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What the Team is Known For

Wilberforce Chambers is a highly distinguished chancery set whose charities specialists frequently advise foundations, charities themselves and the Charity Commission on a diverse range of issues including those concerning commercial and tax questions as they impact charitable bodies. Individuals are active on behalf of these clients in contentious matters and also represent trustees and HMRC in cases concerning the meaning of a 'charity'. Clients further benefit from the set's well-renowned high-quality offshore expertise. A solicitor comments they have "well-rounded barristers who think outside of the box."

Nicholas Luckman is a practice director at Wilberforce Chambers.

Strengths

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The clerks are prompt, clear and helpful.

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The clerking team are first-rate. Andrew Barnes and Fraser Geddes particularly stand out.

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Notable Practitioners

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Jonathan Davey
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Band 2

Jonathan Davey KC is an experienced silk who is typically involved in complex and high-value charity matters. He has recently been active in the high-profile Jaffer v Jaffer case regarding an international Islamic charity's dispute over allegedly invalid presidential elections and other breaches. He acts for a broad range of clients including HM Revenue and Customs.

His advocacy is compelling, he commands huge respect from clients and has a quick mind.

Jonathan was great. He gives clear and constructive advice.

Jonathan is just brilliant.

Jonathan is a pleasure to deal with. He has an excellent grasp of commercial elements.

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Michael Furness
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Band 3

Michael Furness KC is an accomplished silk with long experience, most notably in trust-related matters. He is particularly active in advising in relation to onshore and offshore tax issues and on matters involving the international transfer of charitable assets and the international structuring of charitable organisations. He is well versed in contentious trust litigation in a variety of jurisdictions.

Michael's collaborative and thoughtful approach allowed for active engagement with his opinion.

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Jonathan Davey KC
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Michael Furness KC
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