Blackstone Chambers‘ members have a strong track record advising on a range of telecommunications matters, leveraging expertise across commercial, intellectual property, EU and competition law. Tom Coates acted in High Court proceedings where Eir sued BT for £67m, alleging that BT unfairly won a major public sector contract in Northern Ireland at Eir’s expense. Emily Neill remains a prominent junior who has demonstrated significant expertise in the area.
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Javan Herberg KC
Brian Kennelly KC
Brian is an excellent advocate. He is authoritative and charismatic. He is respectful and listens to clients' concerns, takes careful account of instructing solicitors' views, and always arrives prepared and ready. He seeks a deep understanding of the subject matter and the factual context and presents a highly credible position to the Court. I would not hesitate to instruct him and to recommend him.
James Segan KC
James is the Mary Poppins of barristers - practically perfect in every way. He is formidably intelligent, with an encyclopedic knowledge of his field and a pragmatic, client-focused approach that invariably translates into excellent strategic advice. He is also impressive on his feet - always able to answer questions from the bench in a well-structured and forensic manner - and a pleasure to work with.
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