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.

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Hamish Dunlop
3PB
He has an amazing logical approach, enabling him to break down the most complex of issues. He is excellent in court.'
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Mark Lomas
3PB
Mark is a fantastic clinical negligence barrister. He is a fearsome advocate who always presses arguments forward in the best manner.'
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Robert Mills
1 Crown Office Row
A technically gifted and strategically very helpful barrister.'
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Justin Valentine
St John’s Chambers
Justin clearly has a very high intellect and a calm manner about him which clients like. He brings clarity to complex issues and claims.'
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Sophie Holme
Guildhall Chambers
Her advocacy combines forcefulness with attention to detail. She is considered and methodical.'
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Martin Lanchester
Guildhall Chambers
Martin has a remarkable eye for detail on complex cases. His experience makes him a completely reliable pair of hands. His inherent sense for strategy, balanced with his commitment to achieving the absolute best for his clients, make him a formidable asset to any client and wider legal team, particularly on complicated matters.'
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Kriti Upadhyay
Guildhall Chambers
A junior who demonstrates superb client care skills.'
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Marcus Coates-Walker
1 Crown Office Row
Marcus is a delight to work with. His knowledge and technical skill is complemented by his emotional intelligence and approachability.'
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Lauren Karmel
St John’s Chambers
Lauren is superb. She fights for her client and asks all the right questions.’
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Duncan McNair
3PB
Duncan is a brilliant trial advocate who builds good rapport with clients.'
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Naomi Rees
Old Square Chambers
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James Bentley
Guildhall Chambers
James is an exceptional advocate. He is clear, concise and calm under pressure. He is incredibly intelligent and can break down even the most complex case into very straightforward information.'
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Philip Hughes
Guildhall Chambers
A conscientious barrister who always gives succinct and clear advice. An assiduous advocate.'
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Joanna Lewis
Queen Square Chambers
She is thorough in her preparation for cases, and is particularly sympathetic in relation to sensitive matters.'  
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James Marwick
St John’s Chambers
He is very personable and efficient. He is extremely good with the clients in very emotionally challenging situations.'
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Gemma Ralph
3PB
A steadfast junior who is analytical and precise.'
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Rachel Segal
St John’s Chambers
Rachel is methodical, diligent and meticulous in her approach with excellent attention to detail. She puts clients and witnesses at ease, is honest and clear with her advice, and leaves no stone unturned. As an advocate, Rachel is fearless and robust.'
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Abigail Stamp
Deka Chambers
A junior with a meticulous eye and in-depth medical knowledge.'

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.

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Beatrice Baskett
St John’s Chambers
Beatrice is an outstanding junior counsel who would be an asset to any legal team. She is a skilled advocate with talents far beyond her year of call.’