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No5 Barristers' Chambers remains a go-to set for instructing solicitors seeking counsel for high-value and complex company law matters. Barristers at the set act in a range of shareholder disputes and are often instructed in international matters. A notable work highlight is acting for the defendant John Crocker in the Donna Powell v John Crocker case, involving a claim relating to a declaration of the validity of a shareholders’ agreement. Members of No5 are also well versed in advisory work, such as drafting share sale agreements, company resolutions and more. Home to both experienced silks and notable juniors, No5 offers expertise at all levels and is able to assist individuals, companies and partnerships with everything from everyday corporate matters to multiparty disputes. A source highlights that the set is "always willing to assist and be proactive in seeking the right level of experience".

Danny Griffiths is the director of clerking in Birmingham.

St Philips Chambers is well equipped to advise on the full range of company issues. Held in high esteem by their local, national and international clients, barristers at St Philips continue to take on challenging unfair prejudice, misfeasance and breach of fiduciary duty claims, among other matters. A notable work highlight for the set is representing the claimant in Syspal Capital Ltd v Truman, which concerns the purchase of a minority shareholder's shares and which the Court of Appeal has granted permission to appeal. Members regularly act in disputes regarding share agreements and other cases concerning the ownership of companies. A source praises the set for offering "accessible counsel" and a "team with wide experience".

Joe Wilson is chief executive and director of clerking.