20 members of Chambers have been recommended in the Legal 500 2023 Edition
September 29, 2022
Chambers are delighted to have several members recommended in this year’s edition. If you wish to know any further information on those who have been recommended or any member of Chambers then please contact one of our experienced clerks who will be able to assist.
This is what others have to say:
CHANCERY, PROBATE, AND TAX
LEADING JUNIORS
Stephen Fletcher – Dere Street Barristers ‘A commercially savvy advocate, who works well under pressure and on his feet.’
CRIME (GENERAL AND FRAUD)
Dere Street Barristers
Dere Street Barristers is ‘a strong criminal set‘, with an excellent reputation for prosecuting and defending in a broad range of serious criminal work. John Elvidge KC successfully prosecuted an anaesthetist for using potentially lethal clinical drugs to sedate his partner in order to perform exorcism rituals upon her. The ‘extremely hard working and knowledgeable‘ Anthony Davis leads the team, and is highly regarded for his expertise in handling large-scale drugs conspiracies. Anne Richardson is ‘an exceptionally able advocate whose preparation is meticulous‘. Strengthening the team at the senior end, David Lamb KC was elevated to silk in March 2022.
Testimonials
‘A strong chambers with plenty of strength in depth.’
‘An excellent set.’
LEADING SILKS
John Elvidge KC – Dere Street Barristers ‘An extremely thorough silk, who is fantastic with clients.’
Peter Makepeace KC – Dere Street Barristers ‘A high calibre advocate who is exceptionally persuasive. ’
David Lamb KC ‘His knowledge of the law is tremendous and his court manner very reassuring.’
LEADING JUNIORS
Anne Richardson – Dere Street Barristers ‘Anne is the go-to barrister for serious prosecution cases, particularly those involving vulnerable witnesses. She is unflappable, extremely well-prepared, and always able to put clients and witnesses at their ease in the most difficult circumstances.’
Daniel Cordey – Dere Street Barristers ‘An imperturbable junior.’
Anthony Davis – Dere Street Barristers ‘Anthony is an exceptional trial barrister. He has the respect of the judiciary.’
Richard Herrmann – Dere Street Barristers ‘A junior with an incredible eye for detail and committed to any given case.’
FAMILY AND CHILDREN LAW
‘Excellent family set‘ Dere Street Barristers stands out for its ‘impressive team of experienced childcare practitioners‘. The ‘very approachable‘ Tim Donnelly heads up the practice, and is sought after for his expertise in handling cases involving allegations of serious violence against children, sexual abuse and fabricated illnesses. Pauline Moulder ‘s ‘reputation precedes her‘ in the arena of public children law work, and the ‘robust‘ Crispin Oliver is highly regarded for his excellent track record in advising on matrimonial finance matters. Ravinder Randhawa has a particular focus on forced marriage, sexual abuse, international child law issues, physical abuse and fabricated/induced illness cases. Carly Henley and Harvey Murray were appointed to the circuit bench in July and August 2022 respectively.
Testimonials
‘Dere Street Barristers has a strong cohort of family barristers.’
‘Very strong family set.’
CHILD LAW (PUBLIC AND PRIVATE)
LEADING JUNIORS
Pauline Moulder – Dere Street Barristers ‘Pauline is an exceptional advocate. Her work on cases is tireless, and she has a thorough understanding of her brief. She has an excellent ability to engage with the client and provides very pragmatic and clear legal advice.’
Ravinder Randhawa – Dere Street Barristers ‘Ravinder is a calming influence in the most complex and difficult cases. She is the perfect choice of advocate for vulnerable parents and children who require independent representation. A barrister who will take the time to put her clients at ease, and has the ability to break down the most complex of issues into a format which is understandable and client friendly.’
Elizabeth Callaghan – Dere Street Barristers ‘She is always extremely well-prepared, and has a calm, reassuring manner. Elizabeth has an excellent grasp of the case from the outset.’
Tim Donnelly – Dere Street Barristers ‘A highly respected and stand out junior on the circuit. Tim is an outstanding advocate, hard working and very thorough in his preparation.’
Jennie Smith – Dere Street Barristers ‘Jennie’s diligence and attention to detail are her greatest strengths. Her client manner is calm and reassuring; she finds it easy to relate to clients and clients find it easy to relate to her. She has an unparalleled ability to maintain facts and figures in her head which she can call upon whenever needed.’
Elizabeth Lugg – Dere Street Barristers ‘A formidable advocate who is fearless in progressing a client’s case. She provides down to earth, no-nonsense advice, is tenacious and builds good rapport with even the most difficult clients.’
Christopher McKee – Dere Street Barristers ‘A remarkably conscientious, hard-working and thorough junior. He prepares his cases extremely well and is immensely personable with clients.’
DIVORCE AND FINANCIAL REMEDY
LEADING JUNIORS
Crispin Oliver – Dere Street Barristers ‘Crispin is an expert in the art of persuasion. He is always very well-prepared and clients appreciate his direct, measured advice.’
EMPLOYMENT
LEADING JUNIORS
Sam Healy – Dere Street Barristers ‘Sam is an exceptional advocate, whose cross-examination is extremely clever and thought provoking. He puts clients at ease and provides practical and tactical advice from the first point of contact. His advice is succinct and always on point.’
Angharad Davies – Dere Street Barristers
PERSONAL INJURY
LEADING JUNIORS
Daniel Edwards – Dere Street Barristers ‘Daniel is extremely able, tactically and technically. He is a good negotiator, and a fantastic communicator with clients who puts them at ease.’
James Robinson – Dere Street Barristers ‘James is great with clients and has the ability to condense complex cases into simple logical advice.’
