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Leading Silks

Paul Chaisty KC – Kings ChambersPaul is the best trial advocate available today. He is devastating in cross-examination with a pleasant but firm approach to the judge. He is the automatic choice for a complex case.’
Richard Chapman KC18 St John Street Chambers ‘Richard is an excellent barrister. He is clever and very good at cutting through complex issues. His drafting is precise and he is always well prepared. He has a nice manner and is very approachable. His expertise in both tax and commercial/professional negligence issues is a real asset.'
Andrew Grantham KC – Kings Chambers ‘Andrew is very good with clients and likes to discuss the issues in detail to get to the very heart of the matter. This is particularly beneficial in complex, technical disputes where knowledge of the underlying industry, sector or business is paramount rather than just the legal issues which arise.’

Leading Juniors

George Rowell – Exchange ChambersGeorge is incredibly tenacious with laser-like focus and determination. He has unparalleled breadth and depth of knowledge,  far exceeding others in his field. He is a real asset to have on the team, always thinking outside the box with creative solutions to what may at first seem like insurmountable problems.'

Professional negligence in Regional Bar

Kings Chambers


Kings Chambers remains a go-to set for professional negligence work on the Northern Circuit, with its members primarily handling claims relating to actions brought against traditional professionals, including surveyors, solicitors, and accountants. Andrew Grantham KC is particularly strong when it comes to claims involving accountants, financial and tax advisers, insurance brokers, stockbrokers, and surveyors. Lesley Anderson KC is a senior silk whose broad chancery and commercial practice sees her handle professional negligence claims involving a broad range of professionals on a regular basis; for example, she recently defended a farm agronomist against allegations of negligent advice concerning the application of nitrates causing crops to lodge and fail.

Les références

Gary Young is a star – always available and always on point.’

‘Gary Smith and Harry Young are also exceptionally helpful and pragmatic on fees.’

‘The clerks at Kings Chambers are excellent and go above and beyond in the service they provide.’

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Exchange Chambers


Exchange Chambers ‘houses some of the best talent in Manchester’ for professional negligence work. George Rowell is noted particularly for his experience handling claims against accountants and tax advisers, though acts in claims involving independent financial advisers, solicitors, and surveyors as well. Lawrence McDonald’s professional negligence work is usually property related, involving solicitors, barristers, surveyors, valuers, architects, and contractors, among other professionals.

Les références

‘Nick Buckley is a truly exceptional clerk – he is helpful at all times with a very pragmatic approach to fees. A pleasure to deal with.’

‘Ian Spencer is a pleasure to work with. He is always very commercial and punctual in his responses.’

‘The service at Exchange is exceptional and that is down to Nick Buckley.’

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