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Chambers of Ian Henderson KC
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Farringdon Chambers > The Legal 500 Rankings

London Bar > Crime Tier 4

Farringdon Chambers is a strong set with several leading practitioners. Ian Henderson KC’s practice is exclusively defence-based – he primarily defends in murder trials but also handles serious sexual offences cases. Claire Davies KC also regularly handles homicide cases and recently represented a defendant, alleged to be connected to an organised crime group, in a multi-handed triple conspiracy to murder case which involved several cut-throat defences as well as allegations of jury tampering. Martin McCarthy KC is a leading junior whose expertise includes homicide, drugs, people trafficking, and serious organised crime cases.

Leading Silks

Ian Henderson KC – Farringdon Chambers ‘Ian is a special kind of barrister. Although he is both learned in the law and a compelling advocate, he has no airs and graces. Juries can tell that he is at heart one of them and as a result, he gets them on his side.’
Ranked: Tier 1

2022 Silks

Claire Davies KC  - Farringdon Chambers  'Claire is ruthlessly efficient. She doesn't shy away from taking the difficult points in any case, but does it with grace and charm.'
Claire Davies KC – Farringdon Chambers ‘Claire is an incredibly hard-working counsel who never gives up on a client or a case. She works extremely hard to develop a formidable understanding of the papers which she deploys with skill to persuade both judges and juries.’

2024 Silks

Martin McCarthy KC – Farringdon Chambers ‘Martin is an exceptional practitioner who is the rare combination of a brilliant brain and an excellent advocate. He reads the room and even in the most challenging of cases ensures that the jury and judge are on board with him.’ 

Leading Juniors

Graham Arnold – Farringdon Chambers ‘Graham's analytical skills are of a high quality. He is not shy to put forward legal arguments and his advocacy is precise and to the point. He also builds great rapport with his clients.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Molly Pinkus – Farringdon Chambers ‘Molly is a capable advocate. She gets to the nub of all matters evidential or legal. She also has a good way with juries.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Ioana Nedelcu – Farringdon Chambers ‘Ioana is an exceptionally bright junior with a good strategic mind for even the most delicate of situations. An extremely thorough barrister, she knows cases inside out. She has a stellar future ahead of her.' 
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 3
Greg Krieger – Farringdon Chambers ‘Greg is extremely articulate and is a class act. He is very hard-working and very experienced. He has a deep commitment towards his clients and is highly sought-after.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Chris Whitehouse – Farringdon Chambers ‘Chris has a devastating command of the details in cases. He holds the respect of the court and is a real class act who makes powerful and persuasive closing speeches and puts client care at the forefront. He has excellent forensic skills with particular talent in cross-examining expert scientific witnesses.' 
Ranked: Tier 3
Soraya Lawrence – Farringdon Chambers ‘Soraya is a fearless and tenacious advocate - she never shies away from a point that she believes is worth taking. She is a great team player too.’
Ranked: Tier 4
Karl Volz – Farringdon Chambers ‘Karl's cross-examination is very incisive and his closing speeches are extremely persuasive. He always remains calm under pressure even in the most stressful situations and when dealing with the most difficult clients. He is a fighter who hates losing and gains the respect of clients very quickly for this reason.' 
Ranked: Tier 4
Ronnie Bergenthal – Farringdon Chambers ‘Ronnie's advocacy is precise, considered, thoughtfully planned and well executed. He reads the instructions, prepares well for conferences and hearings so is master of the facts of the brief and provides reassuring advice to lay clients.'
Ranked: Tier 4

Testimonials

‘Robert Archer is establishing a fine stable of barristers under his direction and drive.’

‘Robert Archer is a rock in the clerks’ room. He is always helpful and eager to assist.’

‘Robert Archer is a clerks clerk and is utterly magnificent at what he does.’

‘The set continues to have some extremely able barristers from the top to the bottom of chambers.’

‘Farringdon is a very good set of chambers with a modern approach to criminal law. There are very capable silks and juniors underpinned by a very effective and efficient clerking team.’

Work highlights

London Bar > Fraud: crime

2022 Silks

Claire Davies KC - Farringdon Chambers 'Claire is a focused and determined advocate who is perfect for cases of complexity and detail.'

2024 Silks

Leading Juniors

Graham Arnold – Farringdon Chambers 'He is the consummate jury advocate. He is able to engage with the jury in a way which enhances his client's case and makes the whole package seem more attractive in court.'
Ranked: Tier 2
Ranked: Tier 4