Kings Chambers ‘is a go-to choice for commercial litigation matters’. Its member have national client bases, including major institutions, private sector businesses, and high-net-worth individuals. Andrew Grantham KC has a wide-ranging practice, and he handles claims involving business and share sales, the sale and carriage of goods, commercial fraud, and restrictive covenants and confidential information. In Northamber Plc v Interactive Education Solutions Ltd, Mark Harper KC is representing a business in resisting a claim that it breached an exclusive supply agreement, causing alleged losses of £2m. The set is also home to Aidan Reay, who frequently appears in the High Court and County Court, Kelly Pennifer, who is strong on civil fraud and contractual disputes, and Neil Berragan, who is regularly before the specialist business and property courts. Martin Budworth acted for the claimant in Oakwell v BFC Investment Company, which concerns a claim for several million due to unpaid consideration from the sale of Barnsley FC to Chinese-American investors. Ben Harding is another active member of the set with a growing volume of trial and injunctive work.
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Kings Chambers
Testimonials
‘Harry Young is a good clerk to deal with.’
‘They are responsive and commercial. Harry Young and Gary Young put the relationships with firms and clients first. They are great to work with and provide an all-round great service. You can always rely upon Kings.’
‘Harry Young and Paul Clarke stand out as the best.’
‘Gary Young remains an excellent and reliable clerk.’
‘The service of the clerks at Kings Chambers is excellent.’
‘The benefit of Kings Chambers is that they offer specialists in fields often not seen outside of the London Circuit.’
‘Kings Chambers is a go-to choice for commercial litigation matters, regardless of the location of the client or the court. Chambers also offer regular online training sessions across a broad spectrum of legal issues and principles, including shorter sessions focused on fundamental legal principles and practical tips.’
‘Excellent chambers with quality counsel.’
Exchange Chambers
At Exchange Chambers, ‘the depth of quality in its commercial team is one of the strongest in the region, if not the strongest’. The members handle a wide range of commercial litigation cases, including competition and banking matters. Giles Maynard-Connor KC handles corporate fraud cases, and experienced commercial litigator Lawrence McDonald acts in cases regarding contractual disputes for individual, companies, office holders, and public bodies. Stephen Connolly is also skilled in contentious contractual matters, and Carly Sandbach has represented parties in all levels of court up to the Court of Appeal, and her clients are broad-ranging, encompassing banks, multinationals, small businesses, professional services firms, and private individuals. Guy Vickers represented the claimant in Stonegate LLP v Pritchard, a case regarding misuse of confidential information by a former employee.
Testimonials
‘Joe Mawson and Tom Gornall are very responsive, very efficient, and very personable.’
‘Joe Mawson is an exceptional clerk and central to Chambers’ success. He goes above and beyond on every occasion and makes booking, instructing counsel, and billing, along with everything else in between, a pleasure.’
‘First-class service. The clerks are quick to respond and solution focussed. They also don’t overclerk their barristers so that they become too busy. Nick Buckley stands out; he is well-connected and always available.’
‘Joe Mawson is excellent. Always available and regularly goes above and beyond.’
‘Joe Mawson is highly efficient and manages a team of impressive clerks. He is particularly excellent at selecting the right barrister for the right matter.’
‘Exchange Chambers is a strong regional set. The depth of quality in its commercial team is one of the strongest in the region, if not the strongest, and it has a good bench of extremely capable counsel.’
‘The best set in the North-West with strong depth of experience.’
‘Exchange Chambers are certainly a go-to set for commercial work. They are commercially minded, client focussed, and work hand in hand with solicitors to achieve a good result.’
18 St John Street Chambers
The commercial litigation team at 18 St John Street Chambers houses Richard Chapman KC, who is head of chambers and also chair of the Northern Circuit Commercial Bar Association. He represented the claimant in RSW International Ltd v Purple Surgical Ltd, which concerned a claim for approximately £8m for a breach of contract regarding the supply of personal protective equipment. David Hoffman specialises in business and property litigation, and he is strong in contractual disputes in the High Court and County Courts.
Testimonials
‘James Parks and Ryan Pugh provide an excellent service. They are friendly and always at hand, and there is never a problem too big.’
‘Katie Brown is excellent.’
‘The business and property clerks are fantastic with particular praise reserved for Katie Brown and Ryan Pugh. The recent introduction of James Parks as head clerk has improved the already exceptional service level the clerks provide.’
‘The clerks are available and respond promptly. Katie Brown is particularly strong in communication and service.’
‘A fantastic, friendly, and knowledgeable set.’
St John's Buildings
The members at St John’s Buildings have expertise in handling contractual disputes. The set houses Pépin Aslett, who has a thriving practice in multi-party claims, as well as banking and financial services litigation. Daniel Metcalfe regularly appears in the High Court, and he recently represented the claimant in Sale Property Consultants Ltd v JD Sports Plc, a claim for a loss of profit of £350,000.
Testimonials
‘Chris Shaw is an excellent clerk who is responsive, easy to deal with, and commercial.’
‘Rob Lang, Chis Shaw, and Gemma Eachus are wonderful and fair clerks.’
‘The chambers has an excellent offering.’
Kings Chambers
Testimonials
‘Harry Young is a good clerk to deal with.’
‘They are responsive and commercial. Harry Young and Gary Young put the relationships with firms and clients first. They are great to work with and provide an all-round great service. You can always rely upon Kings.’
‘Harry Young and Paul Clarke stand out as the best.’
‘Gary Young remains an excellent and reliable clerk.’
‘The service of the clerks at Kings Chambers is excellent.’
‘The benefit of Kings Chambers is that they offer specialists in fields often not seen outside of the London Circuit.’
‘Kings Chambers is a go-to choice for commercial litigation matters, regardless of the location of the client or the court. Chambers also offer regular online training sessions across a broad spectrum of legal issues and principles, including shorter sessions focused on fundamental legal principles and practical tips.’
‘Excellent chambers with quality counsel.’
Exchange Chambers
At Exchange Chambers, ‘the depth of quality in its commercial team is one of the strongest in the region, if not the strongest’. The members handle a wide range of commercial litigation cases, including competition and banking matters. Giles Maynard-Connor KC handles corporate fraud cases, and experienced commercial litigator Lawrence McDonald acts in cases regarding contractual disputes for individual, companies, office holders, and public bodies. Stephen Connolly is also skilled in contentious contractual matters, and Carly Sandbach has represented parties in all levels of court up to the Court of Appeal, and her clients are broad-ranging, encompassing banks, multinationals, small businesses, professional services firms, and private individuals. Guy Vickers represented the claimant in Stonegate LLP v Pritchard, a case regarding misuse of confidential information by a former employee.
Testimonials
‘Joe Mawson and Tom Gornall are very responsive, very efficient, and very personable.’
‘Joe Mawson is an exceptional clerk and central to Chambers’ success. He goes above and beyond on every occasion and makes booking, instructing counsel, and billing, along with everything else in between, a pleasure.’
‘First-class service. The clerks are quick to respond and solution focussed. They also don’t overclerk their barristers so that they become too busy. Nick Buckley stands out; he is well-connected and always available.’
‘Joe Mawson is excellent. Always available and regularly goes above and beyond.’
‘Joe Mawson is highly efficient and manages a team of impressive clerks. He is particularly excellent at selecting the right barrister for the right matter.’
‘Exchange Chambers is a strong regional set. The depth of quality in its commercial team is one of the strongest in the region, if not the strongest, and it has a good bench of extremely capable counsel.’
‘The best set in the North-West with strong depth of experience.’
‘Exchange Chambers are certainly a go-to set for commercial work. They are commercially minded, client focussed, and work hand in hand with solicitors to achieve a good result.’
18 St John Street Chambers
The commercial litigation team at 18 St John Street Chambers houses Richard Chapman KC, who is head of chambers and also chair of the Northern Circuit Commercial Bar Association. He represented the claimant in RSW International Ltd v Purple Surgical Ltd, which concerned a claim for approximately £8m for a breach of contract regarding the supply of personal protective equipment. David Hoffman specialises in business and property litigation, and he is strong in contractual disputes in the High Court and County Courts.
Testimonials
‘James Parks and Ryan Pugh provide an excellent service. They are friendly and always at hand, and there is never a problem too big.’
‘Katie Brown is excellent.’
‘The business and property clerks are fantastic with particular praise reserved for Katie Brown and Ryan Pugh. The recent introduction of James Parks as head clerk has improved the already exceptional service level the clerks provide.’
‘The clerks are available and respond promptly. Katie Brown is particularly strong in communication and service.’
‘A fantastic, friendly, and knowledgeable set.’
St John's Buildings
The members at St John’s Buildings have expertise in handling contractual disputes. The set houses Pépin Aslett, who has a thriving practice in multi-party claims, as well as banking and financial services litigation. Daniel Metcalfe regularly appears in the High Court, and he recently represented the claimant in Sale Property Consultants Ltd v JD Sports Plc, a claim for a loss of profit of £350,000.
Testimonials
‘Chris Shaw is an excellent clerk who is responsive, easy to deal with, and commercial.’
‘Rob Lang, Chis Shaw, and Gemma Eachus are wonderful and fair clerks.’
‘The chambers has an excellent offering.’