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What the Team is Known For

Blackstone Chambers is home to a cluster of celebrated counsel who operate in the more visible cases arising from disciplinary matters in the financial, medical, legal and sports professions. The barristers are particularly notable for their abilities in legally complex appeals and associated public law challenges. The set's considerable capability across regulatory law more widely means that its members are often consulted by the professional bodies themselves for advice on their regulatory frameworks. A source notes that Blackstone is "a leading set for contentious regulatory matters".

Derek Sutton and Adam Sloane are joint senior clerks.

Strengths

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The clerks are all very good. Derek Sutton especially is very capable and effective.

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The clerks at Blackstone have all served us well and we are consistently impressed with the whole team.

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Blackstone's clerks ensure an impressive level of responsiveness and client service.

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Shaw
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Mark Shaw
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Band 1

Mark Shaw KC is a well-known and highly respected advocate who focuses on disciplinary matters involving healthcare professionals, particularly in public law proceedings. He is instructed by a wide variety of medical regulators, including the NMC, GDC and GOC. He is also experienced in cases involving the PSA.

A phenomenal barrister.

Mark Shaw KC is the go-to silk for any issue at the intersection of public law and professional discipline.

Mark Shaw KC approaches cases with meticulous attention to detail, a deep understanding of medical regulatory law and a calm, focused demeanour that is both reassuring and effective under pressure.

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Ivan Hare KC
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Ivan Hare KC
2
Band 2

Ivan Hare KC is an experienced silk who routinely undertakes complex disciplinary cases involving healthcare professionals. He regularly acts in high-profile cases for the GMC and the RCVS, among other regulators.

Charming but steely, Ivan is who you want in your corner for a novel or difficult case.

Ivan Hare KC has the ability to think widely when you're in a difficult spot.

Ivan Hare KC is a very bright and capable advocate who is an expert in field and very user-friendly.

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Andrew George
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Andrew George
3
Band 3

Andrew George KC is well versed in professional discipline matters, especially in the field of financial services regulation. He routinely acts for and against the FCA, but is also experienced in disciplinary proceedings involving such bodies as the FRC and the American Association of the Deaf-Blind.

Andrew George KC is absolutely brilliant, with a phenomenal ability to absorb all key information and rapidly get on top if it all.

I have nothing but praise for Andy. He knows the law and the practice of regulators in a way that only a real expert does.

Extremely knowledgeable in FCA work, with experience working with the Dubai Financial Services Authority too.

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Javan Herberg
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Javan Herberg
3
Band 3

Javan Herberg KC focuses his esteemed practice on financial services regulation, regularly appearing on behalf of both professionals and regulatory bodies. He also acts for regulators in other areas, including the energy sector.

Brilliant on his feet.

Javan Herberg KC is a leading silk for contentious regulatory work who delivers his advice in a concise, commercial and client-friendly way.

Javan Herberg KC has really carved out a successful practice for complex financial regulatory matters. He's very sensible and clients really trust him.

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Kate Gallafent
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Kate Gallafent
4
Band 4

Kate Gallafent KC is an accomplished silk with vast experience in the sporting, telecommunications and healthcare sectors. She routinely represents professional regulatory bodies and also acts on behalf of individuals and businesses operating in regulated industries.

She's brilliant, especially in public law and inquiries where there is an element of professional discipline.

Kate is a top-class advocate who produces extremely high-quality, clear-sighted, sharp and persuasive work.

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Emma Dixon
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Emma Dixon
5
Band 5

Emma Dixon is described by sources as a talented advocate and noted for her strong experience acting for regulators such as the SRA.

Emma Dixon offers strategic advice.

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Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

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Mark Shaw KC
1
Mark Shaw KC
1
Band 1
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Ivan Hare KC
2
Ivan Hare KC
2
Band 2
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Andrew George KC
3
Andrew George KC
3
Band 3
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Javan Herberg KC
3
Javan Herberg KC
3
Band 3
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Kate Gallafent KC
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Kate Gallafent KC
4
Band 4
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Juniors

London (Bar)

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Emma Dixon
5
Emma Dixon
5
Band 5
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