Chambers Review
1GC|Family Law is a well-regarded set with notable expertise in health and welfare proceedings. Members are skilled in the handling of an array of complex disputes, including those concerning forced marriages, capacity to consent to sexual relations, deprivation of liberty and the withdrawal of medical treatment. The team is able to draw on the set's significant expertise in family law when advising on complex Court of Protection matters involving teenagers who lack capacity. Tenants are regularly instructed to act on behalf of family members, the Official Solicitor, NHS trusts and local authorities. "They are an exceptional set," says one interviewee.
"The clerks are good, they are responsive and always aim to assist."
The clerking team is led by senior clerk Paul Harris.
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Bagchi KC is particularly well known for his work in welfare cases, but is also adept at handling finance and medical treatment matters. He is regularly instructed by the Official Solicitor and excels at cases which involve the forced marriage of incapacitated adults.
"Andrew is exceptional. He is wonderful to work with in any case involving complex fact finding."
"He's very affable and good with clients."
Malcolm Chisholm is a leading senior junior who is best known for his work for local authorities and for parents. Praised in the market for his client-handling skills, he is an expert on cases concerning the overlap between the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.
"Malcolm has incredibly persuasive advocacy skills."
"He always works as collaboratively as he can."
"Malcolm is excellent with lay clients and an effective cross-examiner."