Mary Hughes
‘Mary is incredibly hardworking. She is empathetic and goes the extra mile for clients. Her down-to-earth manner puts them at ease.’
Mary Hughes –One Pump Court ‘Mary is incredibly hardworking. She is empathetic and goes the extra mile for clients. Her down-to-earth manner puts them at ease.’
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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.
Stephen Bartlet-Jones
‘Stephen is eloquent. He has a knack for implementing practical solutions to cases.'
Sam Elliott
‘Sam has a great knowledge of private children law issues and is extremely strong at fact-finding hearings.’
Catherine Philps
‘Catherine is very good with vulnerable clients and has a keen eye for detail. Her advocacy skills are excellent.’
James Anthony Shaw
‘James is astute, excellent with clients and instructing solicitors, and thoughtful. A fluent advocate.'
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.
Imogen Mellor
‘Imogen is a strong advocate who will fight her client’s case in court. She is adept at acting for vulnerable clients with different needs and complex backgrounds.’