Members of Chambers recommended in The Legal 500 2024 edition

Chambers are delighted to be recognised as a top tier set and have several members recommended in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500.

We are a modern, innovative and forward thinking multi-disciplinary set of approximately 100 barristers including Silks and Junior Counsel. Our Head of Chambers is John Elvidge KC. If you require any further information on those who have been recommended or any member of the chambers then details of how to contact our experienced clerks can be found here.

Here are this year’s recommendations together with feedback where given:-

Chancery, Probate, And Tax

Stephen Fletcher – Dere Street Barristers

Criminal Law

Led by the ‘outstanding‘ Anthony Davis , the team at Dere Street Barristers has considerable experience defending and prosecuting across a wide spectrum of serious criminal cases, including large-scale drugs conspiracies, murder, and serious sexual offences. Peter Makepeace KC is highly regarded for his expertise in handling multi-defendant murder cases and complex fraud work. John Elvidge KC is ‘always thoroughly prepared‘, and David Lamb KC is regularly instructed in cases involving international drug trafficking. Anne Richardson is ‘a superb team leader for the prosecution of the most serious sexual offences‘ and ‘much respected by judges‘.

Testimonials

‘The clerks are great at communication and often go above and beyond for your cases.’

‘Dere Street Barristers is a first rate organisation, offering outstanding service to clients both lay and professional.’

‘A first class service.’

John Elvidge KC – Dere Street Barristers ‘An effective cross-examiner who inspires confidence in clients.’

Peter Makepeace KC – Dere Street Barristers ‘Peter is an engaging and resourceful advocate.’

David Lam b KC – Dere Street Barristers ‘He is exceptionally efficient and easy to deal with. His vast experience is obvious in the ease with which he immediately masters complex briefs and is able to cut right to the heart of the issues.’

Anne Richardson – Dere Street Barristers ‘Her work ethic, attention to detail and preparation is extraordinary. Her skill with the most vulnerable witnesses is amazing. Juries love her.’

Daniel Cordey – Dere Street Barristers ‘An extremely capable junior and a compelling advocate.’

Anthony Davis – Dere Street Barristers ‘His ability to establish and build upon a rapport with his tribunal, judge and jury is first class. His cross-examinations are always fearless.’

Richard Herrmann – Dere Street Barristers ‘He commands the respect of the jury with his precise and focused speeches.’

Employment

Sam Healy – Dere Street Barristers ‘Sam gives pragmatic and tactical advice, and he is practical, thorough, forensic and responsive.’

Angharad Davies – Dere Street Barristers

Family: Children And Domestic Violence

Led by children law specialist Tim Donnelly, the practice at Dere Street Barristers has established strength in handling the full range of public and private children law matters. Pauline Moulder is highly regarded for her expertise in public children law, with cases involving allegations of fabricated/induced illness, serious child injuries and sexual abuse prominent in her recent workload. Elizabeth Lugg primarily acts for parents in public law matters, and Ravinder Randhawa is well known for advising on forced marriage and international child law issues. Andrew Pike represents local authorities, family members and children in cases involving allegations of recent and historic sexual abuse.

Pauline Moulder – Dere Street Barristers

Ravinder Randhawa – Dere Street Barristers

Elizabeth Callaghan – Dere Street Barristers

Tim Donnelly – Dere Street Barristers

Jennie Smith – Dere Street Barristers

Elizabeth Lugg – Dere Street Barristers

Christopher McKee – Dere Street Barristers

Andrew Pike – Dere Street Barristers