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Mathew Purchase KC

UK Bar 2026

Matrix Chambers

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Education

London (Bar)

Employment

London (Bar)

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UK Bar

Education - London (Bar)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Mathew Purchase KC is an erudite education specialist with a deep knowledge of judicial review, contract law and school exclusion matters. He represents a diverse list of clients in complex equality law claims and has notable experience handling cases at the intersection between education and employment law.

Strengths

Mathew worked on a very sensitive and complex case. He took to it immediately and was a joy to work with.

Matthew Purchase is very well established and a very reliable and steady pair of hands. He was super-efficient to work with.

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Employment - London (Bar)

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Mathew Purchase KC acts for employees, employers and trade unions across a wide range of employment law issues, representing clients in the High Court, Employment Appeal Tribunal and Court of Appeal. He is well regarded by clients for his work in relation to discrimination and collective labour law, among other matters. He has also served on the Attorney General's A Panel.

Strengths

Mathew Purchase is a calm, thoughtful and strategic adviser. He is creative in his tactical thinking whilst maintaining a keen focus on the desired final outcome.

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