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.

1
Brian Kennelly KC
Blackstone Chambers
‘Brian has an excellent bedside manner.’
1
Maya Lester KC
Brick Court Chambers
‘Maya's reputation is second to none. She commands respect from peers, judges and administrative decision-makers in the UK and EU. She is also a highly innovative and strategic lawyer. On her feet, she is calm but commanding.’
2
Rachel Barnes KC
Three Raymond Buildings
‘Her knowledge of sanctions law and regulations is incredible. She is a true asset on any complex case she is instructed on.’
2
Hodge Malek KC
3 Verulam Buildings
2
Fergus Randolph KC
Brick Court Chambers
'Fergus is incredibly intelligent and at the same time pragmatic, always taking into account the commercial context and keeping the end objective in mind. He is extremely accommodating in relation to timing pressures and very responsive. He is a great pleasure to work with.'
2
Clare Sibson KC
Fountain Court Chambers
A crystal-clear thinker.'
2
Jim Sturman KC
2 Bedford Row
the most recent legislation and developments, which is very important in the current highly volatile environment.’

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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Jason Pobjoy KC
Blackstone Chambers
‘Jason is a go-to counsel for knotty sanctions questions. He approaches matters with clarity and precision and gets straight to the heart of the issue. In an area that often requires equivocality, he is able to get off the fence and provide definitive answers.’