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Falcon Chambers

Telecommunications

UK Bar Guide 2026 : London (Bar)


Falcon Chambers

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Telecommunications - London (Bar)

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Falcon Chambers is a market-leading real estate set that leverages its property law expertise into telecommunications sector disputes. Its barristers act in cases at the intersection of property law and telecoms, and regularly advise landowners and service providers with regard to the application of the new Electronic Communications Code, with one interviewee noting: "They have barristers who are truly Code experts and seem to act in the majority of Code decisions." Their broad-based expertise encompasses cases relating to the installation of electronic communications apparatus, as well as matters concerning lease renewals and equipment allocations. Both silks and juniors frequently appear before the Upper Tribunal, as well as the Court of Appeal.

Johnathan Stannard is the senior clerk.

Strengths

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  • John Davitt is an excellent clerk and is always willing to go the extra mile for you.

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  • The clerking team at Falcon is consistently responsive and clear in terms of fees, timescales and appropriate barristers for the particular instructions.

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  • The clerking team at Falcon is very responsive. No query ever goes longer than 24 hours without a response. They are flexible and commercial, I can't fault them.

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  • James Clarke, second junior clerk, John Davitt and Jo Meah, first junior clerk, are all brilliant. They always respond very quickly, will find a way to make fees work and find someone to help.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Oliver Radley-Gardner
    Band 1Oliver Radley-Gardner

    Oliver Radley-Gardner

    Oliver Radley-Gardner KC is highlighted as an excellent choice for real estate-linked telecommunications cases. His proven sector knowledge also earns him roles on the operator side of advisory mandates relating to the implementation of the new Electronic Communications Code.

    • Oliver Radley-Gardner's strength is as an advocate. He can cut to the heart of issues succinctly.

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    • Oliver Radley-Gardner is a leading barrister in telecom code matters.

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    • Oliver Radley-Gardner is incredible on his feet; that is where he comes into his own. He is great with clients and incredibly user-friendly.

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    • In front of a judge, Oliver Radley-Gardner is the advocate the clients want to be standing on their side of the room. His knowledge and experience are without equal.

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    • Oliver Radley-Gardner is great to work with as he is incredibly commercial, friendly and knows the Code like the back of his hand.

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  • Band 2Stephanie Tozer
    Band 2Stephanie Tozer

    Stephanie Tozer

    Stephanie Tozer KC is noted for her expertise in handling disputes concerning the installation of telecommunications apparatus on land. Combining her strong skills in property litigation and her expert understanding of the Electronic Communications Code, she frequently represents high-profile service providers and mobile infrastructure companies in their disputes with landowners.

    • Stephanie Tozer has an incredibly high level of expertise.

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    • Stephanie is adept at solving complicated problems and is an industry leader in telecommunications law.

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    • Stephanie is very knowledgeable about telecoms. She knows the Code inside out. She is also helpful to the clients as to the strategy.

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  • Band 3Fern Schofield
    Band 3Fern Schofield

    Fern Schofield

    Fern Schofield is a highly knowledgeable junior with in-depth experience of the new Electronic Communications Code. She has acted as junior counsel in the Supreme Court as well as the Court of Appeal. She often represents telecoms operators in property-related disputes.

    • Fern Schofield is our go-to junior on telecoms matters and has never let us down. She is responsive, communicative and clear in her advice and has an excellent manner with clients.

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    • Fern Schofield is brilliant. She is a go-to junior; she is hitting above her weight. The sky is the limit for her, she is just so good. I enjoy working with her.

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    • Fern Schofield is always very proactive and helpful and very good value. She will no doubt continue to develop and hone her skills.

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    • Fern Schofield is very user-friendly and a delight to work with. She gets on top of knotty issues quickly and easily, and presents complex legal issues in a manner so it is easy to understand.

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    • Fern Schofield is clearly developing a strong reputation in telecom code matters.

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  • Band 3James Andrews-Tipler
    Band 3James Andrews-Tipler

    James Andrews-Tipler

    James Andrews-Tipler is a respected junior who is regularly instructed in telecommunications cases. He has notable experience in infrastructure cases centred on the new Electronic Communications Code.

    • James Andrews-Tipler's pleadings are really good. A young star in the making.

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    • James Andrews-Tipler is my go-to contact for any telecommunications instructions. He is a pleasure to work with.

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    • James is the absolute go-to junior for operator-focused work. He is adored by clients and those instructing him. His contribution to the development of the law in this area cannot be understated.

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    • James is excellent. He is very user-friendly and very knowledgeable. A very safe pair of hands.

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    • James is very commercial in his relationship with his clients and very user-friendly. He is incredibly responsive. His written advocacy is particularly good.

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  • Band 3Kester Lees
    Band 3Kester Lees

    Kester Lees

    Kester Lees KC is recognised for his work where property and telecommunications interests intersect, and has been involved in high-profile cases involving the Electronic Communications Code.

    • Kester Lees has vast experience and an unrivalled ability to see wider client commercial goals. He is excellent on his feet when advocating.

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    • I am (as are my clients) always very impressed with Kester Lees' work, both written and in court. He is a sophisticated operator, both legally and commercially, and a very formidable opponent.

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    • Kester Lees is an absolute client favourite for knotty problems requiring quick solutions. When the risks are high, he is the calm set of hands the clients want to put their matters into.

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    • Kester Lees is able to turn his laser-focused attention onto a wide range of property disputes. He works collaboratively and well with other counsel.

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    • Kester is an exciting advocate who makes difficult arguments appear simple and has an easy, accessible manner with judges, solicitors, counsel and clients alike. He has a great future ahead of him

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  • Band 4Tricia Hemans
    Band 4Tricia Hemans

    Tricia Hemans

    Tricia Hemans is recognised for her expertise in the property side of telecommunications law. She is adept at advising on the provisions of the telecommunications code, often acting for telecommunications operators. She has appeared at all levels of court including the Supreme Court.

    • Tricia Hemans is very user-friendly. She is a good team player, approachable, clear and keeps us informed.

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    • Tricia Hemans is a very capable barrister.

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  • New SilksWayne Clark
    New SilksWayne Clark

    Wayne Clark

    Wayne Clark KC is well regarded for his expertise in cases relating to the Electronic Communications Code and draws praise for his high level of technical knowledge and written contributions on the subject. He provides strategic advice on the Code and frequently acts in tribunal cases for both telecommunications operators and landowners.

    • Wayne Clark has been around for ages. He has encyclopedic knowledge and is a really lovely guy.

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    • Wayne Clark is unrivalled in expertise and knowledge when it comes to the 1954 Act and the Code. We would not go to anyone else. On top of this, he is easy to work with and is a fantastic team player.

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    • Wayne Clark is our go-to for complex telecoms work and is the best in this field, in my opinion.

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    • Wayne Clark is fantastic. He knows the Code encyclopedically.

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    • Wayne Clark is the Aston Martin of telecoms on the site provider side. He will be front and centre. You think of him for major cases.

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