Ross Fentem
Enterprise ChambersCommercial litigation
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.
William Hopkin
New Square Chambers ‘William is an outstanding intellect and always has his eye on what will put the client in the most advantageous strategic position when he is advising on a case. He is able to speak to, and put at ease, clients at every level of industry and professional status, and is simply able to relate to them. He handles the most aggressive of opponents with ease and can diffuse conflict.'
Jay Jagasia
Guildhall Chambers‘Jay is an all round impressive barrister. His written work is very impressive and he gives pragmatic advice to instructing solicitors and lay clients. Jay is a very strong and compelling advocate.’
Neil Levy
Enterprise Chambers ‘Neil has a fantastic knowledge of banking and finance disputes, in particularly acting for banks. He is pragmatic, always available and extremely helpful. The quality of his drafting is top drawer and he is a brilliant advocate. Neil has represented clients in the High Court with tremendous success.’
Lucy Walker
Guildhall ChambersJames Wibberley
Guildhall Chambers‘James is extremely bright and hard-working, while also being great with clients - he is the full package. James is responsive and happy to roll his sleeves up to get to the heart of a dispute. He is very good on his feet, calm and persuasive.'
Adam Griffiths
Queen Square Chambers‘Adam is extremely user friendly and has a brilliant ability to connect with clients and break down complex areas of law. He is able to take a practical approach to litigation and provides open and honest advice. Adam is confident and persuasive in his advocacy and is highly recommended.’
Charlie Newington-Bridges
St John’s Chambers ‘Charlie is very calm and gives good, commercial advice. He is liked by clients, very well prepared for court hearings and an excellent advocate who thinks on his feet.’
James Pearce-Smith
St John’s Chambers 'James is client friendly as well as very capable of dealing with complex areas of law and putting them together in a compelling argument to the court.'
Stefan Ramel
Guildhall Chambers‘Stefan is formidable in court especially when undertaking cross-examination. He has a keen eye for detail and is able to reach the nub of any issue quickly. He is good with the clients and quickly gives them confidence that he is the right man for the job.'
Alexander Whatley
3PB ‘Alexander is a user-friendly barrister who is able to deal with a range of matters. He is capable in conference, and delivers advice in a way which clients find easy to understand.'
John Churchill
Guildhall Chambers ‘John’s written work and judgement is fantastic. He can see around corners. He is also a tenacious advocate in court who clients can depend on.’
Christopher Edwards
3PB ‘Chris’ intelligence enables him to grapple with the trickiest issues, but he is then able to explain his findings in a way that makes complex matters simple for the client.’
Christopher Jones
St John’s ChambersOliver Manley
Guildhall Chambers 'Oliver's advice manages to have sufficient breadth to demonstrate a clear understanding of the issues, whilst also being able to provide it in such a way that a lay client can easily understand the advice.'
Richard Ascroft
Guildhall Chambers‘Richard is very quick to grasp key legal and factual points and relates very well to clients in stressful situations. He has a clear written and oral communication style which goes down very well with judges. His work is always first rate and he has a very strong intellect.’
John Dickinson
St John’s Chambers 'John is very bright. He is well organised and calm and very good with clients. His written work is very clear and of a high standard. John is also swift to respond and engage and is very user friendly.'
Natasha Dzameh
St John’s Chambers 'Natasha is super, super bright and a brilliant advocate. She is astute, thorough, and on top of the detail. Natasha is an asset to have on your side.'
James Hannant
Guildhall Chambers ‘Jamie is measured, confident and intelligent, and understands that preparation is key to success. He is capable on paper and an accomplished advocate. Jamie is also able to gain the confidence of clients who are in a crisis.'
Andrew Marsden
Commercial ChambersJason Nickless
Pump Court ChambersJohn Virgo
Guildhall ChambersRichard Whitehouse
3PB ‘Richard has a very analytical mindset. He is particularly good at picking up things and strategies that would usually be overlooked. He has a keen eye for detail and can provide comprehensive advice not only from a legal perspective but a commercial perspective that is particular to each of his clients objectives.’
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.
Jack Pankhurst
St John’s Chambers ‘Jack is an absolutely standout barrister who conducts himself in a way that far exceeds his year of call. He is pro-active, thorough, and incredibly detail-oriented. Clients appreciate his detailed, yet pragmatic, advice and his robust drafting. The quality of Jack’s work is exceptional.’