Maitland Chambers

Maitland Chambers is 'a top commercial litigation set'. Members of the team routinely appear in complex cases before the Commercial Court and the Chancery Division, as well as in international arbitration tribunals and courts. Richard Morgan KC has an excellent reputation for advising on high-profile disputes involving allegations of fraud. Matthew Collings KC has 'serious intellectual firepower', and Benjamin John's caseload includes acting for high-profile clients in domestic and international commercial litigation. Recent developments at the set include Rebecca Page KC taking silk in March 2025, and Arnold Ayoo joining the team in July 2025.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

'Rob Penson and Luke Irons are both excellent.'
'John Wiggs is superb.'
'John Wiggs provides an outstanding service.'
'The clerks are very responsive.'
'A marvellous set.'
'Large pool of talent.'

Lawyers

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Richard Morgan KC

'Richard is the complete package: a brilliant advocate, encyclopaedic on the law, a great tactician and always available. '

Andrew Twigger KC

'Very smart and an excellent team player. A joy to work with. Understated but compelling advocacy style. His cross-examination is quietly disarming. Unflappable.'

Matthew Collings KC

Matthew is a first rate KC.'

David Mumford KC

'David is incredibly intelligent and can always be trusted to provide the right advice.'

Gregory Banner KC

'He is meticulous in his preparation ensuring that all points are properly explored well in advance of trial. He exhibits strong advocacy skills and readily gains the trust of the court or tribunal. He is forensic in his cross-examination and always delivers in court.'

Siward Atkins KC

‘An incredible tactician who generates great confidence in his instructing lawyers and the client. A pleasure to work with and a real team player on any complex commercial case.’

Edmund Cullen KC

'Clear and commercial. An elegant and persuasive performer in court. You always want Edmund on your side.'

George Hayman KC

'He is superb. His advocacy is clear, helpful and effective.'

Thomas Munby KC

2025 Silks

Rebecca Page KC

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.