Abbas Lakha KC
‘Abbas is an absolute class act. His advocacy is top of his game.’
9BR holds a reputation as ‘a very good law firm with a strong work ethic’ among clients, being turned to for a spectrum of criminal matters in the Magistrates’ Court, Crown Court and Court of Appeal. Jane Bickerstaff KC is sought after for her ’exemplary’ advocacy skills, specialising in complex murders, while Corinne Bramwell is described as a ‘formidable opponent combining a calm and natural advocacy with a fierce intellect’, often acting in factually complex sexual offences matters. Tessa Shroff is known as a ’clever, excellent lawyer, very hard-working and tough’, and played a key role in a case involving the murder of a father-of-three by a teenager in a row about smoking.
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Testimonials
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- '9BRs crime team is vast and varied. They have several members with varying levels of expertise and seniorities. Regardless of the case, they will have someone who is suited to assist.'
- 'I have been instructed 9BR for years now, having first used them in a serious, high profile murder case, in which we were the main defendant. I have always been impressed with their level of communication, willingness to assist and the availability of Counsel, even when required at last minute.'
- 'Strength in depth.'
- '9BR are a very good law firm with a strong work ethic. They good availability for Counsel and if someone is not available, they assist in providing cover. They also have many networking events with other barristers.'
- '9BR have always been impressive with their breadth and depth of Counsel in general crime and fraud throughout the set.'
- 'Chambers have always been very helpful in accommodating cases and liaising with the courts re movement of hearing dates/times.'
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.
Jane Bickerstaff KC
‘Jane achieves excellent result for her clients. Her tactics and advocacy are exemplary. She is truly top-notch.’
Peter Glenser KC
'Peter is wonderful jury advocate with an exceptional and extensive knowledge of all things firearms related.'
Justin Rouse 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.
Corinne Bramwell
‘Hard working and very experienced. Unflappable in the face of court room challenges. She will go far.'
Tessa Shroff
‘Tessa is meticulous in her preparation, professional with clients but also reassuring and diligent in her drafting. She ensures that no stone is left unturned.'
Sean Sullivan
‘There is no doubt whatsoever that he will shortly take silk. He is exceptionally bright, has a terrific grasp of detail and is the hardest-working barrister around.'
Maximilian Hardy
Daniel Higgins
‘Makes very intellectual submissions. Calm under pressure.'
Will Noble
‘Will is the go to man in chambers. He will fight to the end and his advocacy is faultless and compelling.’
Ruth Jones
Emma Heath
Joey Kwong
‘Joey is thorough, personable and hard-working.’
Graeme Logan
‘Graeme possesses an extremely methodical approach to his. His client care is exemplary and his advocacy is concise and effective.'
Alex Matthews
‘Alex is an excellent lawyer who exercises good tactical judgement in cases.'
Rhiannon Sadler
‘Rhiannon is one of the best. She is fantastic with clients, prepares cases meticulously and is an asset to whoever has her on their side.’
Katrina Charles
‘Katrina is a fighter, clients love her as a result. She is dedicated and extremely hardworking.'