Leslie Thomas KC
'Leslie is exceptional. His strategic and tactical advice is second to none.'
At Garden Court Chambers, the group draws on the set’s wider expertise in human rights and civil liberties law to handle high-profile, complex inquests and inquiries. Multiple members of the set continue to act in the Covid-19 inquiry, including Leslie Thomas KC and Allison Munroe KC. In a separate matter, Thomas is representing several families in Phase 3 of the Undercover Policing Inquiry.
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Testimonials
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- 'Joe Fraser and Tim Hempsted are excellent. They are responsive and very helpful.'
- 'Joe Fraser is efficient, responsive and helpful.'
- 'Attentive clerks.'
- 'An excellent set.'
- 'In depth knowledge of inquest law.'
- 'Go to chambers for inquests for deaths in custody.'
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.
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.
Emma Favata
‘Emma is a strong advocate and puts tough questions to witnesses on behalf of her clients.’
Sarah Hemingway
A brilliant, conscientious and dedicated barrister.’
Thalia Maragh
‘Thalia’s natural charm as an advocate, combined with her good judgement, makes her a formidable opponent.’
Una Morris
‘Una provides clear and thorough advice. She is a go-to barrister in highly sensitive and difficult cases.’
Rajeev Thacker
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.
Michael Etienne
