Joe Smouha KC
‘Joe is a star of the Bar and he is utterly brilliant to work with. He has a great manner with clients and advocacy is a particular strength.’
'A very strong commercial set', Essex Court Chambers is adept at handling property rights, dealer commission, authenticity and purchasing syndicate disputes. Emily Wood KC is regarded for her expertise in property rights and private sale disputes. Joe Smouha KC acts for art dealerships and auction houses in disputes involving misrepresentation, breach of contract and negligence. Smouha is commended by clients as a 'star of the bar and utterly brilliant to work with'. Lauded by clients as 'extremely client friendly and highly knowledgeable,' Claudia Renton is frequently instructed in authenticity disputes, auction house matters, and high-profile cross-border cases.
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- 'Essex Court Chambers is a very strong commercial set.'
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