Chambers Review
23ES is a well-established regulatory chambers offering strong expertise in medical, legal and financial services misconduct work. The barristers are able deftly to handle the criminal interface arising in such cases, and members are often instructed in cases that set legal precedent. Barristers at the set have recently been involved in the prosecution of a senior social worker alleged to have abused his position for financial gain, and the important case involving a solicitor who had failed to deliver up documents required by the SRA as part of its investigation into her practices.
"The clerks are very responsive and efficient."
Outside the normal run of barrister instructions, chambers assists its instructing solicitors by running webinars and client review meetings. Wayne King is the chambers director.
Notable Practitioners
Paul Ozin KC enjoys a formidable reputation for his work on behalf of doctors, dentists and police officers. He is also instructed by regulators, including the GMC, GDC and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. He regularly handles statutory appeals as well as disciplinary hearings.
"Paul has excellent client engagement skills and is able to tailor communications accordingly in a clear and digestible way."
Tim Grey has a strong professional disciplinary practice focusing recently on solicitors and doctors, representing both regulators and registrants. He has significant experience in appeals before the Administrative Court.
"He is a really good advocate and clients trust him easily."
Chris Hamlet is a knowledgeable barrister who manages an expansive regulatory practice which includes a heavy focus on professional discipline cases. In addition to prosecuting for regulators such as the GDC, GMC and General Chiropractic Council, he defends other professionals including solicitors. He also sits as a legal assessor for the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors.
"He cross-examines very well, has a charming manner and does a good job."
"Chris has an excellent eye for detail, and he is able to cut straight through and identify the key issues."
Rebecca Vanstone frequently acts for healthcare regulators, in particular the GMC and GDC. She has strong experience in cases relating to misconduct and clinical deficiency.
"Rebecca is an excellent professional regulatory barrister who can be relied upon to turn her work around on time and to do an excellent job in whichever case she is instructed."