St Pauls Chambers is ‘a very experienced criminal law chambers with significant talent at every level’. In a prominent work highlight, Nick Worsley KC successfully defended a man who was acquitted of both murder and attempted murder after his brother-in-law was stabbed; the defendant had been jointly charged with his father. Sam Green KC‘s recent caseload includes prosecuting in high-profile murders; he acts as joint head of chambers with newly appointed silk Denise Breen-Lawton KC, who is ’extremely impressive‘ and has an excellent reputation for handling complex fraud work, terrorism cases, and serious sexual offences, to name a few areas. Helen Chapman is ’very poised‘ and ’a great trial tactician‘. The senior end of the team was also bolstered by the elevation of James Bourne-Arton KC to silk in the 2024 round.
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- 'The clerks' room is superbly led by Jayne Drake, who provides an excellent service, bringing a very business-savvy nous. Jayne is well-supported by Kelly Staniforth, who is uber-efficient and always prompt at responding to all enquiries, calls and emails.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is excellent, well organised and a good communicator.'
- 'Jayne Drake is extremely efficient and personable.'
- 'Jayne Drake knows the business very well.'
- 'Jayne Drake makes the impossible possible.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is an exceptional clerk.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is outstanding.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is impeccable at her job and keeps things running to a high a standard.'
- 'St Paul’s is a strong set, filled with excellent counsel.'
- 'A strong stable full of thoroughbreds.'
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Leading silks
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2024 Silks
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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.
Leading juniors
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