Dispute Resolution: Commercial

Erskine Chambers stands out for its considerable strength in litigation, and has an experienced silk bench capable of handling multi-jurisdictional disputes. Its barristers have a strong track record in the market, as evidenced by recent work including BAT Industries v PwC, a very high value professional negligence case. Members also continued to act in the Carillion matter. A source reports: "Erskine is a real powerhouse of a corporate law set."

"The clerking team is brilliant. Alex Calder, senior practice manager, is a pleasure to deal with."

"The clerks are very good and prepared to have open conversations."

"The clerks provide an excellent service, including picking up the phone out of hours. Michael Shillingford, deputy senior clerk, stands out."

Phil Reeves is the senior clerk.

Andrew Thompson KC "Andrew Thompson is very clear and presents extremely well in court." "A very powerful advocate with quality technical knowledge." "Andrew is collaborative and prepared to roll his sleeves up." "An absolutely brilliant advocate, who treats all members of the team, from trainee up to partner, with the utmost courtesy."

James Potts KC "James Potts is flexible in his approach to working with a team." "James has good attention to detail and is straightforward with the courts." "He is a sensible advocate."

David Chivers KC "A very authoritative adviser who is thoughtful and willing." "Smooth and utterly persuasive."