Neil Block KC
‘Neil is able to advise on complex high value cases in a way that clients can understand. His written work is succinct and of the highest calibre.’
39 Essex Chambers hosts ‘strength in depth in many different fields and at every single level of seniority’, with a culture of comprehensive expertise being also present in the chambers’ personal injury offering. Christian Du Cann is a prominent junior in the chambers, predominately overseeing complex polytraumatic injuries involving several components – in White v Wingate Electrical plc he represented the claimant in a workplace accident litigation involving severe burns and psychological injuries, which saw both liability and quantum in dispute. Susan Rodway KC continues to be involved in cases concerning concussion in sport.
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Testimonials
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- 'Clerks are excellent and responsive. Joe Ralph and Harry Aird are particularly good.'
- '39 Essex are an excellent set for complex PI matters - both in respect of claims and costs.'
- '39 Essex are a stellar set of chambers with strength in depth in many different fields and at every single level of seniority. '
- 'Excellent set with great strength and depth. Clerking is efficient and chambers facilities are fantastic.'
- 'My go to set of chambers due to the quality of barristers and great service '
- 'A great set with a wealth of talent'
- 'Efficient and friendly clerks who provide great service.'
- 'A stellar set with some great talent; there will always be someone (and mostly several) capable people available to assist.'
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.
Charlie Cory-Wright KC
‘Charlie is hugely experienced, excellent at client handling and and a fine advocate.’
Nina Goolamali KC
‘Very approachable, calm, and skilful. Always constructive and pragmatic. Knows her stuff, lovely to deal with and unflappable.’
Derek O’Sullivan KC
‘Formidable at cross examination and very sensible.’
Susan Rodway KC
‘Very good team player, not afraid of a fight or pushing the boundaries, will take on and pursue to trial difficult cases.'
Emily Formby KC
‘She is very able and gets to the nub of the issue quickly. She is very knowledgeable and a skilled advocate.’
James Todd KC
‘James is willing to take a risk and act on cases with difficult liability issues. Technically he is very strong.’
Judith Ayling KC
Assured; hard-working and well prepared; extremely thorough.'
William Norris KC
2023 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.
Nicola Greaney KC
‘Nicola is calm, highly intelligent, excellent with people and has super judgement.’
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.
Colin Thomann KC
Colin is phenomenally hard working, has a colossal intellect, good judgment and is a true team player.'
Personal injury - 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.
Christian Du Cann
‘Christian has a phenomenal depth and breadth of experience. He has an excellent manner with clients, putting them at ease and explaining complex matters in a straightforward way.’
Bernard Doherty
‘He gives clear, succinct advice both in writing and orally.'
Sadie Crapper
‘She is incredibly thorough and provides an incredible amount of support and guidance. She is a fierce advocate and negotiator.'
Romilly Cummerson
‘Her advocacy is smooth and effective meaning she gets good results for her clients.’
Geoffrey Brown
‘Meticulous preparation and a good understanding of insurance clients needs.’
Quintin Fraser
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Scarlett Milligan
‘Scarlett’s approach to evidence is meticulous and she is a fantastic advocate, support and all round super person. A real team player who solicitors feel lucky to work with.’
Camilla Church
Incredibly bright. A joy to work with and observe her handling complex issues and putting clients at complete ease.’
Emma Corkill
‘Emma combines sound familiarity with PI law and procedure with a practical and can-do attitude.’
Vaughan Jacob
‘Excellent analysis and handling of complex causation expert evidence - he doesn’t sit on the fence.’
Samantha Jones
‘Sam has an ability to process huge volumes of material and cuts through to the key issues immediately.’
Angela Rainey
'She is a clever and committed junior.'
Jack Holborn
‘He is a very hard working and approachable advocate.’
Michael Standing
‘Very good in trial, with clients and complex JSMs.’