Insolvency

XXIV Old Buildings

Noted for having broad expertise in insolvency and restructuring cases, members at XXIV Old Buildings handle a range of matters, from corporate and personal insolvency work to contentious and non-contentious matters. Barristers are often instructed in cases involving offshore issues in the Channel Islands and Gibraltar. Edward Cumming KC specialises in corporate insolvency and bankruptcy, and Elspeth Talbot Rice KC acted for Barclays Bank in the case GTC v Zedra/Barclays which dealt with a claim in Jersey. Stuart Adair is noted for his ‘in-depth knowledge of insolvency law,’ while Jessica Lavelle and Alex Peplow are names to watch.

L’éditorial du Legal 500

Profil: xxiv.co.uk

Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

'They are a great chambers.'
'Brilliant clerking led by Paul Horsfield.'
'Excellent set, many good barristers.'
'Great clerks. Very personable and ready to help.'
'Perry Brown is the glue that binds Chambers. His friendly and pragmatic approach combined with a keen desire to help Chambers professional clients is second to none. He's a real jewel in Chambers already impressive arsenal.'

Avocats

Leading silks

Edward Cumming KC

Stephen Moverley Smith KC

Elspeth Talbot Rice KC

Elspeth really knows her stuff, is clear in her advice, doesn’t overstate the merits and makes herself available at short notice when needed.’

Francis Tregear KC

Meilleurs Juniors

Stuart Adair

‘Stuart’s particular strength is his in-depth knowledge of insolvency law, which he combines with civilised aggression in advancing his client’s case.’

Hugh Miall

‘Strategic mastermind.’

Daniel Warents

‘Daniel is an exceptional advocate, with an amazing talent when it comes to explaining complex legal issues. His cross-examination is also strong, with a superb instinct for knowing when to stop and when to press on. He always gives sound commercial advice in a way that clients understand.’

Edward Knight

‘Edward’s USP is that he is also a trained accountant, so his skills with numbers and accounts are invaluable when it comes to complex insolvency claims.’

Rising stars

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