Dispute Resolution: The Bar

Jesse Kennedy's close focus on maritime issues forms a substantial component of a practice largely concerned with international disputes, an aspect of his work which instructing solicitors operating in the shipping space find particularly helpful.

"He is an absolute genius - smart and strategic."

"Jesse Kennedy is fast developing a reputation amongst leading silks as a go-to junior with exceptional drafting abilities."

Michael Izzo SC attracts high praise for his work in the insolvency sphere, his technical abilities, grasp of financial complexities and expertise where schemes of arrangement are concerned being cited particularly frequently.

"He is an excellent commercial silk who is both practical and very capable technically."

"Michael Izzo is a leading commercial silk, versatile in a range of matters, including schemes and corporations matters. He is collegiate and great to work with."

Daniel Reynolds has been highlighted for his talent in maritime law matters where he often represents clients on sensitive issues.

"His drafting skills, advice work, attention to detail and value for money have been top rate."

"He is bright and not afraid to give you views about things."

Justin Williams SC is singled out as an excellent barrister operating in the insolvency space. In addition to this side of his work, where he is regularly instructed in connection with large, complex restructurings, he is also acclaimed for his broader commercial litigation capabilities, often applied to financial regulatory issues, including those involving insurance issues or allegations of bribery or corruption.

"He is a very strong technical barrister, especially in complex securities laws matters."

"Justin is always very responsive and very calm under pressure."

Patrick Flynn SC maintains a mixed IP practice, operating in all the main areas and is particularly well-placed to act on matters with strong scientific or technological components.

"Patrick Flynn is a leading Senior Counsel specialising in all areas of intellectual property law."

Brendan Lim is noted for his skills in matters pertaining to competition law, and he regularly represents well-known clients on a variety of disputes.

"Brendan Lim showed himself to be extremely bright and very good on his feet. His written submissions were excellent."

"I regard Brendan Lim highly. I find him very clever, very sensible and very efficient."

Stephen Free SC is particularly well-known for his work in the public law space, he is also notably active on commercial issues in a variety of practice areas, including the environment, financial services regulation and life sciences.

"He is very pleasant to work with, smart and strategic."

"He is highly trustworthy and skilled."

James Hutton SC is active in several areas, including the environment, financial services and insolvency.

"He is strategically strong and good to work with."

"James has a sharp legal mind and a very strong reputation for his fighting spirit, energy levels and grasp of the details of every case."

Perry Herzfeld is a talented barrister who is frequently called upon to represent a range of clients on issues such as improper exercise of power and class action proceedings.

"He is persuasive and intelligent."

"He is highly commercial with a practical approach, values input from solicitors and clients, and assists in fashioning clever, innovative strategies."

Alan Shearer SC is active on behalf of businesses of all sizes, and individuals, across a broad range of commercial litigation issues, attracting particular praise for his work on mandates relating to environmental, insurance and shareholder issues.

"He is very diligent, hardworking and meticulous in his approach to the development of the case strategy."