Patrick Gibbs KC
Patrick is one of the very best - he has a calm, analytical approach to complex legal issues.’
Three Raymond Buildings is ‘excellent for inquests and inquiries’. Among the senior end of chambers, Hugh Davies OBE KC acted for West Yorkshire Police in an inquest into the suicide of Anugrah Abraham, a trainee police officer who was found dead in woodland in March 2023, which involved allegations of discrimination and bullying. Turning to the juniors, Genevieve Woods, unled, appeared on behalf of a private probation service provider in an inquest into the death of Christopher MacGillivray, who was found dead shortly after his release from prison, which addressed issues such as division of responsibilities between prison and probation services and sharing of information regarding mental health and the risk of suicide following release from prison.
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Testimonials
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- 'The service is great, all of the clerks are responsive and welcoming.'
- 'First-class clerks.'
- 'Clerks are really responsive and helpful.'
- '3 Raymond Buildings has great strength and depth.'
- 'The set has very strong strength in depth in relation to inquiry and inquest work.'
- 'Exceptional inquest barristers who always provide an excellent service.'
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.
Hugh Davies OBE KC
Hugh is a seasoned advocate in the field of inquests and inquiries. His advocacy is smooth and appealing, with flashes of steel when needed.'
Richard Horwell KC
‘Richard is totally unflappable. He is a class act, with immeasurable experience.’
Stephen Walsh KC
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Hugo Keith KC
‘Hugo has an unparalleled air of authority and an excellent sense of judgement. He works incredibly hard.'
Matthew Butt KC
‘A very impressive KC.’
Clair Dobbin KC
Clair's intellectual rigour is on another level. Her attention to detail and work ethic is incredible, and she goes above and beyond for her clients.'
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.
Saba Naqshbandi KC
‘Saba is always impeccably prepared, offers pragmatic and realistic advice, and is well liked by instructing solicitors and clients.’
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.
Sarah Le Fevre
'She is quick to win over difficult clients, and speaks with authority and conviction.'
Kevin Baumber
Reka Hollos
‘Reka is an absolute star. Her advocacy in court is calm and authoritative.’
Bo-Eun Jung
Bo-Eun's tactical acumen is exceptional.’
Genevieve Woods
Genevieve is on top of the details, even in the most complex cases. She makes it look effortless.’
Edmund Gritt
‘He is vastly experienced and carries confidence and gravitas as a result. His oral advocacy is precise and compelling.’
Emma Collins
Daniel Mansell
‘His advocacy is smooth, measured and effective.'
Luke Ponte
Luke is an excellent advocate who provides pragmatic and clear advice. He thinks outside the box.’
Ruby Shrimpton
‘A junior with a meticulous eye and thoughtful demeanour.’
Ailsa Williamson
‘She is extremely analytical, and cuts through to the issues in the case very quickly.’