Professional disciplinary and regulatory law

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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Richard Coleman KC
Fountain Court Chambers
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Ben Hubble KC
4 New Square
‘Ben is at the top of his game in this field. He has a terrific bedside manner, making stressed and worried clients feel at their ease. He has an understated but engaging approach as an advocate and tribunals really take to him.’
1
Graeme McPherson KC
4 New Square
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Fenella Morris KC
39 Essex Chambers
'Fenella has the ability to get to the heart of the case.'
1
Paul Ozin KC
23ES
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Jenni Richards KC
39 Essex Chambers
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Patricia Robertson KC
Fountain Court Chambers
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Gregory Treverton-Jones KC
39 Essex Chambers
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Sarah Clarke KC
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers
2
Ivan Hare KC
Blackstone Chambers
‘Ivan is a highly tenacious and effective advocate. He is respected by judges, and has an authoritative and engaging presence in court.’
2
Javan Herberg KC
Blackstone Chambers
‘Javan is a go-to KC on contentious regulatory work. He is approachable, commercial and an outstanding advocate.’
2
Fiona Horlick KC
Outer Temple Chambers
'Fiona is a fierce and tenacious advocate. She has a mastery of the detail and a deep understanding of even the most complex issues. Her cross-examination is precise and courteous, but can often unravel even the most robust witness.'
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Tom Kark KC
QEB Hollis Whiteman
   
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Marios Lambis KC
2 Hare Court
Marios is a silk at the top of his game. His knowledge and experience in this area is second to none. He is meticulous in his preparation and his advocacy is measured and charming.’
2
Patrick Lawrence KC
4 New Square
‘He has a remarkable ability to analyse a professional discipline case and identify the issues which will be of concern to the regulator and the High Court.'
2
Michael McLaren KC
Fountain Court Chambers
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Angus Moon KC
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers
2
Selva Ramasamy KC
QEB Hollis Whiteman
‘Selva is a breath of fresh air. When he is on board you immediately feel more confident in your case. He thinks of everything. He is also extremely persuasive, and someone who can put even the most nervous clients at ease with his confidence and charm.’
2
Jamie Smith KC
4 New Square
‘Jamie provides careful, considered and robust advice. He rolls up his sleeves, and gets stuck in. He is a natural leader, with a calm and reassuring manner.’
2
Mark Sutton KC
Old Square Chambers
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Andrew Tabachnik KC
39 Essex Chambers
‘Andrew is unflappable, and is able to place himself in the shoes of the client. He is pragmatic and empathetic.'
2
Geoffrey Williams KC
Farrar’s Building
‘Geoffrey is very careful in his preparation of cases and he is very strong in cross examination.’
3
Nicholas Bacon KC
4 New Square
3
Victoria Butler-Cole KC
39 Essex Chambers
‘Victoria’s expertise in healthcare law makes her a first-rate choice for any case in the field of healthcare regulation. She is always exceptionally well prepared for any case, and thinks on her feet in front of a judge, carrying them with her.’
3
Chloe Carpenter KC
Fountain Court Chambers
‘Chloe is technically excellent, has outstanding attention to detail, and is adaptable. She communicates very effectively and has a very helpful, collaborative manner.'
3
Ben Collins KC
Old Square Chambers
‘Ben’s advocacy is precise, measured and effective. If litigation were a sport, he would be the team captain.’
3
Christopher Coltart KC
2 Hare Court
‘His ability to digest complex material and explain it in plain terms is second to none.'
3
James Counsell KC
Outer Temple Chambers
‘James’ key strength is the confidence he inspires in his clients, judges and tribunals.'
3
Helen Evans KC
4 New Square
‘Helen has exemplary attention to detail. She is an extremely powerful advocate.’
3
Kate Gallafent KC
Blackstone Chambers
‘Kate makes the most challenging cases engaging, and asks insightful questions. A fantastic advocate.’
3
Eleanor Grey KC
39 Essex Chambers
3
Mark Harries KC
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers
‘Mark has an excellent manner with clients - he is patient and has a calming influence when clients are at their most vulnerable. He offers pragmatic advice.'
3
Jonathan Holl-Allen KC
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers
3
Zoe Johnson KC
QEB Hollis Whiteman
3
Robert Kellar KC
1 Crown Office Row
‘He is an excellent advocate who keeps calm and keeps the court or tribunal on side.’
3
Sean Larkin KC
QEB Hollis Whiteman
3
Nicholas Medcroft KC
Fountain Court Chambers
‘He has a strong command of the relevant legal and regulatory frameworks and grasps the technical details of the case.’
3
Siân Mirchandani KC
4 New Square
‘Siân is a silk who is more than up to the task of delivering unwelcome advice sensitively but firmly.’
3
Alison Padfield KC
4 New Square
‘Alison is thorough and diligent.'
3
Vikram Sachdeva KC
39 Essex Chambers
‘Vikram is able to cut through complexity and deliver clear and persuasive arguments as well as actionable advice.'
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Mark Shaw KC
Blackstone Chambers
‘Mark is phenomenally bright and personable. A first class brain.’
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Mark Simpson KC
Fountain Court Chambers
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Roger Stewart KC
4 New Square
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Tom Adam KC
Brick Court Chambers
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Robin Barclay KC
Fountain Court Chambers
‘Robin has a fierce intellect and an excellent command of technical aspects. He is confident and goes the extra mile for this clients.'
4
Richard Booth KC
1 Crown Office Row
‘Richard has a serene and reassuring manner with clients. He is an excellent advocate.’
4
Clodagh Bradley KC
1 Crown Office Row
‘Clodagh is a ferocious advocate who truly fights for her clients. Her knowledge of medicine and attention to detail are second to none.’
4
Betsan Criddle KC
Old Square Chambers
She is an absolute force of nature - so impressive on her feet, gives the client great confidence. Encyclopaedic knowledge, and also incredibly user-friendly for solicitors.'
4
Clare Dixon KC
4 New Square Chambers
‘Not only are Clare's technical skills faultless, but she is tenacious and equally commercially minded. She fights hard for her clients and is always well-prepared.’
4
Rory Dunlop KC
39 Essex Chambers
‘Rory is an excellent barrister. His particular strengths are the clarity of his drafting and his ability to get to the key points in a case very quickly.’
4
Alexandra Felix KC
QEB Hollis Whiteman
‘Alexandra is a wonderful lawyer. She has a fantastic ability to get around a new regulatory regime and to cut right through to the important information.’
4
Martin Forde KC
1 Crown Office Row
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Andrew George KC
Blackstone Chambers
‘Andrew is simply brilliant in all respects. He has excellent judgement, which he deploys flawlessly even under great pressure. He gets on top of the detail incredibly quickly without losing sight of the bigger picture.’
4
Edward Henry KC
Mountford Chambers
‘He inspires confidence in clients, and can hold a room or tribunal in the palm of his hand.’
4
Adam Heppinstall KC
Henderson Chambers
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Jamas Hodivala KC
Matrix Chambers
‘Jamas is the master tactician, incredibly knowledgeable with unparalleled attention to detail. He is truly a class act, very polished and always prepared.'
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Andrew Kennedy KC
1 Crown Office Row
‘Andrew is extremely knowledgeable, calm under pressure and effective. He puts the client at ease and is a pleasure to work with.’
4
Jonathan Laidlaw KC
2 Hare Court
‘Jonathan is an excellent tactician. He handles client concerns with care and attention and is hard working and committed.’
4
Edward Levey KC
Fountain Court Chambers
‘He has superb knowledge in the area and gives highly practical advice.’
4
Richard Lissack KC
Fountain Court Chambers
‘Richard is without equal in terms of his gravitas.'
4
James McClelland KC
Brick Court Chambers
‘James is fantastic. He is incredibly responsive, and knows the law, procedure and approach of the regulator inside out.'
4
Eleena Misra KC
Old Square Chambers
‘Eleena prepares meticulously, which is reflected in an assured performance in tribunal.'
4
Nadia Motraghi KC
Old Square Chambers
‘Nadia is a direct yet graceful advocate. She is exceptional in her arguments, getting to the root of legal issues with precision.'
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Paul Raudnitz KC
QEB Hollis Whiteman
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Amanda Savage KC
4 New Square
‘Amanda gives clear and user-friendly advice on complicated and difficult legal problems. She is sympathetic but clear and direct in her advice to clients facing challenging circumstances.'
4
Adam Solomon KC
Littleton Chambers
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George Spalton KC
4 New Square Chambers
'George is calm, concise and gets to the issues quickly. He is exceptionally good at what he does.'
4
Owain Thomas KC
1 Crown Office Row
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Claire Watson KC
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers
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Alisdair Williamson KC
Three Raymond Buildings
‘Alisdair’s advocacy is absolutely superb. He is incredibly easy to work with and has a manner which delights clients.'

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.

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Rupert Allen KC
Fountain Court Chambers
'Clients find his manner reassuring and he inspires confidence.'
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Tom Cross KC
11KBW
‘Tom is a highly-skilled technical lawyer, able to tackle complex issues in a way that makes them accessible for clients. He has a charming, easy style, which makes him highly effective – and sympathetic – as an advocate, but he is not afraid to lock horns when that is necessary.’
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Rebecca Harris KC
QEB Hollis Whiteman
‘Rebecca’s advocacy is eloquent and persuasive. She has great personal charm which is always professionally deployed.'
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Peter Mant KC
39 Essex Chambers
‘Peter is an extremely intelligent and able advocate. He is pragmatic and has a calm, measured approach which clients and panels find extremely helpful.’