James Cowdell, Editor - UK Bar - Chambers and Partners

James joined Chambers and Partners in November 2000 and has spent the vast majority of his time in the company as Editor of the Bar Guide. Prior to joining Chambers he worked for a number of years as a barrister and following that was employed by a City law firm. He studied Modern History at Queen's College, University of Oxford.

Michael Perkin, UK Editor - Chambers and Partners

Michael’s career at Chambers has taken him through various roles in our research team, having started as a researcher and becoming the Editor of our UK guide. A former journalist for renowned sports press agency Hayters, he has had copy printed in various national newspapers, including the Daily Telegraph and the Mail on Sunday. Michael graduated in English Language and Linguistics from the University of Sheffield.