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.
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2 Hare Court
Les références
‘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.’
39 Essex Chambers
39 Essex Chambers has an excellent reputation for handling a broad range of professional disciplinary and regulatory matters. The team has expertise in prosecuting and defending in cases involving the GMC, SRA and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). Jenni Richards KC frequently prosecutes cases for the GMC, while Fenella Morris KC is active in disciplinary proceedings before the SRA, RCVS and General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Alexis Hearnden is very experienced in handling disciplinary proceedings involving allegations of professional misconduct and dishonesty brought against doctors and vets. Peter Mant KC took silk in March 2025, and Philip Dayle joined the team in August 2025.
Les références
‘Peter Campbell manages the clerking team well and is helpful in managing client expectations and putting arrangements in place to facilitate instructing counsel.’
‘Peter Campbell is a standout star.’
‘Sheraton Doyle and Peter Campbell provide an outstanding level of service.’
Serjeants' Inn Chambers
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers is ‘well qualified to deal with regulatory law‘. The team regularly represents medical professionals in proceedings before the GMC and GDC; David Morris is adept at representing doctors in disciplinary cases involving allegations of misconduct. Angus Moon KC is sought after for his expertise in defending clients against claims of professional and sexual misconduct. Sarah Clarke KC is very experienced in representing both regulators and professionals in cases in the legal and professional services sectors.
Les références
‘Lee Johnson provides us with an excellent level of customer care, and if we have any difficulties or issues, Lee is always available to help.’
‘The clerks are very good and always helpful. They never let you down.’
‘Their clerking team is attentive and helpful, responding promptly and assisting with any issues which arise.’
1 Crown Office Row
1 Crown Office Row garners praise from clients for its extensive expertise in the healthcare area, however the group is equally adept at handling professional discipline and regulatory matters from a wide range of sectors. Robert Kellar KC is well versed in acting for doctors and dentists in misconduct proceedings. Among the juniors, Richard Smith routinely acts for medical professionals in cases involving allegations of dishonesty and professional and sexual misconduct.
Les références
‘Andy Tull is brilliant.’
‘1COR is an excellent set, with a knowledgeable clerking team.’
‘A solid set.’
4 New Square Chambers
4 New Square Chambers boasts 'excellent strength in depth in professional disciplinary and regulatory law'. The team is well versed in handling instructions from the legal, accountancy and medical sectors. Ben Hubble KC has a solid track record in defending individual solicitors and law firms in disciplinary proceedings before the SRA, and Graeme McPherson KC has extensive experience in representing barristers in disciplinary proceedings. Scott Allen continues to advise on disciplinary proceedings involving solicitors and accountants.
Les références
‘Dennis Peck is excellent.’
‘Jack Boggans is superb.’
‘Andrew Call is always very helpful.’
Blackstone Chambers
Blackstone Chambers‘ members combine expertise in professional discipline and public law matters, allowing them to tackle complex cases across a range of professions. In 2024 Iain Steele appeared for the Minister in Sutcliffe v Secretary of State for Education, defeating an appeal by an evangelical Christian teacher struck off for, among other things, not using the preferred pronouns of a gender-questioning child on an appearance on This Morning. Andrew George KC is noted for his work in financial services disciplinary proceedings.
Les références
‘The clerks at Blackstone are extremely responsive and easy to deal with.’
‘Brilliant clerking team.’
‘Blackstone is a stellar set – strong bench strength, excellent juniors and helpful clerks.’
Fountain Court Chambers
Fountain Court Chambers garners praise from clients as ‘a go-to chambers when it comes to legal services regulation‘. The team is sought after by solicitors and other professional services firms for assistance with disciplinary matters. Richard Coleman KC is ‘a very impressive cross examiner who is always over the detail of the case‘. Marianne Butler is ‘phenomenal‘. In March 2025 Rupert Allen KC was appointed to silk.
Les références
‘The clerks are extremely helpful and responsive. I’ve had great service from everyone I’ve worked with, including Sian Huckett, Luke Diebelius, Alfie Harper and Oliver Duane.’
‘The clerks are very good at developing a working relationship with solicitors who instructs their members. They are helpful and responsive.’
‘Quick to respond and overall great service.’
QEB Hollis Whiteman
With a reputation for being 'a genuine powerhouse in relation to regulatory and professional discipline cases', QEB Hollis Whiteman houses a team with solid expertise in advising on matters in the education and legal sectors, as well as prosecuting and defending in fitness to practise proceedings involving the GMC and GDC. Selva Ramasamy KC appeared for the defence in SRA v JG, a case concerning allegations of sexual misconduct in the workplace being brought against a senior solicitor; the solicitor received a 24-month suspension. Lydia Barnfather is 'a top class barrister who always presents things clearly and methodically and has a calm and incisive style of advocacy'. Rebecca Harris KC took silk in March 2025.
Les références
‘Chris Emmings is one of the best clerks in the business. He has an exceptional knowledge of the market place.’
‘Chris Emmings is well supported by Faye Stimpson and David O’Sullivan.’
‘Chris Emmings is personable and finds solutions.’
2 Bedford Row
At 2BR , the team has a solid track record in handling matters within the medical and professional services sectors, to name a few. Sam Thomas and Natalie Bird are key contacts for healthcare cases, often appearing for the GDC in fitness to practise proceedings. Christopher Saad‘s workload includes advising on disciplinary proceedings involving accountants and solicitors.
Les références
‘Very professional, very organised, with nothing being too much trouble and always willing to go beyond the extra mile. Paul Rodgers is absolutely top drawer – a class act with unparalleled insight, knowledge and client care.’
‘The service is excellent and the strength in depth is second to none. Joe Martin is a go-to – nothing is too much trouble and he will always go the extra mile.’
‘The clerks are incredibly efficient.’
23ES
23ES‘ members have an excellent reputation in acting in a broad range of professional disciplinary matters. Paul Ozin KC is ‘a bright, engaging, and formidable advocate, who commands the attention of every judge he appears before‘, and has been kept busy handling matters in the legal sphere. Among the juniors, Rebecca Vanstone‘s workload includes acting for the GDC and GMC in disciplinary proceedings involving allegations of sexual misconduct, as well as handling cases in the financial services sector.
Les références
‘The clerks at 23ES are excellent – Dan Randall is particularly good. He is extremely helpful, responsive and personable.’
‘Dan Randall is superb, always able to assist.’
‘A friendly, charming and ultra-efficient team. Dan Randall is a great asset.’
Old Square Chambers
Old Square Chambers' team is well known for its strength in handling disciplinary proceedings involving the medical sector. At silk level, Mark Sutton KC is highly regarded for his expertise in representing medical practitioners in disciplinary proceedings before tribunals and fitness to practise hearings. At the junior end of chambers, Nicola Newbegin is sought after for her experience in defending doctors and dentists against allegations of sexual misconduct.
Les références
‘Olivia Moliterno is excellent, efficient and prompt.’
‘Will Meade and Lee Jennings are responsive.’
‘Olivia Molitano and Louis Lockwood stand out. Their service and timely support is much appreciated. They can always be relied upon, which is invaluable.’
Outer Temple Chambers
Outer Temple Chambers is 'an excellent chambers for professional disciplinary matters', with 'extensive experience in healthcare regulatory work'. The team is equally adept at handling matters within the legal and financial services sectors. Fiona Horlick KC acted for the BSB in a case involving multiple allegations of sexual misconduct brought against the former chair of the Criminal Bar Association, Jo Sidhu KC; the tribunal upheld three of the allegations and Sidhu was subsequently disbarred. James Counsell KC is sought after for his expertise in prosecuting cases on behalf of the SRA. At the junior end, Sophie O'Sullivan is well versed in handling proceedings involving allegations of sexual misconduct and dishonesty.
Les références
‘Mark Gardner is an excellent clerk. He is clear in his communications, and always available.’
‘An approachable and well-organised clerking team.’
‘The clerks’ room is great. A solid team.’
2 Hare Court
Les références
‘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.’
39 Essex Chambers
39 Essex Chambers has an excellent reputation for handling a broad range of professional disciplinary and regulatory matters. The team has expertise in prosecuting and defending in cases involving the GMC, SRA and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). Jenni Richards KC frequently prosecutes cases for the GMC, while Fenella Morris KC is active in disciplinary proceedings before the SRA, RCVS and General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Alexis Hearnden is very experienced in handling disciplinary proceedings involving allegations of professional misconduct and dishonesty brought against doctors and vets. Peter Mant KC took silk in March 2025, and Philip Dayle joined the team in August 2025.
Les références
‘Peter Campbell manages the clerking team well and is helpful in managing client expectations and putting arrangements in place to facilitate instructing counsel.’
‘Peter Campbell is a standout star.’
‘Sheraton Doyle and Peter Campbell provide an outstanding level of service.’
Serjeants' Inn Chambers
Serjeants’ Inn Chambers is ‘well qualified to deal with regulatory law‘. The team regularly represents medical professionals in proceedings before the GMC and GDC; David Morris is adept at representing doctors in disciplinary cases involving allegations of misconduct. Angus Moon KC is sought after for his expertise in defending clients against claims of professional and sexual misconduct. Sarah Clarke KC is very experienced in representing both regulators and professionals in cases in the legal and professional services sectors.
Les références
‘Lee Johnson provides us with an excellent level of customer care, and if we have any difficulties or issues, Lee is always available to help.’
‘The clerks are very good and always helpful. They never let you down.’
‘Their clerking team is attentive and helpful, responding promptly and assisting with any issues which arise.’
1 Crown Office Row
1 Crown Office Row garners praise from clients for its extensive expertise in the healthcare area, however the group is equally adept at handling professional discipline and regulatory matters from a wide range of sectors. Robert Kellar KC is well versed in acting for doctors and dentists in misconduct proceedings. Among the juniors, Richard Smith routinely acts for medical professionals in cases involving allegations of dishonesty and professional and sexual misconduct.
Les références
‘Andy Tull is brilliant.’
‘1COR is an excellent set, with a knowledgeable clerking team.’
‘A solid set.’
4 New Square Chambers
4 New Square Chambers boasts 'excellent strength in depth in professional disciplinary and regulatory law'. The team is well versed in handling instructions from the legal, accountancy and medical sectors. Ben Hubble KC has a solid track record in defending individual solicitors and law firms in disciplinary proceedings before the SRA, and Graeme McPherson KC has extensive experience in representing barristers in disciplinary proceedings. Scott Allen continues to advise on disciplinary proceedings involving solicitors and accountants.
Les références
‘Dennis Peck is excellent.’
‘Jack Boggans is superb.’
‘Andrew Call is always very helpful.’
Blackstone Chambers
Blackstone Chambers‘ members combine expertise in professional discipline and public law matters, allowing them to tackle complex cases across a range of professions. In 2024 Iain Steele appeared for the Minister in Sutcliffe v Secretary of State for Education, defeating an appeal by an evangelical Christian teacher struck off for, among other things, not using the preferred pronouns of a gender-questioning child on an appearance on This Morning. Andrew George KC is noted for his work in financial services disciplinary proceedings.
Les références
‘The clerks at Blackstone are extremely responsive and easy to deal with.’
‘Brilliant clerking team.’
‘Blackstone is a stellar set – strong bench strength, excellent juniors and helpful clerks.’
Fountain Court Chambers
Fountain Court Chambers garners praise from clients as ‘a go-to chambers when it comes to legal services regulation‘. The team is sought after by solicitors and other professional services firms for assistance with disciplinary matters. Richard Coleman KC is ‘a very impressive cross examiner who is always over the detail of the case‘. Marianne Butler is ‘phenomenal‘. In March 2025 Rupert Allen KC was appointed to silk.
Les références
‘The clerks are extremely helpful and responsive. I’ve had great service from everyone I’ve worked with, including Sian Huckett, Luke Diebelius, Alfie Harper and Oliver Duane.’
‘The clerks are very good at developing a working relationship with solicitors who instructs their members. They are helpful and responsive.’
‘Quick to respond and overall great service.’
QEB Hollis Whiteman
With a reputation for being 'a genuine powerhouse in relation to regulatory and professional discipline cases', QEB Hollis Whiteman houses a team with solid expertise in advising on matters in the education and legal sectors, as well as prosecuting and defending in fitness to practise proceedings involving the GMC and GDC. Selva Ramasamy KC appeared for the defence in SRA v JG, a case concerning allegations of sexual misconduct in the workplace being brought against a senior solicitor; the solicitor received a 24-month suspension. Lydia Barnfather is 'a top class barrister who always presents things clearly and methodically and has a calm and incisive style of advocacy'. Rebecca Harris KC took silk in March 2025.
Les références
‘Chris Emmings is one of the best clerks in the business. He has an exceptional knowledge of the market place.’
‘Chris Emmings is well supported by Faye Stimpson and David O’Sullivan.’
‘Chris Emmings is personable and finds solutions.’
2 Bedford Row
At 2BR , the team has a solid track record in handling matters within the medical and professional services sectors, to name a few. Sam Thomas and Natalie Bird are key contacts for healthcare cases, often appearing for the GDC in fitness to practise proceedings. Christopher Saad‘s workload includes advising on disciplinary proceedings involving accountants and solicitors.
Les références
‘Very professional, very organised, with nothing being too much trouble and always willing to go beyond the extra mile. Paul Rodgers is absolutely top drawer – a class act with unparalleled insight, knowledge and client care.’
‘The service is excellent and the strength in depth is second to none. Joe Martin is a go-to – nothing is too much trouble and he will always go the extra mile.’
‘The clerks are incredibly efficient.’
23ES
23ES‘ members have an excellent reputation in acting in a broad range of professional disciplinary matters. Paul Ozin KC is ‘a bright, engaging, and formidable advocate, who commands the attention of every judge he appears before‘, and has been kept busy handling matters in the legal sphere. Among the juniors, Rebecca Vanstone‘s workload includes acting for the GDC and GMC in disciplinary proceedings involving allegations of sexual misconduct, as well as handling cases in the financial services sector.
Les références
‘The clerks at 23ES are excellent – Dan Randall is particularly good. He is extremely helpful, responsive and personable.’
‘Dan Randall is superb, always able to assist.’
‘A friendly, charming and ultra-efficient team. Dan Randall is a great asset.’
Old Square Chambers
Old Square Chambers' team is well known for its strength in handling disciplinary proceedings involving the medical sector. At silk level, Mark Sutton KC is highly regarded for his expertise in representing medical practitioners in disciplinary proceedings before tribunals and fitness to practise hearings. At the junior end of chambers, Nicola Newbegin is sought after for her experience in defending doctors and dentists against allegations of sexual misconduct.
Les références
‘Olivia Moliterno is excellent, efficient and prompt.’
‘Will Meade and Lee Jennings are responsive.’
‘Olivia Molitano and Louis Lockwood stand out. Their service and timely support is much appreciated. They can always be relied upon, which is invaluable.’
Outer Temple Chambers
Outer Temple Chambers is 'an excellent chambers for professional disciplinary matters', with 'extensive experience in healthcare regulatory work'. The team is equally adept at handling matters within the legal and financial services sectors. Fiona Horlick KC acted for the BSB in a case involving multiple allegations of sexual misconduct brought against the former chair of the Criminal Bar Association, Jo Sidhu KC; the tribunal upheld three of the allegations and Sidhu was subsequently disbarred. James Counsell KC is sought after for his expertise in prosecuting cases on behalf of the SRA. At the junior end, Sophie O'Sullivan is well versed in handling proceedings involving allegations of sexual misconduct and dishonesty.
Les références
‘Mark Gardner is an excellent clerk. He is clear in his communications, and always available.’
‘An approachable and well-organised clerking team.’
‘The clerks’ room is great. A solid team.’