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London Bar > Professional negligence Tier 2

Atkin Chambers continues to be a go-to set for professional negligence within the construction sector. Members of chambers have extensive experience advising and representing clients in cases alleging professional negligence against architects, building contractors, and surveyors. Katie Powell and Max Twivy are involved in the high-profile construction case Shepherd Construction v Kingspan and Others, in which they are instructed on behalf of one of the defendants, Leach Rhodes Walker LLP - the case concerns the cladding installed on a mixed-use development in Colindale - Dominique Rawley KC and Peter Land are are among many other members who have also been involved in cases concerning cladding. Camille Slow KC and Jennifer Jones KC took silk in March 2024. Slow KC is experienced with navigating complex claims involving multiple parties, while Jones KC is ‘a very talented barrister’ who regularly handles fire protection cases.

2024 Silks

Camille Slow KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Camille is user-friendly. She is willing to work as part of the team to deliver the best results.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Jennifer Jones –Atkin Chambers ‘Jennifer is clearly a very talented barrister. She is intelligent, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Camille Slow KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Camille is user-friendly and works well as part of the team.’
Jennifer Jones KC –Atkin Chambers ‘She is very personable with clients. She is thorough in drafting with a good understanding of strategy and the wider picture.’

Leading Silks

Ranked: Tier 1
David Streatfeild-James KC –Atkin Chambers ‘David is an exceptionally clever and hardworking KC. He’s a genuine leader in his field.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Dominique Rawley KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Dominique is incredibly bright and has a wonderful way with words. She is highly persuasive in her advocacy and thoroughly impressive.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Simon Lofthouse KC –Atkin Chambers ‘He is bright and hardworking.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Manus McMullan KC –Atkin Chambers ‘He is highly talented as an advocate. He is very impressive while cross examining. He is very quick to understand most complex disputes and develop strategies.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Stephanie Barwise KC –Atkin Chambers ‘She has an ability to assess an enormous amount of technical detail as well as navigate complex legal issues.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Serena Cheng KC –Atkin Chambers ‘She has excellent drafting and advocacy skills. She’s also excellent with clients.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Rupert Choat KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Rupert is a great advocate who is always fully prepared.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Ranked: Tier 4
Martin Bowdery KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Martin is a superb advocate. He’s charming yet effective.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Steven Walker KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Steven is an outstanding advocate. He is calm and able to think on his feet. He's a pleasure to work with.’
Ranked: Tier 4

Leading Juniors

Ranked: Tier 2
Rónán Hanna – Atkin Chambers ‘Ronan's ability to understand incredibly complex legal and technical issues in a short space of time is an asset.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Omar Eljadi –Atkin Chambers ‘Omar is easy to work with and responsive to those instructing him.  He is patient and conscientious in his work.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 4
Marc Lixenberg –Atkin Chambers ‘His knowledge of the issues in dispute are exceptional. Marc's technical ability is akin to experts in the field.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Edmund Neuberger –Atkin Chambers ‘Edmund is easy to work with and extremely responsive. He adopts a hands-on approach and simplifies the entire process for those working with him.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Ranked: Tier 5
Lucie Briggs –Atkin Chambers ‘Lucie is a formidable advocate with a unique grasp of complex legal and technical issues. She is a delight to work with.’
Ranked: Tier 5
Ranked: Tier 6
Ranked: Tier 6

Testimonials

‘‘Rob Bryant is very client friendly and helpful.’

‘Andy Burrows, Justin Wilson and David Barnes are a formidable clerking team at the top of their game.’

‘Matthew Ashman is outstanding.’

‘Atkin Chambers are the pre-eminent set for construction professional negligence matters.’

‘Atkin Chambers is a leading barrister chambers for construction disputes. They have a fantastic range of skilled barristers with a variety of experience.’

‘A great set with a very strong set of advocates.’

‘The clerks have been very helpful and responsive.’

‘The service provided by Atkin Chambers is top-notch. The clerks are more than helpful.’

Work highlights

London Bar > International arbitration: counsel Tier 2

Atkin Chambers is praised as a 'premier set' dealing with complex cross-border disputes involving parties from multiple jurisdictions’, and the set stands out for its expertise in engineering and construction-related arbitrations. Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC has a significant following in Asia and the Middle East, often working with Samar Abbas Kazmi. Stephen Dennison KC has recently acted in arbitrations related to energy infrastructure, while Camille Slow KC, who was made Silk in 2024, is active in major projects in the GCC region.

2024 Silks

Camille Slow KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Camille is very approachable and easy to work with. A great team player. Excellent with clients – very reassuring and clear. Good on technical detail. Able to see all the arguments and present them in a clear and persuasive way. Excellent advocate.’
Ranked: Tier 0
Camille Slow  KC– Atkin Chambers ‘Camille has a strong attention to detail, is extremely responsiveness and technically very sharp.’

Leading Silks

Ranked: Tier 1
Manus McMullan KC –Atkin Chambers ‘No doubt Manus is top-notch and one of the very best in the field of oral advocacy, especially in complex high value disputes in the field of construction and engineering. His cross-examination is simply first-rate, excellent and truly outstanding.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 1
Stephen Dennison KC –Atkin Chambers 'Fantastic advocate; great with clients; good at getting to the heart of a case.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC – Atkin Chambers 'She is an absolute star as an advocate in international arbitrations. She knows how to handle international arbitral tribunals and has a deep appreciation of how to put a client's case to them.'
Ranked: Tier 2
James Howells KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Always calm and easily creates a rapport with the tribunal. He is able to easily and fluently change tack or approach as matters develop in the course of a trial. He is able to master foreign legal concepts quickly and debate these concepts with senior tribunal members who are well versed in the foreign law in question.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Andrew Goddard KC –Atkin Chambers 'Andrew is one of the leading construction silks. He always rolls his sleeves up and gets into the detail.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Riaz Hussain KC –Atkin Chambers 'Riaz is a leading silk.  He quickly gets on top of the issues and his oral advocacy is excellent.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Simon Lofthouse KC –Atkin Chambers ‘There are no weaknesses. He is simply better prepared than all his opponents and he has been up against the very best. He outworks them, and then he’s like the four horsemen of the apocalypse, but more courteous.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Rupert Choat KC –Atkin Chambers 'Rupert is a brilliant lawyer, who knows how to integrate another counsel team and bring a real input. He is a great strategist and is amazing in cross examination. He is a real expert in construction law.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Serena Cheng KC –Atkin Chambers 'Excellent attention to detail, very strong advocacy, presents clear advice, willing to deliver difficult messages.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Ranked: Tier 4
Mark Chennells KC – Atkin Chambers 'Mark is very diligent and prepares his cases thoroughly. He masters the detail in each matter. He is also excellent in writing and brilliant as an advocate.'
Ranked: Tier 4

Leading Juniors

Andrew Fenn –Atkin Chambers 'Extremely client friendly. First class written advocacy based on mastering of the factual and technical case. The first draft from Andrew rarely requires amendment. Assured and compelling oral advocacy that rivals barristers that are many years his senior.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Samar Abbas Kazmi –Atkin Chambers 'Robust and succinct. Cuts to the heart of matters quickly and is a pleasure to work with.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Zulfikar Khayum –Atkin Chambers 'Zulf is hardworking, clever and detailed with his cross-examination.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Lucie Briggs – Atkin Chambers ‘Very well-liked and effective member of the team. Her cross-examination is very thoroughly prepared, forensically focused and highly effective.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Shourav Lahiri – Atkin Chambers 'Attention to detail, in-depth review. His cross-examination of expert witnesses is a sight to behold.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Mathias Cheung – Atkin Chambers ‘Diligent, efficient, and adaptive.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Omar Eljadi – Atkin Chambers ‘Omar’s strengths include his deep expertise in construction matters, impressive fact-finding skills and strong attention to details. He has distinguished experience in handling construction disputes.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Simon Crawshaw –Atkin Chambers 'Simon possesses a remarkable ability to grasp complex legal issues swiftly and effectively. His analytical skills are exceptional, enabling him to dissect intricate legal as well as technical matters with precision. Additionally, his strong communication skills, both written and oral, greatly contribute to his effectiveness in presenting arguments persuasively.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Edmund Neuberger – Atkin Chambers ‘Incisive, fair and incredibly polished. An excellent barrister.’
Ranked: Tier 3

Testimonials

‘Andrew Burrows is very proactive and a pleasure to work with. David Barns is similarly talented individual. It is clear that Atkin Chambers have recruited high caliber clerks to work with their high caliber barristers.’

‘The service provided by Atkin Chambers is top notch.  The clerks are more than helpful and Rick Bulaitis in particular is the first to help in any way possible.’

‘Very helpful, commercial and approachable clerks. Andrew Burrows and Freddie Buckle particularly helpful.’

‘The clerks provide a good service.  Justin Wilson, Andrew Burrows and Rob Bryant are particularly responsive and helpful.’

‘Atkin is the best construction set in the business.’

‘In terms of international work, Atkin Chambers is a “premier set” dealing with complex cross-border disputes involving parties from multiple jurisdictions. These disputes are often commercially and/or politically sensitive.’

‘Atkin chambers have many experienced construction barristers. They have deep construction law experience.’

‘Excellent offering in terms of expertise in construction disputes.’

Work highlights

London Bar > Energy Tier 2

Atkin Chambers is 'an excellent set for construction and energy', and garners praise for its 'excellent offering in terms of expertise in construction disputes'. The team's recent workload includes advising on solar, wind, hydro and biofuel projects and nuclear power matters, and the group is adept at representing local and national governments and energy majors in upstream and downstream oil and gas projects. Among the silks, Stephen Dennison KC is a go-to counsel and arbitrator in prominent energy disputes, and Andrew White KC is particularly well known for advising on cases concerning the design and construction of on-shore and off-shore installations including oil rigs, pipelines and FPSO units. Simon Crawshaw recently advised on a claim arising from the termination of a contract for the supply of Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF).

Leading Silks

Stephen Dennison KC –Atkin Chambers ‘A fantastic advocate who is great with clients and good at getting to the heart of a case.’
Ranked: Tier 1
David Streatfeild-James KC –Atkin Chambers ‘An excellent advocate who is very learned, and great at thinking outside the box.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Andrew White KC –Atkin Chambers ‘A phenomenal advocate whose experience shines through. He remains calm under pressure and sees the bigger picture.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Stuart Catchpole KC  –Atkin Chambers ‘Stuart’s meticulous attention to detail, impeccable command of evidence and incisive cross-examination make him a force to be reckoned with.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC –Atkin Chambers ‘She is a top-drawer construction law KC, who knows how to handle tribunals and has a fantastic manner with clients.’
Ranked: Tier 2
James Howells KC –Atkin Chambers ‘James is extremely calm under pressure and always seems to have a solution to even the most intractable of problems.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Nicholas Dennys KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Lying behind his relaxed style is a razor-sharp mind and a wealth of experience.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Simon Lofthouse KC – Atkin Chambers ‘His preparation is intense, and he picks forensic lines to take.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Manus McMullan KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Incredibly intelligent, quick and creative, Manus is a dauntless and deft advocate.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Dominique Rawley KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Razor-sharp on the law with a very good sense of what works in practice.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Steven Walker KC – Atkin Chambers ‘An excellent leader, commercial strategist and team player.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Serena Cheng KC –Atkin Chambers ‘She is superb: incredibly bright, astute, commercial, calm, clear, confident in her opinion, and a pleasure to work with.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Mark Chennells KC – Atkin Chambers ‘A consummate all-rounder.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Christopher Lewis KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Technically outstanding and very user-friendly.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Fiona Parkin KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Very hardworking, determined, and great fun to work with, her amenable manner makes dealing with difficult cases a little easier.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Rupert Choat KC – Atkin Chambers ‘A silk who thinks outside the box.’
Ranked: Tier 4

Leading Juniors

Simon Crawshaw – Atkin Chambers ‘He possesses a remarkable ability to grasp complex legal issues swiftly and effectively, and his analytical skills are exceptional.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Shourav Lahiri – Atkin Chambers ‘Shourav shows in-depth attention to detail, and his advocacy is emphatic yet measured.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Samar Abbas Kazmi – Atkin Chambers ‘Very sharp and strategically minded, Samar is robust when needed and extremely responsive.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Patrick Clarke – Atkin Chambers ‘A junior who demonstrates a good handle on a long and detailed factual case history involving complex technical data. He is unafraid of being firm with clients.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Mathias Cheung – Atkin Chambers ‘Mathias is a very bright, able and personable advocate.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Nicholas Collings –Atkin Chambers ‘His advice is clear and concise, his drafting powerfully persuasive, and his grasp of technical issues first-class.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Mischa Balen – Atkin Chambers ‘Mischa provides persuasive arguments in a succinct but comprehensive manner.’
Ranked: Tier 4

Lauren Adams – Atkin Chambers ‘She is miles ahead of her level of call, very client-friendly and open to discussion about how to progress a case.’

Ranked: Tier 4

Testimonials

‘David Barnes is a brilliant CEO and he is very ably assisted by Justin Wilson and Andy Burrows. They are all very professional.’

‘David Barnes is very effective.’

‘Rob Bryant is great.’

‘Excellent clerks room, very responsive and good to deal with.’

‘Clerks are very approachable, professional and responsive.’

‘The clerks are helpful and accommodating.’

‘A deep set with a number of extremely capable advocates.’

London Bar > International arbitration: arbitrators Tier 2

Lauded as ‘the leading set for construction disputes’ Atkin Chambers full and part-time arbitrators are appointed on major energy, powerplant construction, infrastructure and mining disputes in seats across the globe. In April 2023 the previous Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Australia, the Hon James Allsop AC joined the chambers and was shortly thereafter appointed as an International Judge of the Singapore International Commercial Court. Doug Jones, Sir Robert Akenhead and Frances Kirkham are also full-time arbitrators, with the latter having recently been active in arbitrations concerning infrastructure projects in the Middle East.

Leading arbitrators

Doug Jones –Atkin Chambers 'Doug is one of the finest arbitrators practising today. He is also extremely busy and very much in demand. His capacity for hard work is absolutely phenomenal. He is one of the pre-eminent construction arbitrators practising today.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Sir Robert Akenhead –Atkin Chambers 'Sir Robert's knowledge of construction law and practice is second to none. He is very hard-working, always fully on top of the detail and fearsomely well-prepared. He has a sure touch when analysing the evidence and a wealth of experience in assessing witness and expert evidence. He is always ready with a key question or observation. Nothing passes him by.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Frances Kirkham CBE – Atkin Chambers ‘Frances has a very good brain; her legal analysis is first-class. She is hard working and easy to work with.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Hon James Allsop AC – Atkin Chambers ‘A brilliant mind and a superb administrator.’
Ranked: Tier 2

Leading counsel as arbitrators

Andrew White KC –Atkin Chambers 'Andrew is simply one of the best presiding arbitrators.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Stuart Catchpole KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Stuart is an excellent chair. He is industrious and very user friendly both with his co-arbitrators and with the parties. The parties will always have a fair hearing. His contribution to the awards is always excellent. He is a very well respected and intelligent construction lawyer.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Jonathan Acton Davis KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Pragmatic, easy to work with and intellectual.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2

Testimonials

‘Justin Wilson bears particular mention. Great service. Organised, responsive, straightforward, helpful and fully immersed in and aware of his market.’

‘David Barnes is still the gold standard. Top class service. Has strong relationships with many law firms in Asia.’

‘The clerks are superb; David Barnes is the current doyen of London clerks.’

‘David Barnes is a leader among clerks at the English and Welsh Bar.’

‘Atkin Chambers is the leading set for construction disputes and counts many leading construction arbitrators as arbitrators.’

‘As a whole the set is one of the strongest in the world for construction and infrastructure.’

‘Both as advocates and arbitrators the members of Atkin Chambers are of the highest quality.’

‘The quality of advocates and arbitrators at Atkin Chambers is of the very highest standard. There are absolutely no weak links.’

Work highlights

London Bar > Construction Tier 1

With ‘unrivalled experience in construction and engineering matters’, Atkin Chambers boasts ‘deep bench strength’, and continues to handle major international projects and domestic infrastructure and fire safety matters. In the international arena, Christopher Lewis KC and Manus McMullan KC continue to represent the Panama Canal Authority in disputes arising from the Third Set of Locks project. In addition to the set’s experience in international arbitration, Andrew Fenn   is currently acting for the claimant in Carillion plc v KPMG LLP & Anor, a large audit negligence case concerning the collapse of the construction contractor. On the domestic side, Dominique Rawley KC, Simon Lofthouse KC, and Jennifer Jones KC are instructed on a high-value structural defects claim in the healthcare sector, while Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC is leading on Sheffield Teaching Hospital Foundation Trust v Hadfield Healthcare Partnership Limited, a multimillion PFI dispute relating to fire safety in a hospital. Stephanie Barwise KC and Dalton Hale continued to represent a group of core participants in the Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry. Camille Slow KC took silk in March 2024.

2024 Silks

Ranked: Tier 0
Ranked: Tier 0
Camille Slow KC– Atkin Chambers ‘Camille is a clever advocate. She is phenomenally good with technical expert evidence. Her cross examination style is focused.' 
Jennifer Jones KC– Atkin Chambers ‘Excellent advice and drafting skills.’ 

Rising stars

Arthur Graham-Dixon – Atkin Chambers ‘Arthur is an exceptional construction junior. His ability to synthesise a significant factual record in a short timeframe, provide accurate and commercially informed advice, and to produce very high quality written work, is impressive.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Max Twivy – Atkin Chambers 'Max is extremely detailed, sharp and engaged. He is responsive and is very pleasant to work with. Certainly a name to watch for the future.'
Ranked: Tier 1

Leading Silks

Simon Lofthouse KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Simon is a witness demolition specialist. He does that because he is more prepared than they are and slowly but surely crucifies them on the details.' 
Ranked: Tier 1
David Streatfeild-James KC – Atkin Chambers ‘David is very bright and great at thinking out of the box. Excellent advocate.’ 
Ranked: Tier 1
Andrew White KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Andrew is a phenomenal advocate and his experience shines through. He remains calm under pressure and sees through the vast detail to grasp the points that matter.' 
Ranked: Tier 1
Manus McMullan KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Manus has a brilliant mind, puts the dots together in complex matters, and brings unclarities to light in cross-examinations.' 
Ranked: Tier 1
Stephanie Barwise KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Stephanie’s written advice is very clear. She is very detailed and authoritative. She never lets you down.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Stuart Catchpole KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Stuart is flawless. His meticulous attention to detail, impeccable command of the evidence, and incisive cross examination makes him a force to be reckoned with.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC – Atkin Chambers 'An outstanding silk: calm and authoritative. A really top performer.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Riaz Hussain KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Riaz is a superb advocate especially in cross examination of both lay and expert witnesses. He is always extremely well prepared and demonstrates a great rapport with his client and legal team.’ 
Ranked: Tier 2
Dominique Rawley KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Dominique is razor-sharp on the law with a very good sense of what works in practice. Really good at dealing with witnesses to extract the key information.’
Ranked: Tier 2
Steven Walker KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Steven is an outstanding advocate. He is calm, forensic, and able to think on his feet. He prepares well and is able to explain tricky concepts and evidential points in a way that lands well with clients! He is a pleasure to work with.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Stephen Dennison KC –Atkin Chambers ‘Stephen is a fantastic advocate who is great with clients and good at getting to the heart of a case.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Fiona Parkin KC – Atkin Chambers  ‘Fiona is a very hard worker and very determined.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Jonathan Acton Davis KC – Atkin Chambers 'Jonathan is a powerhouse of a senior advocate who was excellent in setting the tone, and working very well with the solicitor and expert teams.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Ranked: Tier 3
Andrew Goddard KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Andrew is very responsive and is able to provide well-thought-out advice to suit client's legal and commercial needs in an expedient manner. He is a skillful advocate whose submissions are succinct and to the point.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Martin Bowdery KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Martin provides superb analysis. He is very good on his feet and has the ear of the court. Absolutely top notch.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
James Howells KC – Atkin Chambers ‘A superb all rounder. Good to work with and excellent with clients, matched with the legal acumen you would expect from a senior silk.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Rupert Choat KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Rupert is a fantastic advocate. He really gets into the detail of the case early doors and explains and sets out the key legal points in a comprehensive but client friendly manner. His advocacy is thorough and pointed.'
Ranked: Tier 5
Serena Cheng KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Serena is absolutely superb. Measured, incredibly bright, tactical, confident in her opinion but very willing to listen, and excellent with clients. She is a cut above the rest.' 
Ranked: Tier 5
Christopher Lewis KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Christopher is technically outstanding and very user friendly.'
Ranked: Tier 5
Mark Chennells KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Mark is a brilliant all-round KC. He is very hard working and prepares his cases thoroughly and he masters the detail. He is very intelligent and his written submissions are top drawer and he is an excellent advocate. He is also user-friendly and an absolute pleasure to work with.'
Ranked: Tier 5

Leading Juniors

Andrew Fenn – Atkin Chambers ‘Andrew is extremely client friendly. First class written advocacy based on mastering of the factual and technical case. The first draft from Andrew rarely requires amendment. Assured and compelling oral advocacy that rivals barristers that are many years his senior.' 
Ranked: Tier 1
Nicholas Collings – Atkin Chambers ‘Nicholas’ advice is clear and concise and his drafting powerfully persuasive. Nicholas’ grasp of technical issues is first-class.’ 
Ranked: Tier 1
Patrick Clarke – Atkin Chambers ‘Patrick has excellent analytical skills which inform the basis of a solid strategic posture in litigation. Vast technical experience. Committed to being a proactive team player with his sleeves rolled up.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Lucie Briggs – Atkin Chambers ‘Lucie is a superb cross examiner: unflappable and clear thinking.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Robert Clay – Atkin Chambers 'Robert is a very experienced barrister with clear strategic process in his approach to claims.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Shourav Lahiri – Atkin Chambers ‘Incredible work ethic and excellent advocacy skills.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Omar Eljadi –Atkin Chambers ‘Omar's strengths include his deep expertise in construction matters, impressive fact-finding skills and strong attention to details. He has distinguished experience in handling construction disputes. His participation in the legal team as counsel is invaluable.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Mathias Cheung –Atkin Chambers ‘Mathias drafts very well and is good on his feet - an outstanding junior and definitely one to watch.'
Ranked: Tier 3
David Johnson – Atkin Chambers ‘David is excellent technically and strategically and always delivers on time even in very difficult circumstances.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Samar Abbas Kazmi – Atkin Chambers ‘Samar is extremely bright and very quick. He has a laser-like focus on the important points, and expresses himself beautifully. He knows when to press a point in argument and when to yield gracefully. He is an excellent junior.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Katie Powell – Atkin Chambers 'Katie is very responsive and clear and decisive in her advice. She is excellent on the detail, but still able to see the bigger picture.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Rónán Hanna  – Atkin Chambers ‘Rónán is very bright and capable, as well as being user friendly and responsive.’ 
Ranked: Tier 3
Zulfikar Khayum – Atkin Chambers ‘Zulfikar is very responsive, client friendly, and very sharp. He is unfailingly helpful and on top of the matter, as well as very likeable.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Marc Lixenberg – Atkin Chambers ‘Robust, yet polite. Marc is a formidable opponent.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Laura Hussey – Atkin Chambers ‘Laura produces excellent written legal submissions leading to a successful adjudication result. A team player who is a pleasure to work with.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Ryan Turner – Atkin Chambers  'Ryan's attention to detail is second to none and he has a fantastic ability to digest and distil huge amounts of information to produce clear and concise advice and drafting. Very accessible and user friendly. A real pleasure to work with an an invaluable part of the team on a very large and complex matter.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Caroline Greenfield – Atkin Chambers ‘Caroline is an highly analytical and responsive, with excellent attention to detail. Her written work is of a very high standard and she gives robust and clear advice, focusing on the key points.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Mischa Balen – Atkin Chambers ‘He is a brilliant barrister and definitely a go-to junior. His written work is outstanding and he is extremely efficient. A real pleasure to work with.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Simon Crawshaw – Atkin Chambers ‘Simon is very well-versed in planning and construction with quick turnaround times when further instructions are given. He is very proactive and provides detailed advice promptly.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Nicholas Maciolek – Atkin Chambers ‘Nicholas is a very good junior counsel, who is able to process large volumes of information rapidly. He is very proactive, and clearly knows his stuff.' 
Ranked: Tier 4
Edmund Neuberger – Atkin Chambers ‘Edmund is easy to work with and extremely responsive. He adopts a hands on approach and simplifies the entire process for those working with him.' 
Ranked: Tier 4
Christopher Reid – Atkin Chambers ‘Christopher is very bright, good at the detail. Very personable.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Lauren Adams – Atkin Chambers ‘Lauren is exceptional on her feet with complex legal arguments and very much has the ear of the judge. She is at home when pitched against counsel many years her senior, including silks.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Felicity Dynes – Atkin Chambers ‘Felicity is extremely bright, laser focused in her written advice and advocacy, a clever cross-examiner and a delight to work with. A top choice junior barrister.'
Ranked: Tier 4
Dalton Hale – Atkin Chambers ‘An extremely able lawyer who is able to deliver his advice clearly and with an eye to the wider commercial aspects of a dispute.’
Ranked: Tier 4

Testimonials

‘Clerks as a whole are very helpful, knowledgeable and quick to respond to queries. Andy Burrows in particular is worth a special mention.’ 

‘The service from the clerks room is excellent. Justin Wilson, Andy Burrows and Rick Bulaitis are the ‘go to’ with David Barnes also accessible if required.’ 

‘Atkin Chambers are a real power house in construction professional negligence. First rate. Real strength in depth.’ 

‘Atkin has unrivaled expertise in construction and engineering matters.’ 

‘The set is very strong and certainly a ‘best in class offering’, boasting strength and depth.’ 

‘Atkin is one of the premier sets for construction with a reliable stable of thoroughbreds.’

‘Atkin has almost unmatchable quality in every area. Their counsel are the top of any list. Superb set.’ 

‘Far and away the best construction set. They have the best silks and juniors in the field. Commercially strong and know their stuff.’

Work highlights

London Bar > IT and telecoms: projects and services Tier 3

Atkin Chambers provides a deep bench of IT expertise at both silk and junior level, with considerable experience advising on disputes centred around a broad range of issues, including alleged negligence, project management and procurement and implementation failures. James Howells KC and Patrick Clarke appeared on opposite sides of Capita v IBm UK v Kyndryl UK Ltd, a dispute concerning the proper construction of a complex IT services contract and the subcontracting of certain IT-related services. Clarke, who has a strong reputation for his ‘real depth of expertise and experience in IT disputes’, also acted for the US tech giant TII in respect of a claim relating to the supply and performance of telecoms connection hardware installed across the BT Openreach Network.

Leading Silks

Ranked: Tier 2
James Howells KC –Atkin Chambers ‘James is excellent at getting to the heart of a matter and giving straightforward, non-nonsense advice. He is also bold in his merits assessments and does not sit on the fence.’ 
Ranked: Tier 2

Leading Juniors

Patrick Clarke –Atkin Chambers 'Patrick is a pleasure to work with. He sees the issues clearly, is unflappable and is loved by clients. He also has a real depth of expertise and experience in IT disputes.' 
Ranked: Tier 3

Testimonials

‘The clerks provide a responsive and seamless service.’ 

 

Work highlights

Dispute resolution > Mediators Tier 3

Michael Shane – Atkin Chambers  Atkin Chambers‘ Michael Shane ‘does the work and speaks with real confidence, and his experience and expertise both as a US and international commercial lawyer set him apart’. Shane mediates a range of commercial, IP and banking disputes, as well as international conflicts involving major governmental infrastructure projects and transnational M&A that frequently involve insurance coverage and suretyship issues.Sir Robert Akenhead – Atkin Chambers Atkin Chambers‘ Sir Robert Akenhead is ‘in a field of his own. As a former judge and lead counsel and leading authority in construction law, his assessments of the relative positions of parties are extremely wise and persuasive.’ Recent mediator appointments have involved cladding and fire-related issues.

Work highlights

London Bar > Insurance and reinsurance

Middle East: The English Bar > Construction Tier 1

Atkin Chambers has ‘vast experience and remarkable knowledge in international arbitration in construction disputes’ and is seen as the ‘go-to’ set for construction, energy and infrastructure matters across the Middle East. Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC and Simon Lofthouse KC continue to excel in disputes and arbitrations arising out of large construction projects across the Gulf, while Stuart Catchpole KC’s broad practice includes energy and natural resources, insurance and professional negligence disputes. Junior members of the set include Zulfikar Khayum, whose strong arbitration practice includes numerous complex construction disputes in the DIAC and ICC, Rónán Hanna, who has experience in transport and oil pipeline disputes and Samar Abbas Kazmi, who has recently been active on disputes relating to mixed-use commercial developments and luxury resorts. Recently promoted silk Camille Slow KC continues to handle power plant and desalination project disputes.

Leading silks

Stuart Catchpole KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Very hard working, always in command of the documents, and specialist technical issues. Exceptional cross-examiner.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC – Atkin Chambers 'Chantal is a pleasure to work with. Very responsive and perceptive. She delivers on promises.'
Ranked: Tier 1
James Howells KC – Atkin Chambers 'Excellent technical understanding, strategic thinker, incredible at cross-examination.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Riaz Hussain KC – Atkin Chambers 'Riaz is forensic in his approach and has a remarkable ability to get to grips with the key issues quickly.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Simon Lofthouse KC – Atkin Chambers 'Simon is probably the best construction silk in a generation. His cross examination is very effective. Excellent attention to detail.'
Ranked: Tier 1
David Streatfeild-James KC – Atkin Chambers 'A formidable advocate and top of his game.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Andrew White KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Andrew is an outstanding barrister with extensive expertise in construction disputes. His exceptional ability to digest and analyse vast volumes of case material, transforming them into clear and meticulously documented cases is invaluable. His excellent client-facing skills inspire confidence, as he consistently provides strong leadership and guidance throughout complex legal proceedings.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 2
Rupert Choat KC – Atkin Chambers 'Fantastic barrister and always able to think outside the box!'
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2

2024 Silks

Camille Slow KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Camille has an incredible ability to quickly assimilate large volumes of information, in great detail. She has an impressive understanding of both legal and technical issues surrounding a construction dispute. Her greatest (and most impressive) strength is her cross examination skill set.’

Leading juniors

Andrew Fenn – Atkin Chambers 'Very strong legal ability but allied to a firm grasp of commercial realities - the combination is impressive.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Samar Abbas Kazmi – Atkin Chambers ‘Very good on detail and very good judgement.’
Ranked: Tier 1
Zulfikar Khayum – Atkin Chambers 'Zulf picks up and understands intricate technical issues very quickly. He is a fast thinker who articulates his understanding and questioning to a high level. He is very impressive when cross-examining witnesses.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Shourav Lahiri – Atkin Chambers 'Attention to detail and simplifying complex issues for the Tribunal's benefit.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Rónán Hanna – Atkin Chambers 'He is very approachable, user-friendly, and sharp as a cross-examiner.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Edmund Neuberger – Atkin Chambers 'Calm, measured and incredibly smart. Knows what points to push.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Simon Crawshaw – Atkin Chambers 'Forensic attention to detail, excellent - clear concise drafting.'
Ranked: Tier 2
David Johnson – Atkin Chambers 'David's sharp commercial mind and attention to detail is simply admirable. The manner of his speech is always measured and thoughtful. He has the ability to convey the most complex issues in simple terms - it's always a pleasure reading his work.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2
Omar Eljadi  – Atkin Chambers 'Omar's strengths include his deep expertise in construction matters, impressive fact-finding skills and strong attention to details. He has distinguished experience in handling construction disputes. His participation in the legal team as counsel is invaluable.'
Ranked: Tier 2

Testimonials

‘The team is highly professional and dedicated, making it a pleasure to collaborate with them. In particular, Justin Wilson stands out as an excellent clerk. He is always available to assist and is proactive in managing client relationships, ensuring that communication flows smoothly and efficiently. Highly recommended!’

‘Great clerks. David Barnes particularly outstanding.’

‘Excellent clerks – always very helpful and responsive and providing clear communications. Andrew Burrows and Freddie Buckle have been particularly helpful.’

‘David Barnes has a business acumen like no other – he is extremely well connected, responds super quickly with great suggestions, is very kind.’

‘Atkin is one of the best construction law sets with a very dynamic head clerk David Barnes who inspires confidence. The market of top quality barristers in this field is relatively small and this chambers is a go to place.’

‘Akin Chambers has no weakest link – from junior to young silk to experienced silk.’

‘For construction, Atkin Chambers is obviously go-to. There is very good strength-in-depth, counsel availability is good and the clerks are very well able and placed to ensure that client needs are met.’

‘What makes the practice of Atkin Chambers unique is its vast experience and remarkable knowledge in international arbitration in construction disputes.’

Work highlights

Regional International Arbitration – The Bar > Construction, energy and infrastructure Tier 1

Atkin Chambers is ‘well known as a strong chambers for construction cases‘, with an excellent reputation for its ‘substantial strength and depth in construction disputes‘. Serena Cheng KC has established strength in handling complex infrastructure, energy and engineering disputes, often for clients based across Asia-Pacific. Stuart Catchpole KC is ‘an extremely effective cross examiner‘, and head of chambers Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC counts complex disputes arising from LNG and oil field projects located in Asia as a core pillar of her practice. Shourav Lahiri is sought after for his solid track record in handling complex international construction arbitrations.

Leading Silks

Stuart Catchpole KC – Atkin Chambers 'He is a lateral thinker and an extremely hard worker.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC – Atkin Chambers 'A top construction silk.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Andrew Goddard KC – Atkin Chambers 'Andrew is a very experienced construction KC. His advocacy is succinct, well-organised and persuasive.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Andrew White KC – Atkin Chambers 'Andrew excels in cross-examination, demonstrating a keen ability to dissect and challenge evidence effectively. His strategic questioning and sharp analytical skills often reveal critical insights that can turn the tide of a case.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Serena Cheng KC – Atkin Chambers ‘Serena has profound knowledge and deep understanding of the law. A silk with acute insight.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 2
David Streatfeild-James KC – Atkin Chambers 'David is a heavyweight construction silk.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Mark Chennells KC – Atkin Chambers 'A concise and incisive silk.'
Ranked: Tier 3
James Howells KC – Atkin Chambers ‘A precise, knowledgeable and informative barrister.’
Ranked: Tier 3
Simon Lofthouse KC – Atkin Chambers 'An outstanding leading counsel who is meticulous on technical and practical aspects, and sharp on his feet.'
Ranked: Tier 3
Manus McMullan KC – Atkin Chambers 'Manus is a fierce and incisive cross-examiner.'
Ranked: Tier 3

Leading Juniors

Samar Abbas Kazmi – Atkin Chambers 'He has an amazing work ethic.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Mathias Cheung – Atkin Chambers 'Mathias is a very diligent junior, who is very thorough in his work and always provides commercial solutions to complex legal issues.'
Ranked: Tier 1
Shourav Lahiri – Atkin Chambers 'Shourav is quick on his feet, prepares thoroughly and has sound knowledge.'
Ranked: Tier 1

Testimonials

‘David Barnes is a very experienced clerk.’

‘David Barnes is extremely efficient and amiable.’

‘David Barnes is an excellent clerk – he is quick and innovative.’

‘Their clerks are very responsive and helpful.’

‘The clerks are a pleasure to deal with.’

‘Atkin Chambers is renowned for its depth and breadth in construction related cases.’

‘Atkin is known for quality across the board.’

‘Solid set of high quality barristers.’

Asia Pacific: Regional International Arbitration > Arbitrators

Leading arbitrators

Ranked: Tier 1
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 2

Atkin Chambers > Set Profile

Atkin Chambers is a leading set of commercial barristers with an international reputation for providing advocacy and specialist legal advice on cases concerning construction and engineering, energy, technology and major infrastructure projects.

The members of Atkin Chambers offer a huge breadth and depth of experience in disputes which are often complex both in terms of the law and the technical nature of the underlying dispute. They are recognised as being leaders in their field.

The disputes in which members are instructed are extremely varied and include transport, oil and gas, renewables, water/sanitation, IT and telecommunications, shipbuilding and conversion, and social infrastructure projects. Wider commercial and professional negligence work is frequently related to such disputes.

Disputes are often commercially and/or politically sensitive and high-profile, and have included landmark UK cases such as disputes relating to The Shard, Wembley Stadium, the Olympic Village, the Channel Tunnel, The British Library, The Rolls Building, Heathrow T5, the M25 and London Underground. International work is equally substantial with major transport infrastructure and energy projects being a common feature – frequently cross-border and/or involving parties from several jurisdictions.

In the UK members regularly appear as advocates before the High Court and Appellate Courts, including the Supreme Court, and represent clients in commercial arbitrations seated in London and around the world. Members practise in many of the world’s leading arbitration centres and are highly-experienced in handling international arbitration matters conducted under the auspices of the major arbitral institutions such as the ICC, LCIA, DIAC, HKIAC, SIAC and numerous others.

Members and door tenants are called upon to act as arbitrators, adjudicators, mediators, in expert determination, and as members of international dispute boards and chairs of public inquiries.

A number of authoritative and influential texts are authored and edited in Chambers including the Building Law Reports and the International Construction Law Review. The seminal work on the law relating to building and engineering contracts — Hudson’s Building and Engineering Contracts — has been edited by Chambers since 1959 and is cited in many common law jurisdictions.

International and UK dispute resolution:

Commercial
Construction and engineering
Energy and natural resources
Infrastructure and PFI/PPP
International arbitration
IT and telecommunications
Professional negligence
Shipbuilding and offshore construction
Transport

Barrister Profiles

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Jonathan Acton Davis KC photo Mr Jonathan Acton Davis KC Jonathan specialises in domestic and international litigation and arbitration in the construction,… View Profile
Lauren Adams photo Miss Lauren Adams Lauren’s domestic practice involves advising on private residential work and large commercial… View Profile
Robert Akenhead photo Sir Robert Akenhead In continuous practice from 1973 to 2007 as a specialist construction law… View Profile
James Allsop AC photo The Hon James Allsop AC The Hon James Allsop AC was Chief Justice of the Federal Court… View Profile
Olivia Anderson photo Olivia Anderson Olivia Anderson joined Atkin Chambers as a tenant in December 2023, following… View Profile
Mischa Balen photo Mr Mischa Balen Mischa specialises primarily in international commercial disputes with an emphasis on construction… View Profile
Stephanie Barwise KC photo Miss Stephanie Barwise KC Widely regarded as a leader in her field, Stephanie’s expertise lies in… View Profile
Anthony Besanko AC photo The Hon Anthony Besanko AC The Hon Anthony Besanko KC was a Judge of the Federal Court… View Profile
John Blackburn photo Mr John Blackburn From 1984 until 2006, John was in full-time practice as leading counsel… View Profile
Martin Bowdery KC photo Mr Martin Bowdery KC “Inventive intellectually and tactically superb” Martin Bowdery QC practises as an advocate, arbitrator,… View Profile
Lucie Briggs photo Miss Lucie Briggs Lucie specialises in construction and engineering, energy, information technology, and professional negligence… View Profile
Stuart Catchpole KC photo Mr Stuart Catchpole KC Stuart Catchpole KC is recognised as one of the leading advocates at… View Profile
Serena Cheng KC photo Miss Serena Cheng KC Serena Cheng QC is a commercial litigation and arbitration specialist whose practice… View Profile
Mark Chennells KC photo Mr Mark Chennells KC Mark Chennells KC was appointed silk in 2021. He has broad experience… View Profile
Mathias Cheung photo Mr Mathias Cheung Mathias’ domestic and international commercial practice covers all areas of Chambers’ work,… View Profile
Rupert Choat KC photo Mr Rupert Choat KC Rupert has specialised since 1997 in construction, engineering, PFI/PPP, energy and similar… View Profile
Patrick Clarke photo Mr Patrick Clarke Patrick’s specialist practice principally concerns fighting claims that involve complex technical or… View Profile
Robert Clay photo Mr Robert Clay Robert specialises in litigation and arbitration, domestic and international, in the construction,… View Profile
Nicholas Collings photo Mr Nicholas Collings Nicholas specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration with a particular emphasis on… View Profile
Simon Crawshaw photo Mr Simon Crawshaw Simon specialises in the construction and engineering and energy sectors representing contractors,… View Profile
Stephen Dennison KC photo Mr Stephen Dennison KC Stephen is a leading specialist in the construction and civil engineering, energy… View Profile
Nicholas Dennys KC photo Mr Nicholas Dennys KC Nicholas is a leading specialist in construction, civil engineering, international arbitration, professional… View Profile
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC photo Miss Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC Chantal-Aimée Doerries QC is the current Head of Atkin Chambers and a… View Profile
Felicity Dynes photo Miss Felicity Dynes Felicity specialises in all aspects of Chambers’ work including in the areas… View Profile
Omar Eljadi photo Mr Omar Eljadi Omar Eljadi specialises in contractual and professional negligence disputes within the construction,… View Profile
Andrew Fenn KC photo Mr Andrew Fenn KC Andrew Fenn KC specialises in all areas of Chambers’ work. He acts… View Profile
Thayne Forbes photo Sir Thayne Forbes   Sir Thayne Forbes is an arbitrator, adjudicator and mediator and chair… View Profile
Andrew Goddard KC photo Mr Andrew Goddard KC Andrew Goddard QC specialises in the law of commercial obligations, professional negligence… View Profile
Arthur Graham-Dixon photo Mr Arthur Graham-Dixon Arthur has a broad practice in all areas of Chambers’ work and… View Profile
Caroline Greenfield photo Ms Caroline Greenfield Caroline joined Atkin Chambers as a tenant in September 2019, following the… View Profile
Dalton Hale photo Mr Dalton Hale Dalton has been described by clients as “knowledgeable, thorough, proactive and original… View Profile
Rónán Hanna photo Mr Rónán Hanna Rónán has broad experience in a wide range of construction and engineering… View Profile
William Haslam photo William Haslam William Haslam joined Atkin Chambers as a tenant in September 2024, following… View Profile
James Howells KC photo Mr James Howells KC James specialises in infrastructure, construction, energy and IT disputes both domestic and… View Profile
Riaz Hussain KC photo Mr Riaz Hussain KC Riaz acts as leading counsel in high value, complex disputes and advises… View Profile
Laura Hussey photo Ms Laura Hussey Laura has a domestic and international practice in all specialist areas of… View Profile
David Johnson photo Mr David Johnson David practises in the fields of domestic and international construction, engineering, energy,… View Profile
Doug Jones photo Prof Doug Jones Doug Jones AO is a leading independent international commercial and investor-state arbitrator… View Profile
Jennifer Jones KC photo Miss Jennifer Jones KC Jennifer practices both domestically and internationally, with a particular expertise in multi-party… View Profile
Samar Abbas Kazmi photo Mr Samar Abbas Kazmi Samar Abbas Kazmi specialises in commercial, construction and technology disputes. Samar has… View Profile
Sheriar Khan photo Mr Sheriar Khan Sheriar specialises in Atkin’s core practice areas of construction & engineering, infrastructure,… View Profile
Zulfikar Khayum photo Mr Zulfikar Khayum Zulfikar practices across all areas of the construction, engineering, energy and IT… View Profile
Frances Kirkham CBE photo Her Honour Frances Kirkham CBE Her Honour Frances Kirkham CBE acts as arbitrator in high-value construction and… View Profile
Humphrey LLoyd photo His Honour Humphrey LLoyd His Honour Humphrey LLoyd QC is an arbitrator and mediator. From 1963… View Profile
Shourav Lahiri photo Mr Shourav Lahiri Shourav is a specialist construction and international arbitration lawyer with over 20… View Profile
Peter Land photo Mr Peter Land Peter practices across all areas of construction, engineering, infrastructure, information technology and… View Profile
Christopher Lewis KC photo Mr Christopher Lewis KC Christopher practises principally in the fields of construction and engineering; energy and… View Profile
Marc Lixenberg photo Mr Marc Lixenberg Confirming his status as a “respected junior”, Marc is a leading junior construction… View Profile
Simon Lofthouse KC photo Mr Simon Lofthouse KC Simon Lofthouse QC is widely-recognised as a leading domestic and international lawyer… View Profile
Nicholas Maciolek photo Dr Nicholas Maciolek Nicholas’ practice includes disputes relating to construction, engineering and infrastructure, energy and… View Profile
Manus McMullan KC photo Mr Manus McMullan KC Manus specialises in commercial disputes with an emphasis on energy, natural resources… View Profile
Edmund Neuberger photo Mr Edmund Neuberger Edmund specialises in all aspects of Chambers’ work for a broad range… View Profile
Fiona Parkin KC photo Miss Fiona Parkin KC Recognised for her particular skill in getting to the heart of complex… View Profile
Katie Powell photo Miss Katie Powell Katie Powell specialises in commercial disputes with a particular emphasis on construction,… View Profile
Caspar Ramsay photo Caspar Ramsay Caspar joined Atkin Chambers as a tenant in September 2022, following successful… View Profile
Dominique Rawley KC photo Miss Dominique Rawley KC Dominique Rawley QC specialises in high value disputes in the field of… View Profile
Christopher Reid photo Mr Christopher Reid Christopher undertakes a broad range of commercial work both domestically and internationally,… View Profile
Darryl Royce photo Mr Darryl Royce Darryl Royce advises upon, and acts for parties involved in, construction projects,… View Profile
Ella Rutter photo Ella Rutter Ella joined Chambers as a tenant in September 2022, following the successful… View Profile
Michael Shane photo Mr Michael Shane Michael Shane is a highly-regarded international mediator and arbitrator. His career has… View Profile
Camille Slow KC photo Miss Camille Slow KC Camille’s practice covers a broad range of commercial matters with a particular… View Profile
David Streatfeild-James KC photo Mr David Streatfeild-James KC David Streatfeild-James acts as an advocate, adviser and arbitrator in high-value commercial… View Profile
Ryan Turner photo Mr Ryan Turner Ryan Turner has significant experience in a wide range of construction and… View Profile
Max Twivy photo Mr Max Twivy Max joined Atkin Chambers as a tenant in 2019. He has gained… View Profile
Janet Walker photo Prof Janet Walker Professor Janet Walker is a leading international commercial arbitrator based in London,… View Profile
Steven Walker KC photo Mr Steven Walker KC Steven Walker QC specialises in advising and representing parties to complex commercial… View Profile
Andrew White KC photo Mr Andrew White KC Andrew enjoys an international reputation as a commercial silk. He regularly appears… View Profile
Nicholas Zeolla photo Nicholas Zeolla Since joining Atkin Chambers as a tenant in September 2024 Nicholas has… View Profile

Diversity


Equality and diversity

Chambers is committed to respecting and understanding the cultural needs of its diverse and global client base, and is committed to equality and diversity in both recruitment and the provision of services.

Chambers operates under an equality and diversity policy in accordance with the Bar Standard Board’s Equality and Diversity Code.

Recruitment and equality and diversity

All applications (be it for staff, tenants, pupils or mini-pupils) are considered on merit alone. All selection procedures are operated without discrimination, that is to say without regard to considerations such as age, sex, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief, or age. Chambers aims to follow best practice with regards to disability and reasonable adjustments.

Chambers also recognises the importance of increasing social mobility at the Bar and looks equally at applications for pupillage and mini-pupillage from graduates of all universities and from all backgrounds and all sectors of the community with the ability and determination to succeed as a barrister.

Partly in recognition of the monetary barriers to entering the Bar, Atkin Chambers offers one of the highest pupillage awards at the Bar and the opportunity to “drawdown” in advance funding towards the costs of the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC). Chambers reimburses all reasonable travel expenses for pupillage interviewees and successful applicants to the mini-pupillage scheme can claim reasonable travel expenses and ask us to arrange overnight accommodation.

Equality and diversity at the Bar

Chambers welcomes the opportunity to work with other groups to foster equality and diversity at the Bar. Atkin Chambers supports FreeBar, a forum focused on LGBT+ people and their allies working at and for the Bar. A number of members of Atkin Chambers are founding members of The TECBAR BAME Network.

Chambers is pleased to support The 10,000 Black Interns Programme for 2021/22 which aims to transform the horizons and prospects of young black people in the UK by offering paid work experience across a wide range of industries, as well as world-class training and development. it is also pleased to be a silver partner of Bridging the Bar and to be participating in its mini pupillage programme for 2022.

Atkin Chambers is a signatory to the Equal Representation in Arbitration Pledge and the Equal Representation for Expert Witnesses Pledge.

Pro Bono

In 2022 Atkin Chambers agreed to support Support Through Court as a “Changemaker Guardian” for an initial three years. In addition, Atkin Chambers has been a supporter of the work of Advocate (the Bar Pro Bono Unit) as a Pro Bono Patron since 2019.