Chancery: Traditional

Robert Pearce KC is a respected silk who has a substantial traditional Chancery practice and is particularly noted for his handling of complex trust and charities cases. He is sought after by trustees, executors and private companies.

"Robert Pearce is extremely cerebral and has an almost unparalleled knowledge and understanding of complex trusts matters."

"He's probably one of the clearest advocates around and is very persuasive in his arguments."

"He produces very good-quality paperwork and is a very effective negotiator."

Thomas Dumont KC has a highly respected traditional Chancery practice and routinely handles complex and high-value trusts and estates disputes. He regularly appears in both the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court.

"Thomas gives real confidence to solicitors and clients alike and provides pragmatic, client-friendly advice."

"Tom is able to see through the mist to get to the aspects that really matter. He's charming and always a complete pleasure to work with. The lay clients love him."

"Thomas was brilliant at handling the technical and legal sides of the case, and was superb strategically. He also really understood the personalities involved in the case."

Josh Lewison is a junior with a broad traditional Chancery practice that encompasses both onshore and offshore work. He is noted for his handling of charitable trust matters, as well as cases relating to wills and estates.

"Josh has been a great addition to the team. He can cut through the detail to see a clear strategy, and is very good at client handling. On top of this, he always responds quickly."

"Josh is an all-round great barrister, who's technically brilliant and goes above and beyond to do everything he can in a case. He sees things in a practical way for clients."

"Josh is phenomenally bright and grasps tricky, thorny technical points very well. He's also approachable, pragmatic and very responsive."

Keith Rowley KC has a much-respected traditional chancery practice and is recognised for his particular strength in matters with a pensions aspect. He also has a breadth of experience in trusts and professional negligence claims.

"Keith Rowley has colossal experience of trusts and pensions matters, and it shows."

"Keith has always been attentive and immensely supportive."

Piers Feltham is a highly regarded junior whose respected traditional Chancery practice encompasses both contentious and non-contentious matters. He is particularly noted for his work with estates and professional negligence claims.

"A fantastic advocate in the traditional Chancery setting, but also in the Court of Protection. Piers has great tactical nous, is well liked by clients and is someone who can cut to the chase."

"Piers has excellent technical ability, is very personable and is highly user-friendly."

"Piers is extremely responsive and always provides clear, unequivocal advice to clients. The speed at which he is able to grasp and offer sound advice on complex legal matters is impressive."

William Moffett is a much-liked junior who is praised highly for his handling of contentious trust and inheritance matters. He offers a particular depth of expertise in contested wills and is especially sought after by high net worth individuals.

"He has a real eye for detail and manages complex pieces of work well."

"Every piece of work you get from him is top drawer."

"William is a good advocate, who is very responsive."

Daniel Burton's growing traditional chancery practice includes contested probate, estates administration and charities matters.

"His advocacy is incredible. He is very good with clients and quickly comes to grips with all the key issues."

"Dan gives straightforward, clear advice and is passionate about his work and clients."

"Daniel is approachable, hugely knowledgeable and practical. Clients feel confident in his ability and he makes them feel at ease."

Edward Hicks handles contentious probate cases, matters relating to arguments over wills, and disputes as to the administration of estates and trusts.

"Edward Hicks is amazing. His attention to detail is unsurpassable and he is both a hard negotiator and someone who is warm and friendly with clients."

"Ed is a formidable presence, whose knowledge and attention to detail are incredible. Clients and instructing solicitors alike are reassured by his calm guidance."

"Edward Hicks is simply excellent and leaves no stone unturned."

Francesca Quint focuses her practice in the field of charities law. Her practice is primarily advisory, and she is frequently trusted with the most complex and high-profile charities matters.

"She's a guru of charities law who has great technical skill."

"She's always in control and immensely reassuring."

Justin Holmes has a broad traditional Chancery practice, focusing primarily on contentious matters, including disputes relating to wills, estates and beneficiary duties.

"Very calm and to the point, he has a good way of managing clients and their expectations."

"A go-to barrister for this sort of work, who is responsive and approachable."

"Justin has exceptional advocacy skills and is quick-witted, knowledgeable, personable and practical."

Kate Selway KC is particularly commended for her expertise in tax-related traditional chancery cases, but is also frequently instructed in Inheritance Act, trusts and probate matters.

"Kate is a brilliant advocate, who is very approachable and a great team player."

"Kate is a true expert in her fields of the law and conducts herself with the utmost professionalism. She is very organised and delivers her advice/advocacy to a great standard."

"Kate is personable and great with clients. Once delivered of the brief, she quickly determines the optimal strategic approach."

Matthew Mills has a broad Chancery practice encompassing wills, trusts and estates, charities, property and commercial matters.

"Matthew is a polished junior with a very easy manner, who produces high-quality work to tight deadlines."

"Matthew is great both in court and in conference with clients. He's good at breaking down complex issues into palatable easy-to-understand chunks of information."

"Matthew is an exceptionally talented advocate, who is responsive, helpful, empathetic and technically accurate."

Oliver Hilton has a busy traditional chancery practice that takes in complex trusts and succession matters. He is instructed both onshore and offshore.

"Oliver consistently demonstrates strong attention to detail and is able to advise in a pragmatic, logical manner."

"Oliver Hilton is an excellent claimant advocate. He is trial ready from day one and is thinking of the outcome for the client at all stages of his instruction."

Sophia Rogers has a broad traditional chancery practice that includes advising on wills, trusts and probate. She also has experience of offshore work.

"Sophia offers a good level of service and is extremely bright."

Charles Holbech is an established junior who has a diverse private client practice and is frequently instructed in both contentious and non-contentious matters. He is particularly noted for his technical knowledge of tax matters.

"Charles is technically superb and able to unwind complicated trust issues so that we, as instructing solicitors, and the clients can understand them."

"Charles Holbech has been quick and expert in dealing with our instructions to him."

"Charles is a collaborative and very user-friendly advocate whose written work is thorough and very good."

Jonathan Edwards has built a strong reputation for his Chancery practice, particularly in contested probate and proprietary estoppel matters.

"I have been extremely impressed with the speed at which he provides clear and commercially minded advice on complex legal matters."

"Jonathan is a clear, calm and measured advocate. He has the ability to make strong, cutting submissions without the need to resort to exaggeration or flamboyance."

"Jonathan is an excellent counsel. He gets to grips with complex or unusual matters quickly and effectively."

Marcus Flavin acts in both contentious and non-contentious traditional Chancery matters. He is regularly instructed both onshore and offshore, and has particular expertise in advising on probate and estate administration, trusts and Inheritance Act claims.

"Marcus is excellent at quickly turning work around and is always pragmatic and practical in his advice. He's good with lay clients and ever reliable. He's a real star."

"Marcus is great – detailed, quick and efficient."

"Marcus turned this piece of work around so quickly for me and has been extremely responsive to any further queries that I or my client has raised."

Nathan Wells is a well-established junior who has a wide-ranging traditional chancery practice. He is a particularly fine choice of counsel for matters with a Northern Irish aspect to them, as he has also been called to the Northern Irish Bar. He is regularly instructed in cases concerning trusts, wills, probate and estate administration.

"Unstuffy, highly intelligent, unflappable in court and very supportive to instructing solicitors."

Roger Mullis is frequently sought out for his expertise in contentious probate matters and those cases involving the administration of estates, trusts, wills and real property.

"Roger was brought in for urgent and complex advice, which he delivered with aplomb."

"He has a strong command of strategy and detail, and his knowledge of the law is second to none."