Mr Oliver Assersohn > Chambers of Elspeth Talbot Rice KC > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Chambers of Elspeth Talbot Rice KC
XXIV Old Buildings
24 OLD BUILDINGS, LINCOLN'S INN
LONDON
WC2A 3UP
England

Work Department

Barrister

Position

Oliver is a “truly excellent barrister” and “skilled advocate” who relishes trial advocacy, particularly cross-examination. He is regularly instructed to appear against silks and “will work tirelessly in support of the client’s case”. He specialises in commercial matters and particularly in financial services, including regulation

Career

Call: 2003

Memberships

  • Member of FSLA (founding member)
  • COMBAR
  • Associate member of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
  • Advocacy trainer for Middle Temple.

Education

Charterhouse; Warwick University (BA Hons first class); City University (CPE); BPP (BVC); Queen Mother Fund Scholarship (2002-03); Blackstone Entrance Exhibition (2003)

Lawyer Rankings

London Bar > Financial services regulation

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 2

Oliver AssersohnXXIV Old Buildings ‘Oliver is very pleasant to work with and extremely personable. He is bright and committed; and understands how the FCA thinks. He is a robust advocate when needed.’

London Bar > Banking and finance (including consumer credit)

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 2

Oliver AssersohnXXIV Old Buildings ‘Technically brilliant, very hard working and a delight to work with.’

London Bar > Commercial litigation

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 4

Oliver AssersohnXXIV Old BuildingsAmiable and smart he produces superb written work and is a considered and impressive advocate. Wonderful to have in your team.’