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Leading Juniors

Christopher BuckinghamSt Philips Chambers 'Christopher is very a commercial, practical and proactive barrister. He provides clear and direct advise so clients know where they stand.'
John BrennanSt Philips Chambers 'John is authoritative in his advice and forthright when needed. His paperwork is sound and he is not backward in coming forward when required. He is also popular with clients and his advocacy is impressive.'
Michelle Caney –St Philips Chambers ‘Michelle is undoubtedly at the top of her game. Her written work is always razor-sharp – incredibly detailed but always easy to follow, even for the lay client. Her pleadings are extremely strong and always well-thought-out as well as realistic. The courtroom is where Michelle really brings a case to life; she is a pleasure to watch. She is a real class act.’
Louise Corfield  – No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘The speed at which Louise gets to grips with the information presented to her, even when proceedings have been issued already and a litigant in person is seeking advice late, is second to none. She is a future KC.'
David TaylorNo5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘David has a wonderful manner with clients. He is extremely knowledgeable and immediately puts clients at ease with his calm and assured manner. His advocacy is second to none. He quickly builds a rapport with the court and masterfully presents a case with passion, weaving logic and reasoned argument in a very measured way.'
Anthony VerduynSt Philips Chambers ‘Anthony is excellent on paper and excellent on his feet. He is responsive and very amenable. An all-round good barrister.'
Tony Watkin – No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Tony is a great team player and good to work with. He is very practical and good at getting on top of the detail. He is a good, clear advocate in court and is usually able to control the agenda of the hearings.'
John Aldis – St Philips Chambers 'John has a fantastic eye for detail, is very methodical and clearly explains matters when in conference with clients. He is a fantastic advocate who makes clear and salient points.'
John Campbell – New Square Chambers ‘John is excellent both on paper and on his feet. In addition to his excellent legal skills, he also has an ability to build instant rapport with clients and put them at ease.'
Omar Ensaff – No5 Barristers' Chambers 'Omar is very knowledgeable and is clearly an expert in his field. He is very user friendly, quickly gets to the keys issues and gives very good advice. He is also an extremely good advocate.'
Imogen HalsteadNo5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Imogen provides robust, honest and dependable advice, both in writing and in conference. She is excellent with clients and is a clear, methodical and robust advocate.'
Gavin McLeodSt Philips Chambers ‘Gavin is analytical and thorough. He is a solid pair of hands and has a keen legal mind.'
Anya NewmanSt Philips Chambers ‘Anya has an incisive brain and an ability which is underestimated at your peril. She has a thorough grasp of the law and smooth delivery in court.'
David Nuttall – St Philips Chambers ‘David is one of the best property juniors outside of London. He is clear and pragmatic in his written opinions, has a great manner with clients during conferences and is tenacious and resilient when on his feet in court.'
Emma WilliamsNo5 Barristers’ Chambers 'Emma is very technically astute and has a superb client manner. She is able to communicate her point well and obtain information that is required. Emma is able to steer courts through her skill as an advocate.'

Rising Stars

Harry MarriottSt Philips Chambers ‘Harry has proved himself capable not only with his drafting and advice, but also his negotiation skills. His advocacy and cross-examination skills impressive as well.'

Property and construction in Regional Bar

No5 Barristers' Chambers


No5 Barristers’ Chambers is well-known as ‘one of the strongest sets in Birmingham’ for property and construction work with ‘strong advocates‘ at every level of call. David Taylor’s broad property expertise covers adverse possession claims, boundary disputes, easement claims and a wide range of disputes arising from commercial and agricultural tenancies. Louise Corfield regularly handles property disputes in the context of contentious trust and estates matters. Omar Ensaff is a construction disputes specialist, regularly acting in relation to delay and defect claims as well as claims for variations. Imogen Halstead’s Chancery practice includes disputes relating to the co-ownership of property and the taking of accounts between joint owners as well as boundary and right of way disputes.

Les références

‘Daniel Griffiths and Jordan Zaza are particularly helpful.’

‘Olivia McIntyre is always incredibly helpful.’

‘The clerks are excellent. They are quick to communicate and source counsel. Pete Mottram always goes out of his way to assist.’

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St Philips Chambers


St Philips Chambers continues to enjoy an excellent reputation on the Midland Circuit for its property and construction offering. John Aldis is particularly strong handling disputes concerning boundaries, adverse possession, rights of way, and prescription. He recently acted for the respondent church in Liddle v The Incumbent of the Ashfords Benefice, successfully defending against an adverse possession claim by an applicant seeking to be registered as the proprietor of a flowerbed within the churchyard, on the basis of the incumbent priest’s possessory title and the 30-year limitation period afforded to spiritual corporations sole. John Brennan’s broad experience covers contested forfeiture applications, right of way disputes, and adverse possession claims. Christopher Buckingham specialises in commercial property matters, standing out for his ‘excellent advocacy’.

Les références

‘Ross Hands and Justin Luckman in particular provide a faultless service and are a joy to deal with.’

‘The clerks are extremely helpful, in particular Tom Kelly, who always responds quickly to requests for availability or costs estimates.’

‘The clerks at St Philips are fantastic and the team is boosted by the arrival of Ross Hands who is a fantastic clerk. He is readily available and always willing to assist.’

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