Tom Little KC – Deka Chambers ‘Tom remains an uncompromising prosecutor at the top of his game. Fluid and adaptable on his feet, he operates with a mixture of easy charm and deadly venom.’
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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.

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Tom Little KC
‘Tom remains an uncompromising prosecutor at the top of his game. Fluid and adaptable on his feet, he operates with a mixture of easy charm and deadly venom.’

2024 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.

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James Thacker KC
'James is one of the best in action you will ever see. Covers all angles in a case to ensure his case is at is strongest with preparation at its fore. He commands the respect of the court room and those around him. A measured cross examiner but devastating with the detail.'

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.

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Giles Bedloe
 ‘A very pleasant and sensible opponent – firm, but fair as a prosecutor. His advocacy is pragmatic and balanced.’
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Thom Dyke
 ‘A punchy and effective practitioner. All clients would want him on their side.’
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Jennifer Oborne

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.

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Francesca Kolar
Francesca is a real star in the making, dealing with some of the most difficult prosecutions. She has a great manner with witnesses, judge and jury alike delivering persuasive advocacy.'