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Consumer Law - London (Bar)

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Six Pump Court has a good bench for consumer law and is well respected for its work in cases concerning food and trade regulations, as well as consumer credit. Its tenants regularly handle civil and criminal matters for local authorities, trade bodies, farms and retailers. Evidencing their capabilities in the energy arena, members have recently acted in the OFGEM market investigations for mis-selling in respect of suppliers to the public of domestic energy. Members have also been representing participants at the Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry in relation to issues surrounding technical systems, kit and components installed during the refurbishment of the tower.

Richard Constable is the senior clerk.

Strengths

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The best clerking team I have ever worked with. The clerks are commercial, experienced and a genuine pleasure to work with.

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Watson
2
Mark Watson
2
Band 2

Mark Watson KC is highly experienced at both prosecuting and defending food and trading standards cases, and appears on behalf of well-known retailers, local authorities and regulators such as the Food Standards Agency. He is also adept at matters regarding the enforcement of energy sector regulations.

Mark has a photographic memory and is someone that clients adore.

Mark works incredibly well with us and fosters a one-team approach. His knowledge of the law and ability to digest complex legislation and make it understandable is enviable.

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David Hercock
3
David Hercock
3
Band 3

David Hercock is widely respected for his focus on consumer law disputes relating to food and health and safety. He frequently acts in both civil and criminal proceedings, and undertakes cases that make it all the way to the Supreme Court and the CJEU.

He is a thoroughly impressive and wise barrister who is very collaborative and remarkably astute.

David's advice is clear, and he is client-focused. He understands the clients' needs and their overall aims.

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3
Lee Bennett
3
Band 3

Lee Bennett is an experienced consumer lawyer who regularly advises on consumer protection, product liability, trade mark and counterfeiting cases. Recently, he has been working on the Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry regarding potential product liability concerning systems and components installed during the refurbishment of the Tower.

Lee is very well prepared and a great tactician. He is brilliant at making connections and handling clients, explaining complex issues to them with clarity and giving them strong, strategic advice.

Lee is incredibly astute and smart. His arguments are rational and reasoned, resulting in very persuasive submissions.

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Pascal Bates
3
Pascal Bates
3
Band 3

Pascal Bates works on a range of consumer law issues, and has a particular specialism where consumer issues overlap with environmental or safety matters.

He is very cerebral and knows all the details of his cases. His understanding of the law is superb, and he is very bright and detailed in his approach.

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Six Pump Court

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Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Consumer Law
Mark Watson KC
2
Mark Watson KC
2
Band 2
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London (Bar)

Consumer Law
David Hercock
3
David Hercock
3
Band 3
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3
Lee Bennett
3
Band 3
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Pascal Bates
3
Pascal Bates
3
Band 3
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