Oliver Moore
He has a knack for cutting through complex costs disputes, presenting arguments with clarity, confidence, and real tactical awareness.'
Guildhall Chambers has ‘good strength in depth on costs and funding issues, and is able to offer a strong range of costs specialists’. Oliver Moore, who leads the costs group, is ‘a stand out barrister in costs and litigation funding, combining sharp strategic insight with a practical, no-nonsense approach’. Moore is well known for his expertise in advising on costs matters relating to clinical negligence and personal injury claims, and has a solid track record in handling costs litigation. James Wibberley is ‘an excellent advocate’, ‘brilliant on his feet’ and ‘immensely practical’; he appeared for the successful respondent in Birley & Another v Heritage Independent Living Ltd, a Court of Appeal case concerning whether a party bringing a claim for personal injuries sustained as a result of a breach of confidence can claim qualified one-way costs shifting protection and seek the recovery of an ATE premium.
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- 'The clerking team is efficient and responsive, making the process smooth for clients.'
- 'The clerks are always helpful and responsive.'
- 'Guildhall Chambers has a strong reputation for advocacy and technical expertise, especially in costs and litigation funding.'
- 'Every barrister I have worked with at Guildhall will go the extra mile where required.'
- 'A solid team that handles high-value, complex disputes.'
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James Wibberley
James has an exceptional eye for detail. His written and verbal advice is clear and considered. He is an exceptionally good advocate.'