field at all levels, from senior silk to very junior.‘
QEB Hollis Whiteman
The members at QEB Hollis Whiteman are regularly instructed in a wide range of disciplinary and regulatory matters, with notable expertise in advising clients from white-collar professions and the healthcare sector. Tom Kark KC is sought after for his established strength in advising on proceedings involving medical professionals. Zoe Johnson KC defended a respiratory and intensive care consultant against allegations of signing third party prescriptions for high value medicines, targeted at patients living outside the permitted jurisdiction; the consultant's fitness to practice was found not to be impaired.Turning to the juniors, Lydia Barnfather successfully defended an optometrist against a charge of alleged inappropriate conduct towards a female patient.
Testimonials
‘Chris Emmings and Faye Stimpson are both great.‘
‘Chris Emmings knows the market inside out; David O’Sullivan is a joy to work with; and Faye Stimpson is arguably the most popular clerk in London.‘
‘A highly regarded chambers that is known for its excellence in legal representation.‘
‘The chambers is known for its exceptional standards and reputation.‘
‘Great clerking at all levels – responsive, friendly and creative.‘
‘A professional set with fantastic clerks.‘
‘The clerks’ room is really knowledgeable and easy to work with.‘
‘Stellar set, with a range of barristers for any issue.‘
2 Bedford Row
With a range of practitioners, 2 Bedford Row features barristers who are highly regarded for expertise in a range of areas. Among the junior end of chambers, Andrew McGee has a solid track record in handling prosecution and defence work before a range of regulatory fora, and Sam Thomas is a key name for healthcare sector regulatory issues. Natalie Bird represented the GDC in a complex hearing involving 80 sub-allegations relating to an illegal tooth-whitening practice that was conducted by a registrant dental nurse. The nurse’s name was subsequently erased from the register after 75 of the sub-allegations, including dishonesty, were found proven. Ian Stern KC retired from full practice in mid-2022. Mark Milliken-Smith KC, as was, was appointed as a Circuit Judge in December 2023.
Testimonials
‘Paul Rodgers is a credit to the set.‘
‘The clerks are very responsive and friendly.‘
‘A number of excellent advocates who specialise in healthcare cases.‘
‘An extremely good set with strength in depth.‘
‘The clerks are very agile and promptly respond to queries.’
‘The clerks are very good and very responsive.’
‘The clerks action requests with a quick turnaround and offer appropriate counsel when requested counsel is unavailable.’
23ES
23ES‘ members are well versed in representing clients from the financial services, healthcare, sports and legal sectors. Paul Ozin KC heads up the regulatory and disciplinary team in chambers, and has a solid track record in representing professionals and regulators in a range of complex matters. Turning to the juniors, Rebecca Vanstone acted on behalf of the GDC in prosecuting a registrant facing multiple allegations of clinical misconduct; the registrant received a 12-month suspension.
Testimonials
‘Wayne King and Adam Chapman are exceptional clerks offering a top-level service.‘
‘Wayne King is a star who will always go the extra mile for the solicitors he works with.‘
‘Adam Chapman is excellent. The clarity, service and responsiveness provided is of the highest standard, and he is always willing to go the extra mile to provide a top-class service.‘
‘Daniel Randall is always responsive, accommodating, and will assist whenever he can.‘
‘Excellent clerks who are always professional and accommodating.‘
‘A well-rounded set.‘
‘Good set with strength in depth.’
‘Excellent set with good availability.‘
Brick Court Chambers
At Brick Court Chambers, James McClelland KC has longstanding expertise in the space, with an excellent track record in acting for and against regulators, and has particular strength in handling instructions from the legal and financial spheres. Tony Singla KC regularly acts for major accountancy firms in disciplinary cases heard before the Financial Reporting Council. Tom Adam KC has an excellent track record in handling matters involving the Big Four accountants, and the ‘excellent‘ Simon Salzedo KC counts solicitors’ disciplinary work as a key area of instruction. Sarah Bousfield is adept at handling a broad spectrum of regulatory matters, including cases involving allegations of dishonesty and fraud.
Testimonials
‘A great deal of depth, and silks and juniors at the very top of the field.‘
Old Square Chambers
The ‘brilliant set‘ Old Square Chambers is very well known for its strength in handling instructions focusing on the healthcare sector, however members are equally adept at assisting professionals from the financial, education and legal sectors. Ben Collins KC is acting in Suresh v GMC, an ongoing case concerning a claim brought by the widow of a doctor who had taken his own life while under a GMC investigation. Nicola Newbegin is ‘a fluent advocate‘ with expertise in handling regulatory proceedings for healthcare professionals and solicitors. In March 2023 the senior end of the team was bolstered by the elevation of Eleena Misra KC and Nadia Motraghi KC to silk.
Testimonials
‘A great set – always responsive.‘
‘Knowledgeable, willing to go the extra mile, experienced, and user friendly.‘
‘Very professional set, and a good range of skills and experience.‘
‘Reliable and friendly chambers, and very professional.‘
‘Great strength in depth.‘
‘The clerks are very helpful and flexible.‘
‘Excellent clerks who are responsive, practical and helpful.‘
Outer Temple Chambers
A 'top-level London set', Outer Temple Chambers' members specialise in handling significant professional disciplinary cases across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, financial services, and the legal sphere. James Counsell KC is 'knowledgeable and strategic', and is frequently instructed for the prosecution by the BSB. Fiona Horlick KC acted for the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries in prosecuting an actuary who provided incorrect advice to an insurance company, which led to the risk that policy holders would not be paid in the event of a claim. In a boost to chambers, James Leonard KC took silk in March 2023.
Testimonials
‘A large sophisticated set.‘
‘Exactly what clients would expect – professional and efficient.‘
‘A very good set.‘
‘A top-level London set.‘
‘The set has a broad range of skills.‘
‘The clerks are helpful and responsive.‘
‘Clients enjoy a first-class working relationship with the clerks.‘
2 Hare Court
Testimonials
‘Louis Lockwood is always very responsive and deals with any issues very promptly.‘
‘The quality of service provided by 2 Hare Court is superb.‘
‘A preferred set for professional discipline.‘
‘The clerks are very helpful and responsive.‘
‘A very good professional disciplinary team, with strength in depth.‘
‘Experts in the field of regulatory matters and professional discipline.‘
‘Always have good counsel available and they are all engaging and responsive.‘
39 Essex Chambers
39 Essex Chambers' members are routinely instructed in high-profile professional disciplinary work. Gregory Treverton-Jones KC is a respected specialist in regulatory and disciplinary issues concerning the legal sector, while Eleanor Grey KC has an excellent track record in acting for the GMC in appeals before the High Court. Recent instructions for the team include Peter Mant successfully representing the GMC in an appeal brought by a doctor against the regulator's decision to erase him from the medical register, following allegations that he drugged and raped a junior colleague; the appeal was refused. In a boost to chambers, Nicola Greaney KC and Katherine Apps KC both took silk in March 2023.
Testimonials
‘Alastair Davidson is excellent, as is his team.‘
‘Anthony King is excellent – always responsive and helpful.‘
‘Great clerking, especially Peter Campbell – responsive and creative.‘
‘39 Essex is undoubtedly a leading set in professional discipline.‘
‘The number of specialist counsel, range of expertise, and frequent thought- provoking seminars more than justify chambers’ position at the head of a very competitive field.‘
‘The clerks are very personable and responsive, and go above and beyond to assist. Fast, responsive, efficient, and commercially minded.‘
‘Always very helpful clerks.‘
‘The set has a number of counsel specialising in professional discipline cases relating to solicitors.‘
Serjeants' Inn Chambers
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers garners praise from clients as 'excellent as a whole in respect of professional disciplinary and regulatory law'. Gerard Boyle KC is 'superb on his feet and grasps the intricacies of the case very quickly', and Sarah Clarke KC is 'an absolute master at cross-examination'. Jonathan Holl-Allen KC, who is head of the team in chambers, has an established track record in representing medical and dental practitioners in disciplinary proceedings. Among the juniors, Anthony Haycroft garners praise for being 'one of the finest barristers when it comes to handling complex cases before the medical regulators', and David Morris is a highly regarded senior junior, with solid expertise in defending healthcare practitioners.
Testimonials
‘Lee Johnson is great.‘
‘Fantastic. Lee Johnson is a legend in his own lifetime.‘
‘Tom O’Connor is the most reliable and friendliest clerk you could hope to meet.‘
‘Jennifer Pooler is a great asset to the barristers she works with.‘
‘A leading set in professional disciplinary work.‘
‘It’s a great set, possessing strength in depth.‘
‘Excellent. All of the clerks are always willing to assist and pull out the stops.‘
‘The set as a whole in respect of professional disciplinary and regulatory law is excellent. The clerks work incredibly hard to try and always make someone available and to ensure they put forward the most suitable and experienced counsel for the case.‘
1 Crown Office Row
The barristers at 1 Crown Office Row specialise in a range of disciplinary proceedings involving medical professionals. Robert Kellar KC has an excellent track record in representing clients from the healthcare sector in cases involving allegations of dishonesty, sexual misconduct, and clinical malpractice. Clodagh Bradley KC successfully defended a veterinary surgeon against charges of misconduct, arising from alleged mismanagement of a dog’s hyperglycaemia at a consultation four days prior to its sudden deterioration in health and death. Suzanne Lambert is regularly instructed in fitness to practise proceedings before a broad range of regulatory bodies.
Testimonials
‘A really exceptional set.‘
‘A go-to for those tricky academic questions.‘
4 New Square Chambers
4 New Square is ‘a go-to set for disciplinary and regulatory work‘, primarily in white-collar professional services. Graeme McPherson KC is sought out to defend proceedings brought against barristers by the Bar Standards Board, while also in legal regulation Ben Hubble KC‘s recent experience includes successfully acting for former Law Society president David Greene, who was cleared of misconduct by the SDT in December 2022. The practice of 2022-appointed silk Helen Evans KC incorporates high-profile Financial Reporting Council proceedings, having represented a KMPG audit partner who carried out the 2016 audit of noted PFI company Carillion shortly before its high-profile collapse. Turning to the set’s juniors, Scott Allen appears regularly in the SDT, as well as disciplinary fora for accountancy and tax professionals.
Testimonials
‘Excellent. Perry Allen is particularly helpful.‘
‘James Barrass is very helpful , responsive and accommodating.‘
‘Good set, with strength in professional disciplinary work.‘
‘The barristers are all of fantastic quality.‘
‘A go-to set for disciplinary and regulatory work.‘
‘Commercially minded and responsive.‘
‘Barristers are very easy to work with, and work well with solicitors.‘
Blackstone Chambers
Blackstone Chambers has 'a depth of understanding of professional discipline that comes from good judgement and years of experience'. Members are well versed in acting for and against the GMC and the General Dental Council, and are equally strong in handling regulatory work from clients in the legal, accountancy and financial services sectors. Professional disciplinary specialist Andrew George KC 'combines deep expertise, clarity of strategic vision, sophisticated tactics and excellent client care'. Catherine Callaghan KC is sought after for her expertise in advising on regulatory issues within the healthcare, accountancy, education and law arenas. Among the juniors, Iain Steele is very experienced in handling statutory appeals against regulators' decisions.
Testimonials
‘Top drawer and the leading set for regulatory enforcement.‘
‘Proactive, fast and responsive.‘
‘Friendly, knowledgeable and proactive.‘
‘Top-quality set.‘
Fountain Court Chambers
Fountain Court Chambers is characterized for having ‘several very experienced and effective leading counsel for professional discipline cases involving solicitors‘. In recent work highlights, Richard Coleman KC led Marianne Butler in representing a former law firm partner before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal, in relation to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s allegation that she had allowed the firm to provide banking facilities through its client account. In another matter, Nicholas Medcroft KC represented the FRC in its proceedings against KPMG in relation to its audits of Carillion.
Testimonials
‘Luke Diebelius is a future senior clerk.‘
‘Always extremely helpful and responsive. Great experiences with Sian Huckett and Luke Diebelius.‘
‘A first-class service is provided by the clerks. Sian Huckett and Luke Diebelius are both excellent and the clerking team is led brilliantly by Alex Taylor. Always super helpful and very approachable.‘
‘The clerks are very helpful. They get back to you very quickly.‘
‘The clerks are very user-friendly and ensure a smooth instruction from start to finish.‘
‘The best set for regulatory and disciplinary proceedings against solicitors.‘
‘Outstanding. Fountain Court has strength in the field at all levels, from senior silk to very junior.‘
QEB Hollis Whiteman
The members at QEB Hollis Whiteman are regularly instructed in a wide range of disciplinary and regulatory matters, with notable expertise in advising clients from white-collar professions and the healthcare sector. Tom Kark KC is sought after for his established strength in advising on proceedings involving medical professionals. Zoe Johnson KC defended a respiratory and intensive care consultant against allegations of signing third party prescriptions for high value medicines, targeted at patients living outside the permitted jurisdiction; the consultant's fitness to practice was found not to be impaired.Turning to the juniors, Lydia Barnfather successfully defended an optometrist against a charge of alleged inappropriate conduct towards a female patient.
Testimonials
‘Chris Emmings and Faye Stimpson are both great.‘
‘Chris Emmings knows the market inside out; David O’Sullivan is a joy to work with; and Faye Stimpson is arguably the most popular clerk in London.‘
‘A highly regarded chambers that is known for its excellence in legal representation.‘
‘The chambers is known for its exceptional standards and reputation.‘
‘Great clerking at all levels – responsive, friendly and creative.‘
‘A professional set with fantastic clerks.‘
‘The clerks’ room is really knowledgeable and easy to work with.‘
‘Stellar set, with a range of barristers for any issue.‘
2 Bedford Row
With a range of practitioners, 2 Bedford Row features barristers who are highly regarded for expertise in a range of areas. Among the junior end of chambers, Andrew McGee has a solid track record in handling prosecution and defence work before a range of regulatory fora, and Sam Thomas is a key name for healthcare sector regulatory issues. Natalie Bird represented the GDC in a complex hearing involving 80 sub-allegations relating to an illegal tooth-whitening practice that was conducted by a registrant dental nurse. The nurse’s name was subsequently erased from the register after 75 of the sub-allegations, including dishonesty, were found proven. Ian Stern KC retired from full practice in mid-2022. Mark Milliken-Smith KC, as was, was appointed as a Circuit Judge in December 2023.
Testimonials
‘Paul Rodgers is a credit to the set.‘
‘The clerks are very responsive and friendly.‘
‘A number of excellent advocates who specialise in healthcare cases.‘
‘An extremely good set with strength in depth.‘
‘The clerks are very agile and promptly respond to queries.’
‘The clerks are very good and very responsive.’
‘The clerks action requests with a quick turnaround and offer appropriate counsel when requested counsel is unavailable.’
23ES
23ES‘ members are well versed in representing clients from the financial services, healthcare, sports and legal sectors. Paul Ozin KC heads up the regulatory and disciplinary team in chambers, and has a solid track record in representing professionals and regulators in a range of complex matters. Turning to the juniors, Rebecca Vanstone acted on behalf of the GDC in prosecuting a registrant facing multiple allegations of clinical misconduct; the registrant received a 12-month suspension.
Testimonials
‘Wayne King and Adam Chapman are exceptional clerks offering a top-level service.‘
‘Wayne King is a star who will always go the extra mile for the solicitors he works with.‘
‘Adam Chapman is excellent. The clarity, service and responsiveness provided is of the highest standard, and he is always willing to go the extra mile to provide a top-class service.‘
‘Daniel Randall is always responsive, accommodating, and will assist whenever he can.‘
‘Excellent clerks who are always professional and accommodating.‘
‘A well-rounded set.‘
‘Good set with strength in depth.’
‘Excellent set with good availability.‘
Brick Court Chambers
At Brick Court Chambers, James McClelland KC has longstanding expertise in the space, with an excellent track record in acting for and against regulators, and has particular strength in handling instructions from the legal and financial spheres. Tony Singla KC regularly acts for major accountancy firms in disciplinary cases heard before the Financial Reporting Council. Tom Adam KC has an excellent track record in handling matters involving the Big Four accountants, and the ‘excellent‘ Simon Salzedo KC counts solicitors’ disciplinary work as a key area of instruction. Sarah Bousfield is adept at handling a broad spectrum of regulatory matters, including cases involving allegations of dishonesty and fraud.
Testimonials
‘A great deal of depth, and silks and juniors at the very top of the field.‘
Old Square Chambers
The ‘brilliant set‘ Old Square Chambers is very well known for its strength in handling instructions focusing on the healthcare sector, however members are equally adept at assisting professionals from the financial, education and legal sectors. Ben Collins KC is acting in Suresh v GMC, an ongoing case concerning a claim brought by the widow of a doctor who had taken his own life while under a GMC investigation. Nicola Newbegin is ‘a fluent advocate‘ with expertise in handling regulatory proceedings for healthcare professionals and solicitors. In March 2023 the senior end of the team was bolstered by the elevation of Eleena Misra KC and Nadia Motraghi KC to silk.
Testimonials
‘A great set – always responsive.‘
‘Knowledgeable, willing to go the extra mile, experienced, and user friendly.‘
‘Very professional set, and a good range of skills and experience.‘
‘Reliable and friendly chambers, and very professional.‘
‘Great strength in depth.‘
‘The clerks are very helpful and flexible.‘
‘Excellent clerks who are responsive, practical and helpful.‘
Outer Temple Chambers
A 'top-level London set', Outer Temple Chambers' members specialise in handling significant professional disciplinary cases across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, financial services, and the legal sphere. James Counsell KC is 'knowledgeable and strategic', and is frequently instructed for the prosecution by the BSB. Fiona Horlick KC acted for the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries in prosecuting an actuary who provided incorrect advice to an insurance company, which led to the risk that policy holders would not be paid in the event of a claim. In a boost to chambers, James Leonard KC took silk in March 2023.
Testimonials
‘A large sophisticated set.‘
‘Exactly what clients would expect – professional and efficient.‘
‘A very good set.‘
‘A top-level London set.‘
‘The set has a broad range of skills.‘
‘The clerks are helpful and responsive.‘
‘Clients enjoy a first-class working relationship with the clerks.‘