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Stephen Walsh KC

UK Bar 2026

3 Raymond Buildings

Ranked in 3 practice areas

Licensing

London (Bar)

Health & Safety

London (Bar)

Inquests & Public Inquiries

London (Bar)

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Licensing - London (Bar)

Star Individuals

Individual Editorial

Stephen Walsh KC is a very highly thought-of standout KC and a silk of choice on licensing matters for prominent events spaces, casinos, late-night venues and restaurants. He is also adept at dealing with licence reviews, variations and new applications. He receives special praise for his practical approach to matters, his excellent client manner and his all-round regulatory knowledge.

Strengths

Stephen Walsh is eminently sensible, very pragmatic and exceptionally good with clients.

Stephen Walsh is incredibly bright and a great advocate. He is the 'magic circle' of the Bar.

Stephen Walsh is a brilliant advocate and very commercially aware.

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Health & Safety - London (Bar)

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Stephen Walsh KC manages a broad regulatory practice which encompasses health and safety law as well as food safety matters. He acts for both the defence and the prosecution, advising individual clients and corporate bodies on cases relating to fatal accidents and serious injuries. Walsh is also highly expert in construction, elite sports and fire safety.

Strengths

He is a go-to KC for this area of work. He has a really good way with clients and provides clear and concise advice on complex and interrelated issues.

He is unflappable under pressure.

Stephen Walsh is brilliant and very knowledgeable.

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Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Stephen Walsh KC is recognised in the market for his track record of handling difficult briefs in high-profile inquests and public inquiries. He is routinely instructed by a broad range of core participants, including professional associations, fire brigades and private companies. Walsh's expertise includes health and safety legislation, and the handling of inquiries into major disasters.