Professional Discipline

Ben Hubble KC is a highly regarded silk who is known for his deft handling of disciplinary matters, particularly those concerning the financial services and legal professions. He routinely attracts instructions in high-profile cases and regularly assists global law firms in complex regulatory proceedings.

"Ben is seriously impressive. He is incredibly smart but is always approachable and makes himself available where possible, even at short notice."

"A true specialist in the accountancy arena, he understands and gets accountants in a way which is rare. He always finds time and is always exceptional value."

"Always my first choice for a difficult case, especially involving professional regulation. He is the one you want to be fighting your corner."

Graeme McPherson KC is renowned for his deft handling of disciplinary proceedings in the sporting sector. He is a particular specialist in the remit of horse-racing regulation. He is also an accomplished advocate in relation to disciplinary matters within the financial services, veterinary and legal professions.

"A relentlessly robust advocate in court."

"An immensely hard-working, adaptable and savvy practitioner."

"His real strength is his advocacy. He is very straight-talking, with an incredible ability to work around the clock."

Helen Evans KC is sought after for high-profile FRC proceedings and for disciplinary matters involving barristers and solicitors.

"She has an exceptional ability to paint a picture for the tribunal and conveys her client's position with clarity with an utter determination for the case."

"Helen is probably the most hands-on KC I've ever worked with. She's extremely impressive both in terms of her knowledge and her ability to get up to speed."

"She is highly responsive and clear on her timelines. She is also fantastic on keeping up to date in the tribunal."

Patrick Lawrence KC is highly adept in disciplinary proceedings covering professions such as accountancy and the law. He is instructed to prosecute and defend, and has notable experience in allegations of misconduct concerning the broadcasting or sharing of information from court.

"He is a very clever, punchy advocate and is very effective."

"My favourite barrister, he is charming and a good advocate with good judgement."

Siân Mirchandani KC acts in disciplinary matters in a diverse spread of professions including architects, surveyors and veterinarians. Her veterinary clinical background means she is often instructed to represent veterinary professionals before the RCVS.

"Siân completely understands how the disciplinary process works and how to secure the best outcome for the client. She is very user-friendly and knowledgeable."

"As someone who previously trained as a vet, Siân is able to communicate with defendants and appointed experts in their language."

Clare Dixon KC is adroit in defending matters before both the Solicitors’ Disciplinary Tribunal and Bar Tribunal. She receives regular instructions from law firms to provide guidance on regulatory issues.

"Clare is quick on her feet and has a persuasive advocacy style. She grapples with legal issues while considering the commercial realities, delivering her advice in a down-to-earth manner."

"Clare is very efficient in her delivery of submissions and pragmatic in her conduct of a matter."

"It is so good to work with such a brilliant legal mind who makes things simple."

Paul Parker is a respected barrister with a broad disciplinary practice. He is experienced in challenges concerning the misapplication of conduct rules by various regulatory bodies. He has particular expertise in disciplinary work involving the accountancy, financial services and legal professions.

"He is very good at the solicitors' regulation side of things, especially with sensitive issues."

Scott Allen has strong experience covering disciplinary proceedings of the SRA in particular, as well as the FRC, ICAEW and other bodies. He has been involved in a number of high-profile cases in the legal and financial regulatory fields.

"Scott is confident and great at strategy. He is excellent across solicitors', accountants' and tax advisers' regulation."

"He is highly approachable, easy to work with and highly specialised."