Jamal Demachkie
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Practice Areas
Jamal is a very experienced commercial barrister who specialises in property related work. His practice focuses on land and real property as well as both residential and commercial landlord and tenant work, having been involved in some of the leading cases in these areas.
He also handles a variety of other claims with a property related element, ranging from arguments between beneficiaries to multi-million pound development projects and joint ventures where the main assets are property or property related.
Jamal’s expertise covers professional negligence claims in relation to property associated disputes, having acted for and against numerous legal and property professionals in matters concerning property transactions, advice and litigation.
Jamal recently won the prestigious Property and Housing Junior of the Year Award (The Legal 500 Awards 2022) and the Real Estate, Environment and Planning Junior of the Year Award (The Legal 500 Awards 2020).
In 2020 Jamal was appointed as both a Deputy District Judge and Recorder on the South Eastern Circuit. In 2021 he was appointed a specialist Chancery Recorder in the County Court at Central London.
Jamal is the author of the definitive practitioners’ guide, "Forfeiture of Leases" published by The Law Society.
Professional Memberships
Chancery Bar Association
Property Bar Association
London Common Law & Commercial Bar Association
Accredited Mediation Advocate
Personal
Outside of law, he is passionate about sport (both participating and watching) and is a keen Parkour enthusiast.
Chambers Review
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Jamal Demachkie
Jamal Demachkie of Gatehouse Chambers is a skilled barrister with a diverse property practice covering landlord and tenant disputes and real property work. He also undertakes instructions concerning co-ownership and constructive trust matters.
Jamal Demachkie
Jamal Demachkie is recognised for his work in commercial and property law. His practice concentrates on commercial disputes, chancery litigation, and landlord and tenant claims. He is also an accredited mediator. He has appeared before the High Court.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"A man with the skills of a silk before he's even taken silk. He cuts through swathes of information and is straight to the point. He's a fantastic performer in court and makes the clients feel comfortable."
"He is able to deal with complex matters, his advocacy skills are second to none and his advice is always sound."
"Jamal Demachkie's advice, advocacy and client care are exemplary."
"Jamal is a star in property litigation, a great advocate, and clients love him."
"He is very persuasive when he talks and instils confidence. He understands the law and its practicalities."
"A man with the skills of a silk before he's even taken silk. He cuts through swathes of information and is straight to the point. He's a fantastic performer in court and makes the clients feel comfortable."
"He is able to deal with complex matters, his advocacy skills are second to none and his advice is always sound."
"Jamal Demachkie's advice, advocacy and client care are exemplary."
"Jamal is a star in property litigation, a great advocate, and clients love him."
"He is very persuasive when he talks and instils confidence. He understands the law and its practicalities."
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