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2023 Silks

Alex Troup KCSt John’s Chambers ‘Alex is always extremely well-prepared and understands the issues well, looking outside the issue at home to find practical solutions. He communicates well with clients on their level and also with experts as appropriate. He is a very safe pair of hands.’ 

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David GardnerNo5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘David is always calm, measured and logical. His drafting is the best, and he advises in thorough detail.’ 
Joss Knight - St John’s Chambers 'Joss is very pragmatic in his approach and upfront about all risks.'
Daniel Nother – College Chambers ‘Daniel is very thorough and concise. He is a problem solver and deals with matter sensibly and empathy.’
Kriti Upadhyay – Guildhall Chambers ‘Kriti is an extremely thorough and perceptive advocate. Her attention to detail and written analysis are always excellent, and she is focused and personable.’
Oliver WoodingSt John’s Chambers ‘Oliver is incredibly bright and fair, with strong advocacy.’ 

Court of Protection and community care in Regional Bar

College Chambers


College Chambers handles a wide range of Court of Protection work, including serious medical treatment and health and welfare matters. Practice head Daniel Nother is ‘a skilled, professional, confident and proficient advocate’ and regularly gets instructions from local authorities, the Official Solicitor and family members.

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‘The clerks at College Chambers are friendly, efficient and diligent. Amy Lindley and Alis Simioniuc are always available to speak and promptly respond to queries.’

‘The clerks at College Chambers are the most helpful and friendly clerks to work with. Amy Lindley and J-P Schulz are always happy to assist and offer alternative counsel when necessary and are always prompt in responding to enquiries.’

‘College Chambers is an excellent local set.’

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St John's Chambers


St John’s Chambers is ‘an excellent set at all levels’ and handles a lot of advisory and litigation work, including medical treatment and deprivation of liberty. Alex Troup KC has extensive experience of representing clients with limited capacity and is praised for being ‘highly skilled and effective’. Oliver Wooding stands out for his expertise in handling health and welfare issues and contentious property and financial affairs. ‘Strategic negotiator’ Joss Knight is another key name of note.

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‘Paul Bennett looks after instructing solicitors well.’

‘Paul Bennett is always available and good at finding solutions to any problem.’

‘The clerks are always available and respond to queries quickly. They have been very helpful in organising urgent meetings.’

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