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Professional Disciplinary Law

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Exchange Chambers
Lincoln House Chambers
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St John’s Buildings

Leading Silks

Richard Littler KC –Exchange Chambers 'Richard has a fabulous manner with his clients and is able to adapt his style from the formality of the court room to that of the conference, communicating advice to client in a practical, understandable, and direct manner. He is a fearless and compelling advocate and does not shy away from making the tough submissions.'

Leading Juniors

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Elizabeth Dudley-Jones – Deans Court Chambers 'Elizabeth is a barrister who cares deeply about the work she is instructed on. She will always go the extra mile to make sure witnesses are properly supported at hearings.'
Simon Gurney – Lincoln House Chambers 'Simon's technical abilities are unmatched, as he is able to quickly identify the prevalent issues in a case and provide sound and considered advice on how to approach them. Simon is particularly skilled when it comes to matters involving procedural irregularities and potential public law issues, and he approaches these matters with tenacity, but has an excellent ability to be able to set these out clearly and succinctly to his lay clients.'
Nicholas Walker – Exchange Chambers
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Lee Hughes – Lincoln House Chambers 'Lee is very quick to get to grips with the issues in a case and he always comes to a conference or hearing fully prepared with an almost forensic analysis of the papers, and he asks relevant and insightful questions of clients and witnesses. As well as being an exceptional barrister from a legal perspective, his way with clients is also something to be admired as he has a very understated yet charming manner which puts clients at ease and makes them feel genuinely part of any conversation.'
Ghazan Mahmood – St John’s Buildings 'Ghazan's attention to detail is outstanding. He builds up a great rapport with clients, establishing trust and confidence.'
Neair Maqboul – 7 Harrington Street 'Neair is a very talented advocate, and she is able to competently advise clients in the most difficult of circumstances and she excels when faced with the prospect of digesting and understanding voluminous medical records, which she can then seamlessly translate for her clients. She strikes the perfect balance when sensitively advising clients both firmly and compassionately in difficult and trying situations.'
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Patrick Cassidy – Kenworthy's Chambers
Anna Chestnutt – Lincoln House Chambers 'Anna is fantastic to work with, readily available, and highly responsive. She is a highly persuasive advocate and her practice encompasses serious work which is usually reserved for those beyond her years of call.'
Laura Nash - Serjeants' Inn Chambers ‘Laura’s strengths are that she is thorough, always well-prepared, and quickly grasps the key issues in any case. Her advocacy is always direct and to the point, and she does not waste her words.’

Professional disciplinary law in Regional Bar

Exchange Chambers


Richard Littler KC is head of professional discipline at Exchange Chambers, and he specialises in defending police officers, including superintendents, before the Crown Court, disciplinary bodies, the Police Appeal Tribunals, and the High Court. Littler KC successfully acted for a senior police officer following allegations that he deliberately spat at a detainee. Professional discipline and inquest specialist Nicholas Walker is particularly skilled at representing clients from the police and medical professions. Of recent note, he defended an Avon and Somerset police officer who was accused of providing users with confiscated drugs in exchange for information concerning drug dealers.

Les références

‘Nick Buckley is excellent in arranging the right barrister for the job.’

‘Exchange Chambers has a fabulous range of excellent barristers to chose from who excel in this practice area.’

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Lincoln House Chambers


The members of Lincoln House Chambers are well-equipped to handle cases for members of the medical profession before a wide range of regulators, often representing professionals before tribunals, the Administrative Court, and the High Court. One such member is Simon Gurney, who has significant experience in representing a variety of medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, dentists, and pharmacists. He also has expertise in acting for police officers, solicitors, teachers, and chartered surveyors. Anna Chestnutt is a key name of note, and her practice primarily involves representing nurses before the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Another notable name is Lee Hughes, and he represented a nursing home in CQC regulatory proceedings following the death of a vulnerable patient who choked on food that they should not have been given.

Les références

‘David Wright is a leader in chambers and in the field of clerking – one of the best there is in the country. He is approachable and pragmatic and always willing to help where he can.’

‘Ty Price is an exceptional senior clerk and one who I have no doubt will one day lead the team in Lincoln House or beyond.’

‘Andy McGuinness is a solid pair of hands and the go-to clerk if you ever need a problem solving or a barrister at short notice. He is unflappable and appears to take even the most stressful situations in his stride.’

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St John's Buildings


Ghazan Mahmood is head of the regulatory and professional discipline group at St John’s Buildings – he frequently represents members of the medical profession before regulatory bodies regarding allegations of serious misconduct and dishonesty.

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