Justin Fenwick KC

Ranked in 4 Practice Areas

Band 1

Commercial Dispute Resolution

London (Bar)

19 Years Ranked

Band 1

Professional Negligence

London (Bar)

29 Years Ranked

Band 2

Fraud: Civil

London (Bar)

11 Years Ranked

Band 3

Offshore

All Circuits

1 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

Global 2024

About

Provided by Justin Fenwick KC

UK Bar

Practice Areas

Justin Fenwick KC is a leading commercial silk with vast experience of handling complex, high profile and high value commercial disputes both onshore, offshore and internationally.

His practice covers all aspects of commercial dispute resolution with a particular focus on banking and finance, civil fraud, insurance, product liability and information technology as well as construction, professional liability and public law and human rights. He has also played a key role in the development of group litigation. Much of his work in these areas is offshore.

In addition to his work as arbitration counsel, he also sits as an arbitrator in commercial and insurance disputes.

“A great team player”, Justin is particularly known for his ability to deal with complicated expert evidence and large amounts of documentation. Many of his cases involve careful analysis of accounting and financial information, taxation issues and the calculation of economic loss. He is seen as “a top choice for the most difficult cases”.

Prior to joining the Bar, he served in the Grenadier Guards and as Temporary Equerry and Additional Private Secretary to the late Duke of Edinburgh.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

UK-Bar

Commercial Dispute Resolution - London (Bar)

Band 1

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Professional Negligence - London (Bar)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Justin Fenwick KC is a standout professional negligence silk who is well versed in both UK-based and offshore commercial litigation. A formidable advocate, he is particularly adept at handling professional negligence and related insurance matters that involve significant elements of fraud or dishonesty. His work pertains to various individuals, including auditors, tax advisers, insolvency practitioners, valuers and lawyers.

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Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Justin Fenwick KC manages an impressive commercial litigation caseload and deals with numerous UK and offshore fraud disputes involving a variety of allegations. In addition to appearing as an advocate, he serves as a deputy High Court judge.

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Offshore - All Circuits

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Justin Fenwick KC of 4 New Square Chambers is an excellent advocate for cases concerning professional negligence, who has additional capabilities in civil fraud and commercial litigation generally. His practice is heavily weighted towards offshore litigation, and he has experience in both Caribbean and Far Eastern jurisdictions. He frequently represents professional service providers and handles instructions flowing from Europe and China.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He is the best cross-examiner I have ever seen. He is so knowledgeable and experienced.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

He is a superb trial lawyer and cross-examiner.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

He is extraordinarily knowledgeable and strategically very strong. Clients highly value him and want him on the call.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

Justin has complete authority in the courtroom. He is completely on top of the bundle, and is able to converse with the judge in a way not seen in any other barrister.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

Always an excellent advocate.

Professional Negligence respondent
UK-Bar

Justin has an ineffable ability to generate victory from scraps. There's nobody you'd rather have beside you when backed into a corner.

Professional Negligence respondent
UK-Bar

He can cross-examine for days without notes and is extremely impressive - so knowledgeable and experienced.

Fraud: Civil respondent
UK-Bar

Justin is extraordinarily knowledgeable, and strategically and tactically bright. Clients value him extremely and want him on the call.

Fraud: Civil respondent
UK-Bar

Justin has a keen eye for human psychology in the dynamic terrain - a key attribute for any advocate and he's blessed with this skill of central importance.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

Justin Fenwick wins cases no one else can win. You go to him when you need something special.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

A star in every way. Justin has an ineffable ability to generate victory from scraps. There's nobody you'd rather have beside you when backed into a corner.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

Justin Fenwick is a very sharp brain, a very experienced silk with a lot of offshore experience, and he knows how to handle himself. A great choice.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

He is the best cross-examiner I have ever seen. He is so knowledgeable and experienced.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

He is a superb trial lawyer and cross-examiner.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

He is extraordinarily knowledgeable and strategically very strong. Clients highly value him and want him on the call.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

Justin has complete authority in the courtroom. He is completely on top of the bundle, and is able to converse with the judge in a way not seen in any other barrister.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

Always an excellent advocate.

Professional Negligence respondent
UK-Bar

Justin has an ineffable ability to generate victory from scraps. There's nobody you'd rather have beside you when backed into a corner.

Professional Negligence respondent
UK-Bar

He can cross-examine for days without notes and is extremely impressive - so knowledgeable and experienced.

Fraud: Civil respondent
UK-Bar

Justin is extraordinarily knowledgeable, and strategically and tactically bright. Clients value him extremely and want him on the call.

Fraud: Civil respondent
UK-Bar

Justin has a keen eye for human psychology in the dynamic terrain - a key attribute for any advocate and he's blessed with this skill of central importance.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

Justin Fenwick wins cases no one else can win. You go to him when you need something special.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

A star in every way. Justin has an ineffable ability to generate victory from scraps. There's nobody you'd rather have beside you when backed into a corner.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

Justin Fenwick is a very sharp brain, a very experienced silk with a lot of offshore experience, and he knows how to handle himself. A great choice.

Offshore respondent
UK-Bar

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UK Bar Guide 2025

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About

Practice Areas

Chambers Review

UK-Bar

Commercial Dispute Resolution - London (Bar)

Professional Negligence - London (Bar)

Individual Editorial

Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

Individual Editorial

Offshore - All Circuits

Individual Editorial

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