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.
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James Pearce-Smith
St John’s Chambers
'James is considered in his approach and gives pragmatic advice. He explains complex legal issues clearly and in a way that clients can understand. He is also a good advocate, calm under pressure with a pragmatic and sensible approach.'
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Oliver Wooding
St John’s Chambers
'Oliver is strong and confident on his feet. He is detail-orientated and quickly builds a rapport with clients.'
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William Batstone
Guildhall Chambers
'William is a go-to counsel for all agriculture issues. He is a genius, client-friendly and provides very timely advice.'
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Adam Boyle
St John’s Chambers
'Adam is very thorough, knowledgeable and excellent in client conferences. He is readily available for further advice and is an excellent advocate.'
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Christopher Jones
St John’s Chambers
'Christopher is an excellent advocate and good at cross-examination.'
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Robert Weatherley
3PB
Rising stars
Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.