2 Temple Gardens

2 Temple Gardens’ team is 'well-equipped to handle complex, multi-defendant litigation'. The group has a strong track record in advising on product liability claims in the engineering, automotive, pharmaceutical and medical devices sectors. Charles Dougherty KC is 'a go-to product liability silk' with 'an exceptionally clear style of advocacy', and Neil Moody KC 'has a charming manner and wears his knowledge and authority lightly'. Alistair Mackenzie is well versed in handling claims involving cross-border elements, and is regularly instructed by claimants and manufacturers in a range of matters. Recent noteworthy instructions of the team include Anna Hughes and Gareth Shires appearing in a group action relating to the use of an allegedly defective permanent contraceptive device.

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Testimonials

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'Lee Tyler is pragmatic, responsive and great to deal with.'
'Good clerks. Efficient, friendly, and accommodating.'
'All of the clerks are extremely responsive and willing to go that extra mile to assist. Lee Tyler works hard to ensure that matters are dealt with efficiently. '
'The clerking team are always excellent.'
'2TG is a unique chambers, distinguished by its equal measure of intellectual brilliance and genuine people skills. The barristers at 2TG are renowned for their exceptional legal acumen and their ability to navigate complex legal issues with precision and insight.'
'2TG are a good set for product liability with good barristers at all levels.'

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.

Charles Dougherty KC

‘A stand-out barrister in the product liability field. Charles is exceptionally bright and always impresses with his knowledge of the law in this area.'

Neil Moody KC

‘Neil is a class act. He has the court’s ear and is an outstanding tactician.’

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.