Serjeants’ Inn Chambers is lauded for being 'the leaders in the field of serious medical treatment cases in the Court of Protection'. In a high-profile matter, Bridget Dolan KC appeared for an NHS Trust in a case concerning ceilings of care matters following the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment from a severely disabled child, on the grounds that it was in his best interests due to his expected imminent death. However, the child was alive and living at home four months after the treatment had been withdrawn. Nageena Khalique KC is very experienced in advising on complex medical treatment matters, as well as on cases concerning a young person's deprivation of liberty. David Lawson is 'a silk in the making with a superb command of the courtroom'. The 'excellent' Rhys Hadden is active in cases involving complex safeguarding, residence and mental health issues. James Berry KC took silk in March 2025.
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Testimonials
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- 'The clerks are well-led by Tom O'Connor.'
- 'The clerks at Serjeants Inn are nothing short of incredible. They are quick to respond and will always do what they can to assist our team.'
- 'The service provided by Serjeants Inn's clerks is always excellent.'
- 'The clerks are extremely dedicated and responsive.'
- 'An outstanding set.'
- 'The primary choice for all Court of Protection cases with a medical aspect.'
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.
Michael Horne KC
‘Michael is a safe pair of hands. He is always measured and provides wise and clear guidance.’
Angus Moon KC
Emma Sutton KC
‘Emma is very sharp and able to cut through the most complex of procedures to identify the best solution for the client.’
Claire Watson KC
‘She provides a perfect balance of incisive yet client friendly advice. A smooth advocate.’
2025 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.
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.
Conrad Hallin
‘As solid and immovable as an oak tree in the face of bitter disputes. He is exceptionally clever in his arguments.’
Benjamin Harrison
‘Ben is extremely personable and has exceptional client care skills. He offers practical advice.’
Anna Tkaczynska
‘Anna is fabulous. She is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and approachable.’
Rising stars
Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.
Rachael Gourley
'Rachael is tenacious to ensure her clients' needs are comprehensively met. She is an incisive, diplomatic and effective advocate who clearly cares for her vulnerable clients.'
Olivia Kirkbride
'She reads the court well during hearings and is able to preempt problems before they arise.'