Allison Munroe KC
‘Allison is passionate, and her clients benefit from her expertise and tenacity.’
Garden Court Chambers is very highly regarded for handling a wide spectrum of public and private children law matters. The 'unflappable' Allison Munroe KC has extensive expertise in advising on complex public law cases, including adoption, alleged abuse and the deaths of children. Among the junior end of chambers, Amanda Meusz is well known for assisting vulnerable clients in complex care matters, while Stephen Lue's workload includes handling cases involving allegations of physical and sexual abuse, as well as neglect.
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Testimonials
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- 'Kevin McCarthy goes above and beyond to provide an excellent service. He is remarkable!'
- 'Kevin McCarthy is very friendly and will do his best to find the right counsel.'
- 'Kevin McCarthy and Isabelle Don are just brilliant, as they are always ready to assist. Friendly and welcoming always.'
- 'Garden Court have a wonderful and supportive clerking team. Kevin McCarthy is an excellent and efficient head clerk.'
- 'Garden Court Chambers are consistently at the top of their game. They have a well-earned reputation for excellence and their barristers are both formidable in court and deeply committed to client care.'
- 'The depth of expertise across the set, combined with a strong ethos of social justice, makes them one of the most reliable and highly respected chambers in the country.'
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.
Amanda Weston 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.
Amanda Meusz
‘Amanda is committed, determined and exceptionally knowledgeable. A pioneer in her approach to trauma-informed practice. She is able to manage the most vulnerable of clients effortlessly and immediately puts them at ease.'
Maggie Jones
Stephen Lue
Stephen is an outstanding barrister with clear legal insight, and a calm, confident manner. He has a particular ability to put clients at ease, no matter how difficult the situation, and communicates with clarity and empathy throughout.’
Malek Wan Daud
‘Malek is first-class - a wonderful barrister with the ability to focus on the key issues in a case. He is always willing to go above and beyond for his clients.'
Emma Favata
‘Emma is extremely thorough in her preparation which provides clients with reassurance and confidence. Her advocacy is clear and succinct.'
Lyndsey Sambrooks-Wright
‘Lyndsey’s attention to detail is exceptional. She provides clear and concise advice to those she represents.’
Kathryn Cronin
Lorna Cservenka
'She combines sharp legal acumen with genuine empathy for vulnerable clients. She is formidable in court.'
James Holmes
‘James is an outstanding advocate. He has extensive knowledge of honour-based violence work, and he is very approachable and empathetic with clients.'
Hannah Rought-Brooks
Olamide Ogunrinade
‘A meticulous junior who provides constructive advice.'
William Tautz
‘William is highly attuned to the neurodiverse needs of clients, and is able to navigate the complexities of supporting and advising said clients.'
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.
Rehab Jaffer
‘Rehab is very approachable and will go out of her way to assist with practical and solution-focused advice. She has a good grasp of the commercial realities facing local authorities. She is firm yet non-confrontational in her advocacy.'