Group Litigation

Charles Dougherty KC has broad experience in group litigation. He is often sought out to defend large claims relating to personal injury, medical devices and human rights breaches.

"I find Charles to be very client-friendly and easy to work with, with a slick strategic mind."

"Charles is really committed to fighting his clients' cases."

"Charles is a real superstar and really bright. He very quickly identifies key points and issues, and comes up with commercially focused, pragmatic solutions."

Gareth Shires is a distinguished practitioner in group litigation thanks to his work in key cases, including data protection and vehicle emissions claims.

"Gareth works fantastically hard and he is very clever and user-friendly. He provides really good insight on group actions."

"He is the guru on emissions and has done a huge amount to bring those cases forward. Nobody is better informed than he is on emissions."

"Gareth is just brilliant. He is involved in more pieces of group litigation than any other barrister I know."

Marie Louise Kinsler KC has a leading group litigation practice. She is especially noted for her work in international group claims accusing mineral and oil companies of environmental and human rights abuses.

"She provides nuanced and hugely insightful advice."

"Marie's standout skill is her expertise in jurisdiction and foreign law; she is encyclopedic in her knowledge."

"Marie is unparalleled in terms of breaking down issues and walking judges through them."

Alistair Mackenzie focuses his practice on group litigation arising from environmental damage and product liability. With expertise in private international law, he is highly sought after in cross-border group litigation.

"Alistair is an excellent junior. His knowledge of foreign jurisdiction law is outstanding."

"He's just incredibly diligent, hard-working and always gets the work done to a high standard."

"Very smart, highly experienced and provides great advocacy."

"Alistair does claimant and defendant work, so he has insight into what is going on on the other side."

"Alistair drafts really well and has a can-do attitude."

Andrew Bershadski has extensive experience handling complex international group claims in the personal injury space, generally on behalf of mining and natural resources companies. He also works in cases concerning alleged human rights abuses.

"Andrew is a pleasure to work with. He's very user-friendly, provides clear, sound advice and has clear insights into the client's commercial needs."

"Andrew has very good commercial judgement, writes well and is a persuasive advocate."

Meghann McTague acts in high-profile group claims and has copious expertise in actions related to personal injury and human rights.

"Meghann is absolutely superb. She has all of the skills you look for in a junior."

"Meghann is really efficient, has clear views of things and is a straightforward advocate."

"Meghann is an outstanding senior junior - excellent advocacy skills and able to strike the right tone in court."