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Kings Chambers

Real Estate Litigation

UK Bar Guide 2026 : Northern (Bar)


Kings Chambers

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Real Estate Litigation - Northern (Bar)

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Kings Chambers is an excellent all-round property set. It handles everything from cases pertaining to developments, to possession and trespassing claims. Its first-class members act for local authorities, real estate businesses and individuals, among other clients. In the recent past, barristers at Kings Chambers have appeared in several impressive cases, including those relating to high-profile premises and developments. A work highlight for this year is Preston Muslim Education Council v Bhatia, a commercial right of way dispute in relation to school premises. One source comments: "There is no matter that I would not trust Kings to be able to do regarding real estate disputes." Another source notes the set has "barristers with instinctive thinking, who are approachable in chambers but formidable in court".

Strengths

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  • Harry Young fights hard for his barristers.

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  • They are first-class clerks. Gary Young, chief clerk, has never let me down. Harry Young, senior clerk, who works with him, is similarly capable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Geraint Wheatley
    Band 1Geraint Wheatley

    Geraint Wheatley

    Geraint Wheatley handles high-value property litigation for a multitude of clients, from landlords to developers and financial institutions. His cases span a broad range of topics, including possession proceedings, landlord and tenant disputes, and access rights. He also provides sought-after advice to LPA receivers.

    • In the North, Geraint Wheatley is the absolute go-to property litigation barrister.

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    • Geraint Wheatley is accessible and human with a strong and impressive presence in court.

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  • Band 1Lesley Anderson
    Band 1Lesley Anderson

    Lesley Anderson

    Lesley Anderson KC has an enviable reputation in the sector and is recognised as a skilled mediator and representative of her clients in court. She routinely advises local authorities on development-related issues as well as trespass claims and rights of way disputes. Since 2008, she has sat as a deputy judge in the Chancery Division of the High Court.

  • Band 1Nigel Clayton
    Band 1Nigel Clayton

    Nigel Clayton

    Nigel Clayton is a skilful senior junior commended for his expertise in mortgage matters. He frequently represents major mortgage providers and demonstrates experience in regulatory compliance under consumer credit legislation. He also has significant experience in a broad range of real estate-related matters such as right of way disputes and possession and title claims.

    • Nigel is incredibly down to earth, supportive, approachable and helpful in managing client expectations.

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    • Nigel Clayton literally wrote the book on mortgage litigation. His property dispute work is also of the triple gold star standard.

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  • Band 1Paul Chaisty
    Band 1Paul Chaisty

    Paul Chaisty

    Paul Chaisty KC is a highly experienced barrister with expertise in a wide range of commercial property matters. He regularly acts in landlord and tenant disputes. His clients include house builders, developers and private individuals. He has been a deputy High Court judge since 2006.

  • Band 1Richard Lander
    Band 1Richard Lander

    Richard Lander

    Richard Lander is a first-class junior who demonstrates notable strength in real estate matters containing professional negligence, insolvency, probate and fraud elements. He has experience representing developers and appears before the property tribunal and High Court. He is also regularly called on to dispense advice at the pre-litigation stage.

    • Richard Lander is excellent and thorough, with fast turnaround and 100% reliability.

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  • Band 1Wilson Horne
    Band 1Wilson Horne

    Wilson Horne

    Wilson Horne is a highly respected barrister with a focus on issues surrounding developments. His extensive experience in the sector includes handling claims for damages. He is often instructed to represent developers and civil engineers in property disputes, and regularly appears in the High Court.

  • Band 2Matthew Hall
    Band 2Matthew Hall

    Matthew Hall

    Matthew Hall is a highly regarded barrister who demonstrates prowess in the property sector. He handles a range of different real estate matters, including dilapidation and estoppel claims and easement and boundary issues. He also handles restrictive covenant issues.

    • Matthew Hall is an excellent all-rounder.

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  • Band 3Jonathan Fletcher-Wright
    Band 3Jonathan Fletcher-Wright

    Jonathan Fletcher-Wright

    Jonathan Fletcher-Wright has a strong reputation for his commercial and chancery work. His experience includes mandates on mortgages, planning disputes and resisting possession proceedings. He regularly acts for local authorities, though his client base also encompasses high-profile clients from the financial sector.

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