Edward Boydell KC
'A very good advocate with good judgement.'
Pump Court Chambers boasts ‘an excellent line-up of financial remedy barristers at every level of experience’, and the set also benefits from wider expertise,encompassing inheritance, trusts, Court of Protection, and property law. Edward Boydell KC is a notable silk at the set as head of the family finance team, and he frequently appears in high-value matrimonial finance proceedings. ‘A fearless advocate and a great tactician’, Jenna Lucas is a key junior at the set, which with annexes in the region is particularly well-connected in the South West.
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Testimonials
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- 'All of the clerks are fantastic and accommodating. James Collier in particular is absolutely brilliant and so helpful. He is the first port of call at chambers.'
- 'James Collier is such a pleasure to work with; he makes you feel that nothing is too much trouble.'
- 'Fantastic. James Collier is efficient and responds quickly.'
- 'Tony Atkins is particularly responsive, friendly and helpful.'
- 'The service you receive from James Collier and the rest of the clerks is reliable, honest and first rate.'
- 'James Collier is the consummate professional; he is always a pleasure to work with and is the expert juggler when it comes to coordinating diaries.'
Lawyers
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.
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.
Helen Brander
John Chapman
‘John stands out due to his sharp intellect and compelling advocacy skills. His strategic acumen and keen eye for detail ensure that the client and solicitor alike feel fully supported, he is a formidable force in the courtroom, making him an indispensable ally in any family law financial dispute, but he also keeps on eye on conciliatory outcomes and cost effective solutions.’
Geoffrey Kelly
'Geoffrey has incredible attention to detail and the ability to grasp complex asset structures and factual matrixes easily. He provides his advice to clients in a pragmatic and relatable manner which puts them at ease quickly.'
Jenna Lucas
'Jenna has become a go-to for complex financial cases, and her foundation as a solicitor is one of her many strengths. She is always impeccably prepared, on top of every detail, and her persuasion knows no bounds, and she is collaborative and extremely approachable throughout a case, which makes her a delight to work with.'
Tara Lyons
‘Tara’s advocacy is absolutely excellent. On her feet she is almost unstoppable, and her preparation and attention to detail and ability to consume vast swathes of information is exceptional. ‘
Paul Mertens
