23ES' practice routinely handles a wide range of large-scale fraud matters, often involving international elements. Cairns Nelson KC is 'an excellent tactician who works hard to achieve the best result for his clients', and Paul Ozin KC 'has extensive experience of financial crime work'. Tom Godfrey is well versed in advising on complex cases involving allegations of money laundering and diversion fraud.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Wayne King is exceptional.'
  • 'Adam Chapman is a stand out clerk.'
  • 'Top tier clerking.'
  • '23ES is one of the leading sets in criminal fraud and has a real strength in depth of counsel in this area.'
  • 'Excellent set with fine criminal barristers at all levels.'
  • 'A good set, with quality counsel.'

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.

1
Cairns Nelson KC
is an extremely impressive advocate with a huge court presence.’
2
Paul Ozin KC
‘Paul is a highly persuasive and formidable advocate with a razor sharp legal brain and sharp strategic instincts.’
4
Mark Fenhalls KC
‘One of the great communicators at the Bar.’  
4
Charles Miskin 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.

4
Tom Godfrey
‘Tom's preparation and presentation is first rate. His manner with clients is reassuring.’
4
Alexander Upton