Professional disciplinary work forms the backbone of the practice at 2 Hare Court, with members frequently appearing in proceedings involving the healthcare and legal sectors. Marios Lambis KC is sought after for his expertise in representing medical professionals in misconduct proceedings. Andrew Colman has an excellent track record in defending healthcare professionals before the MPTS and GDC, as well as handling complex fitness to practise proceedings. Stephen Brassington appeared in GMC v Shah, a case involving allegations of sexual misconduct brought against a consultant thoracic surgeon. In a separate matter, Lewis MacDonald appeared for the claimant in Reeves v SRA, a case where the claimant had received an indefinite suspension in 2012 from the SRA; the SDT lifted the suspension and imposed certain conditions on the claimant.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The clerking team headed up by Julian Campbell is superb. Always accessible, easy to liaise with and have an in-depth understanding of the work we do, and offer the appropriate barrister.'
  • 'The clerks are responsive and always try to assist to identify suitable counsel, even at short notice.'
  • 'Responsive and always happy to help. Very good chambers.'
  • '2 Hare Court is the go-to set for professional discipline work. It has a wealth of excellent senior juniors as well as some really impressive juniors. You always know you are in safe hands with a 2 Hare Court barrister.'
  • '2 Hare Court is the go-to chambers for professional discipline and regulatory law. It has a large breadth of experience and expertise in this area and all its barristers are of a high standard.'
  • '2 Hare Court is widely considered as a market leader in this practice area.'

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.

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Marios Lambis KC
Marios is a silk at the top of his game. His knowledge and experience in this area is second to none. He is meticulous in his preparation and his advocacy is measured and charming.’
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Christopher Coltart KC
‘His ability to digest complex material and explain it in plain terms is second to none.'
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Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Jonathan is an excellent tactician. He handles client concerns with care and attention and is hard working and committed.’

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.

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Andrew Colman
‘Andrew takes great pride in his role. He is exceptionally prepared, and everything he says is said with great purpose and conviction.’
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Christopher Gillespie
‘A hugely intelligent tactician. He has a wonderful ability to gauge when to say more and when to let the evidence speak for itself.'
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Stephen Brassington
‘Stephen is one of the very best. He is a completely natural advocate, confident and compelling in the courtroom and charming and insightful with clients.'
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Scott Ivill
‘Scott is very approachable and helps put clients at ease. He is always very well prepared, and has excellent attention to detail. A strong cross-examiner.'
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Tom Day
‘Tom has a natural ability to get tribunals on side. He puts clients at ease.'
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Christopher Geering
‘A safe pair of hands. Christopher prepares his cases very well and thinks outside of the box.’
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Sarah Przybylska
‘Sarah is a highly skilled and persuasive advocate. She is able to distil the most complex technical advice into terms the client understands.'
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Ben Rich
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Vivienne Tanchel
‘Vivienne is efficient and practical.'
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Lewis MacDonald
‘Lewis is a very strong communicator who is adept at building rapport with the client and making clear and robust representations on their behalf.'
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Michael Rawlinson
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Laura Stephenson
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Peter Lownds
‘Peter has an excellent bedside manner with clients, and he gives very measured and practical advice.'
4
Hannah Thomas
‘Hannah's advocacy style has an understated but effective approach. She is meticulously organised, and a real pleasure to work with.’