Brian Kennelly KC
Blackstone ChambersHighly intelligent, articulate, and clear-thinking. Excellent communicator and innovative thinker.
Sanctions
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.
Rachel Barnes KC
Three Raymond BuildingsRachel is a true superstar of sanctions, well sought after for designation challenges and very much at home with the more challenging aspects of sanctions regulations.
Paul Key KC
Essex Court ChambersHighly capable and commercially minded, who combines strong technical legal analysis with a pragmatic and strategic approach to disputes. In advocacy, he is articulate, well-prepared, and persuasive, with an ability to present complex issues in a clear and structured manner, both in written and oral submissions.
Hodge Malek KC
3 Verulam BuildingsHodge is technically brilliant. He can digest vast tracts of information and assimilate it into a clear argument for his client. A master at cross-examination, he knows how to demolish the other side's case. A true star of the sanctions bar.
Fergus Randolph KC
Brick Court Chambers
Clare Sibson KC
Fountain Court ChambersClare has a brain the size of a planet, is supremely responsive, and is not shy to give robust advice.
Richard Blakeley KC
Brick Court ChambersRichard remains one of the leading sanctions lawyers of his generation, with expertise across UK and EU regimes. He is a name to watch in this field.
David Blundell KC
Landmark ChambersA sanctions expert.
Richard Fisher KC
Doughty Street Chambers
Sara Masters KC
Twenty Essex
James Sheehan KC
Essex Court ChambersIncredibly bright, a clear strategic thinker with good judgment. Hardworking with really excellent drafting skills. I anticipate he will quickly carve out his space as a leading commercial sanctions silk. His client management skills are also excellent, and he is a pleasure to work with.
Jim Sturman KC
2 Bedford RowI had the opportunity to work with Jim Sturman KC on a complex sanctions matter. Throughout the engagement, Jim demonstrated an exceptional depth of knowledge in sanctions law, which gave us considerable confidence in the advice we received at every stage of the case. What particularly stood out was Jim's responsiveness – he was consistently quick to address queries, which is invaluable in sanctions work where timing can be critical. Beyond his legal expertise, Jim showed a rare and commendable ability to support and reassure the client during what was an inherently stressful process. His communication style struck exactly the right balance between professional rigor and genuine empathy, which made a real difference to the client's experience. I would not hesitate to recommend Jim to anyone requiring specialist sanctions advice, and I look forward to working with him again in the future.
Nick Vineall KC
4 Pump Court2026 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.
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.
Jason Pobjoy KC
Blackstone ChambersHighly intelligent, innovative thinker, clear communicator.
Oliver Powell KC
Outer Temple ChambersHardworking, knowledgeable, personable.
Rachel Scott KC
Three Raymond BuildingsShe has a very engaging and persuasive style of advocacy, and her written submissions are excellent.