James Pearce-Smith
St John’s Chambers‘James provides clear and concise advice to clients, delivered in a way they can follow and understand. In court he focusses on the key issues and does not stray off course.'
Agriculture
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Oliver Wooding
St John’s Chambers‘Oliver knows the law and offers practical and pragmatic advice. He is good with clients and feels like a safe pair of hands.'
William Batstone
Guildhall Chambers ‘William is very thorough but is also quick to identify potential rabbit holes to avoid that other barristers could get lost down. He is acutely aware of the commerciality of a particular case and will ensure that the client is alive to that. He is a tenacious advocate who can, when the need arises, adopt a more robust approach to cross-examination. William is quick on his feet and able to adapt quickly and seamlessly.’
Adam Boyle
St John’s Chambers ‘Adam is an excellent advocate; always composed and well prepared. Adam's presence in a courtroom is recognisably profound and his understanding of the law is exceptional. His written advice is always clear, concise and well thought out. His negotiation skills are also top tier and his ability to think on his feet is impressive. Adam is extremely client-friendly and he is always compassionate and logical in his advice.'
James Fuller
Guildhall Chambers ‘James is clear, comprehensive, and well informed. His advice shows a great deal of knowledge.’
Christopher Jones
St John’s Chambers ‘Chris is an all-rounder and has a formidable presence in court. His approach and advice is practical and sensible, but he is entirely adept at dealing with points of knotty detail.'
Robert Weatherley
3PB 'Robert's knowledge of the law is encyclopaedic. He perfectly navigates particularly complex points of fact and law. Robert is able to think on his feet and always come up with a commercial resolution.'