Ranking tables
Sport | UK Bar
The Regions (Bar)
Rankings overview for Sets
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- David Casement KC Kings Chambers23 Years Ranked
- Paul Gilroy KC 9 St John Street29 Years Ranked
- Christopher Quinlan KCGuildhall Chambers
- Richard Smith KCGuildhall Chambers
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- Laura Gould Old Square Chambers9 Years Ranked
- Steven Flynn Kings Chambers5 Years Ranked
- Martin BudworthKings Chambers
- Samuel JonesGuildhall Chambers
All Sets profiles
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1 Guildhall ChambersSport2024 | Band 1 | 4 Years RankedGuildhall Chambers is home to several accomplished sport law experts. Members of the set are frequently sought out to represent clients in complex matters relating to rugby, tennis, football, athletics and a host of other sports. Barristers at Guildhall are able to offer expert advice and representation in relation to disciplinary proceedings. Sources regard the barristers at Guildhall Chambers as excellent alternatives to London counsel. Recent work highlights include FA v Cristiano Ronaldo, a dispute arising after Ronaldo knocked a mobile phone from the hands of a spectator as he left the pitch.1 Kings ChambersSport2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years RankedThe barristers at Kings Chambers handle all manner of sports law cases, from agent disputes and other challenging contractual cases, to disciplinary hearings for footballers, boxers and jockeys. With such a diverse range of skills and expertise on offer, the set is well equipped to act for governing bodies as well as individual athletes. The set counts many high-profile sports clubs among its clients, including Premier League football clubs. Recent highlights include Worcester Warriors v Gloucester Rugby, a compensation claim arising from the failure to fulfil a fixture. Instructing solicitors report: "The barristers are very diligent and knowledgeable, working to tight timescales and very high standards."