Bryan Cox KC
holds the court's sustained attention and notice when on his feet.'
St Pauls Chambers is ‘a very experienced criminal law chambers with significant talent at every level’. In a prominent work highlight, Nick Worsley KC successfully defended a man who was acquitted of both murder and attempted murder after his brother-in-law was stabbed; the defendant had been jointly charged with his father. Sam Green KC‘s recent caseload includes prosecuting in high-profile murders; he acts as joint head of chambers with newly appointed silk Denise Breen-Lawton KC, who is ’extremely impressive‘ and has an excellent reputation for handling complex fraud work, terrorism cases, and serious sexual offences, to name a few areas. Helen Chapman is ’very poised‘ and ’a great trial tactician‘. The senior end of the team was also bolstered by the elevation of James Bourne-Arton KC to silk in the 2024 round.
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- 'The clerks' room is superbly led by Jayne Drake, who provides an excellent service, bringing a very business-savvy nous. Jayne is well-supported by Kelly Staniforth, who is uber-efficient and always prompt at responding to all enquiries, calls and emails.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is excellent, well organised and a good communicator.'
- 'Jayne Drake is extremely efficient and personable.'
- 'Jayne Drake knows the business very well.'
- 'Jayne Drake makes the impossible possible.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is an exceptional clerk.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is outstanding.'
- 'Kelly Staniforth is impeccable at her job and keeps things running to a high a standard.'
- 'St Paul’s is a strong set, filled with excellent counsel.'
- 'A strong stable full of thoroughbreds.'
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Leading silks
2024 Silks
James Bourne-Arton KC
Denise Breen-Lawton KC
Denise is a truly exceptional advocate. Her mastery of complex and vast cases is second only to her ability to convey the same to a jury in a clear, digestible and persuasive manner. She is a dogged defender; you would want her in your corner if you were in trouble.'
Meilleurs Juniors
Helen Chapman
She is both tactically astute and hugely effective when cross examining, even on the most sensitive of trials. She is an outstanding advocate.'
Kristina Goodwin
She is tactically brilliant, methodical and persuasive.'
George Hazel-Owram
George goes the extra mile for his clients. He is a top-tier court advocate: his courtroom presence is modest and unassuming yet his advocacy is commanding. His witness handling is empathetic – even when cross-examining - and this approach means that he is devastatingly effective in trials before a jury.'