JUNIOR PROFILE

James Wibberley

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 5 practice areas

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Professional Negligence - Western (Bar)

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

James Wibberley offers skilful representation of claimants and defendants in claims involving solicitors, surveyors, financial advisers and insurance brokers.

Commercial Dispute Resolution - Western (Bar)

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

James Wibberley's practice includes disputes arising from professional negligence and breach of contract. He specialises in the financial services sector. He is also adept at handling contractual disputes concerning fraud and misrepresentation, and offers expertise in joint venture disputes.

Construction - Western (Bar)

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

James Wibberley of Guildhall Chambers has a wealth of experience in construction and is adept at handling cases in the commercial and public sector that involve residential construction disputes.

Costs Litigation - All Circuits

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

James Wibberley is experienced in costs and litigation funding, advising on such matters as own-client disputes and the enforceability of funding arrangements. He also assists with detailed assessments and CFAs. His practice further covers costs issues arising out of professional negligence claims.

Company - Western (Bar)

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

James Wibberley has long-standing experience in company and shareholder litigation, advising on unfair prejudice petitions, derivative claims and Part 8 proceedings. He also has strong capabilities within commercial litigation and employment law, and he has appeared in the Supreme Court.

Strengths

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  • A go-to barrister for our most complex disputes due to his intellect, advocacy and ability to work under pressure.

    Professional NegligenceUK Bar
  • James is really good on his feet and has a great advocacy style. He gets to the point and works it.

    Professional NegligenceUK Bar
  • James is very approachable, making him good with clients. He is also very astute and is good on his turnaround times.

    Professional NegligenceUK Bar
  • Phenomenally intelligent and a brilliant strategist.

    Commercial Dispute ResolutionUK Bar
  • He rolls up his sleeves and gets involved in cases. He will get the judge's ear.

    Commercial Dispute ResolutionUK Bar
  • James Wibberley is a brilliant barrister. He is extremely strategic, very quick-thinking, clever and a very good advocate.

    ConstructionUK Bar

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