Mr Edward Lamb KC > Deka Chambers > London, England > Barrister Profile

Mr Edward Lamb KC

020 7832 0500 elamb@dekachambers.com

Work Department

Family Law, Court of Protection, PI, Clinical Negligence

Position

Edward is sought out by clients nationwide for his expertise in catastrophic injury, clinical negligence, family disputes, and the court of protection.

Given the breadth of his specialisms, he offers an unrivalled range of skills that sees him frequently appearing against King’s Counsel and senior counsel in the cases of utmost complexity. He is primarily an advocate and advises at all stages of litigation, to ensure the very best outcomes for those that instruct him.

Edward is listed as a leading junior and as a ‘highly articulate advocate’ in the most recent edition of the Legal 500. Edward has appeared in leading cases in all of his disciplines and continues to enjoy a loyal following from solicitors and clients.

Edward was also appointed in 2021 to the prestigious Attorney General’s Panel of Counsel (B) and undertakes work on behalf of the government.

As a result of his Court of Protection/Public law knowledge, Edward is sought out in cases of significant value that have capacity and care needs at their centre. With his detailed knowledge of local authority care provision (both in relation to children and adults) and the funding implications surrounding it, he also deals with claims arising out of the misfeasance and negligence of local authorities and central government departments. Edward frequently appears in inquests (including Article 2 inquests) acting for local and central government departments or for bereaved families.

Edward is able to receive instructions directly from members of the public.

Career

Called 2006.

Education

LLB Law, MSc Russian and Post Soviet Studies, BVC, Lincoln\’s Inn Bursary Award 2006.