Coram Chambers are proud to have gained five promotions and two new rankings, all in Children, this year in Chambers and Partners UK Bar Guide.
Our strong reputation and track record has been recognised once again in the following categories:
Court of Protection: Health and Welfare
Family: Children
Family: Matrimonial Finance
Anne Marie Glover and Sophie Hill gained new rankings in Band 4.
The full rankings and quotes are as follows:
Mark Twomey KC – STAR individual
“Mark Twomey conducts deadly cross-examination in a very polite and measured manner.”
“He’s got a wonderful manner with clients and he demands respect the moment you enter the courtroom.”
“Mark Twomey is at the top of his game. He’s innovative and comes up with new legal points in a way that’s impressive to see in the biggest cases.”
Shiva Ancliffe KC – Band 3
“Absolutely excellent, she adopts a measured approach and can hold the ear of the judge. She cross-examines with remarkable precision.”
“Highly forensic and on top of the issues, she always takes a dignified and humane approach.”
“She’s a fearless advocate.”
Michael Horton KC – Band 3 – Matrimonial Finance
“Michael Horton is completely brilliant at what he does. He’s quick on his feet and open to thoughts and ideas from clients, solicitors and junior barristers. Michael cares about the clients and is available to chat and assist no matter how small the case may be or how busy his diary is.”
“Michael Horton is a very lovely, charming advocate.”
“He is very versatile and a great advocate.”
Nicholas O’Brien – Band 2 – Court of Protection: Health & Welfare
“Nicholas is a brilliant advocate.”
Martha Cover – Band 1 – Children
“No matter which party she’s representing, she’ll have every angle covered and will be a determined advocate for that client.”
“She has an amazing ability to think outside the box. Very kind to the clients, she’s never judgemental and doesn’t get frustrated.”
“Her oral advocacy is always a pleasure to listen to.”
Victoria Roberts – Band 2 – Children – Up from Band 3 last year
“Impresses with the way she carries herself in court. She handles difficult opponents well and deals skilfully with clients.”
“No one does more hard work and preparation for a case.”
“She has a fantastic brain and is a great cross-examiner.”
Dermot Casey – Band 3 – Children – Up from Band 4 last year
“An excellent advocate; he is a wonderful orator, who provides compelling arguments for the client. He has the recent case law at his fingertips and applies it well.”
“He gets into the nooks and crannies of cases, and is very adept at exposing weaknesses in his opponents’ positions. He does so in a very understated but effective way.”
Judith Pepper – Band 3 – Children – Up from Band 4 last year
“Her advocacy skills are fantastic. She is so measured and so well prepared.”
“Judith Pepper has a superb grasp of her cases.”
Kate Hudson – Band 3 – Children – Up from Band 4 last year
“Kate is very robust in her approach. She is meticulous in her preparation and isn’t afraid to give unpopular advice.”
“Kate Hudson is a very good advocate, who is very well prepared.”
Alex Laing – Band 4 – Children
“Incredibly responsive and reliable, he has a handle on all aspects of family law and really cares about people and the outcomes of cases.”
“He’s so committed to the client’s cause, whilst at the same time being laser-focused on the issues.”
“Alex has sound knowledge and grasps all the issues well.”
Alison Easton – Band 4 – Children
“Forensically astute, she is measured, professional and skilled in her approach to cases. Judges must heave a sigh of relief when they see she is instructed in complex cases.”
“She’s extremely balanced in her approach, meticulous and well prepared. Her advocacy is excellent – she doesn’t use 35 words where one will do. She’s concise and has the ear of the court.”
Anarkali Musgrave – Band 4 – Children
“Anarkali Musgrave handles clients with sensitivity and understanding.”
“She is fearless when addressing the court and is an excellent advocate.”
“Extremely thorough and is always looking to take practical steps forward. She’s also good at translating bad news into good.”
Anna Walsh – Band 4 – Children – up from Up & coming
“A great advocate who is responsive and very approachable.”
“Always well prepared and on top of the issues.”
“She’s a highly intelligent, empathetic and accomplished advocate.”
Anne-Marie Glover – Band 4 – Children – new ranking
“She calmly goes through everything in a methodical way, and is an effective advocate who produces good written work.”
“Outstanding in the detail she brings to her work, she provides very comprehensive notes and delivers excellent arguments in a clear way.”
Christopher Archer – Band 4 – Children
“Chris is liked by all clients, professional and lay alike, as he has a very calm manner and is impressive in terms of his attention to detail. He instils confidence in clients as they instinctively know he will deliver the best arguments to put across their position.”
“A fearless, robust advocate who is meticulous in his preparation.”
“Clear in his advice at every stage.”
Ramanjit Kang – Band 4 – Children
“Really tenacious and also very tactically astute. She can get her head round difficult cases.”
“Ramanjit shows great commitment on the cases she works on and it is clear that she really cares.”
“Ramanjit Kang has a very keen eye for detail when tackling complex matters.”
Sarah Branson – Band 4 – Children
“Tenacious, well prepared and very committed to her clients.”
“Sarah Branson is fearless and gives robust, solid analysis.”
“A highly experienced junior, who’s very wise. She gives balanced views on cases and is always thorough.”
Sarah Tyler – Band 4 – Children
“Very personable, approachable and responsive, she reads everything twice and comes up with some inventive angles of approach. Her cross-examination is faultless as well. “
“A master of the detail, she manages to absorb papers and distil them down to key issues.”
“Combines tenacity with sensitivity, and always wins the respect and confidence of the court.”
Sophie Hill – Band 4 – Children – new ranking
“Sophie Hill can be relied upon to give her all for her clients. Her attention to detail in complex matters represents a real strength, as does her empathy.”
“A firm and steady advocate, who immerses herself in the details of a case and applies the law and real-life awareness to her advice.”
“Sophie is a very effective advocate, who is compassionate and highly competent.”
Alex Laing – Band 3 – Matrimonial finance
“Incredibly responsive and reliable, he has a handle on all aspects of family law and really cares about people and the outcomes of cases.”
“He’s so committed to the client’s cause, whilst at the same time being laser-focused on the issues.”
“Alex has sound knowledge and grasps all the issues well.”
Greg Williams – Band 3 – Matrimonial finance
“Determined, composed, thoughtful and a very good advocate. He reads and absorbs everything.”
“He’s always perfect with clients and so nuanced and composed when it comes to dealing with tricky cases.”
“Pragmatic and easy to understand, he makes complicated areas of law seem simple.”
Matthew Richardson – Band 4 – Matrimonial finance
“Matthew Richardson gives sound advice to clients and adopts a pragmatic approach to his cases. He has a thorough knowledge of the law and is calm and controlled in court.”
“Matthew is impeccably well prepared and very good at getting onto the client’s level, no matter what they’re like. He’s a very compassionate person, who’s very human in his approach.”
“He is both empathetic and fierce.”
Sophie Hill – Band 4 – Matrimonial finance
“Sophie Hill can be relied upon to give her all for her clients. Her attention to detail in complex matters represents a real strength, as does her empathy.”
“A firm and steady advocate, who immerses herself in the details of a case and applies the law and real-life awareness to her advice.”
“Sophie is a very effective advocate, who is compassionate and highly competent.”
Client Service
Our clerking team was again praised for their dedication to delivering top tier client service.
“I am very happy with the level of service provided by the clerks, especially deputy senior clerks David Sadler and George Mo, who are outstanding.”
“Coram’s clerks are excellent. They are helpful, personable and go out of their way to make sure that your client is most appropriately and effectively represented.”
“Hudson Brewer, director of clerking, has sculpted a very user-friendly clerking team who are on it.”
“Superb clerks who are quick on the ball year-round. Honest and transparent at every step, they do their best to help in any way they can. The set is top of the tree when it comes to clerking.”
“The clerks will endeavour to offer the most suitable counsel and move things around to fit a hearing.”
The editorial on Coram Chambers within Chambers & Partners 2022 can be found here.
