Chambers Review

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Employment - London (Bar)
2
Band 2
What the Team is Known For

Essex Court Chambers is a formidable commercial set with substantial experience of employment litigation in the High Court and above, including on behalf of financial services clients. One notable highlight saw members represent the claimant in the court of appeal in Benyatov v Credit Suisse, a matter concerned with "failure to protect from conviction."Interviewees report that the set has "extremely good employment expertise at silk and junior level" delivered by "barristers who are at the top of their game." The barristers' strengths extend to whistle-blowing and discrimination claims.

The senior clerk is Joe Ferrigno.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David Craig KC
David Craig KC
Star Individuals

David Craig KC is renowned for his grasp of employment law and brilliance in the courtroom. He handles a variety of issues, including injunctive relief, team moves, remuneration, restrictive covenants and dismissals.

"Davis isalready at the top of his game."

"David is phenomenal: his presentation before a tribunal was an absolute joy to behold."

"David is a 'go to' member of Chambers for our firm."

Andrew Hochhauser KC
1
Andrew Hochhauser KC
1
Band 1

Andrew Hochhauser KC has established a strong reputation in the market as a powerful, resolute advocate who will aggressively fight the client's case. He regularly handles sophisticated High Court litigation and is a trusted counsel for both large commercial organisations and senior individuals. Many of his clients come from the financial services sector.

"Andrew is superb."

"Andrew is as good as anybody on his feet. He's a brilliant, classical advocate."

"Andrew is at the top of his profession."

"Andrew is a peerless advocate."

"He's a genius - he's just wonderful. He worked unbelievable hours and was devoted to us. We felt very safe in his hands. He's very clever and quick."

Daniel Oudkerk KC
1
Daniel Oudkerk KC
1
Band 1

Daniel Oudkerk KC is recognised for his commercial approach and clear advice in complex employment matters. He has extensive experience of High Court litigation and is considered an expert in team move issues and restrictive covenant work.

"Daniel is one of our top picks for high stakes matters."

"Daniel is a master tactician."

"Daniel is completely on top of the detail and is incredibly sharp."

"Dan is at the top of the field for employment. He's super responsive and always makes himself available. He's particularly good at important strategic meetings and presents well to the c-suite."

"Dan is great tactical lawyer, he is fantastic in front of clients, works very well with the solicitor team and is an expert on team moves."

Charles Ciumei KC
2
Charles Ciumei KC
2
Band 2

Charles Ciumei KC handles sophisticated employment law issues, with a focus on injunction work and issues associated with the protection of confidential information and business secrets, such as restrictive covenant enforcement and whistle-blowing. Sources commend his strategic direction.

"Charles' commercial acumen is second to none."

"Charlesis excellent and is one of our top picks for high-stakes matters."

Jane Russell
2
Jane Russell
2
Band 2

Jane Russell has a broad employment practice, encompassing commercial matters such as bonus claims and team move litigation, as well as tribunal matters such as whistle-blowing claims and equality law. She is also junior counsel to the Crown on the government's 'A' panel.

"Jane has a great legal brain."

"Jane is utterly committed to cases. She knows the documents back to front and has a compelling and straightforward advocacy style. I'd recommend her to friends in need of employment advice."

"I have been very impressed; she is extremely capable and very good on her feet."

Edward Brown KC
4
Edward Brown KC
4
Band 4

Edward Brown KC has considerable experience of High Court litigation cases, with additional expertise in representing financial services clients in complex employment tribunal disputes. His practice covers a wide range of employment issues. He is particularly noted for his strength in cases concerning team moves, remuneration, misconduct and discrimination.

"Edward deals with curveballs without fluster."

"Edward is a really effective cross-examiner."

"Edward is an outstanding barrister."

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Freddie Onslow
U
Up and Coming

Freddie Onslow has substantive experience in relation to business protection issues such as team moves and restrictive covenants. In addition, she is equally adept at matters connected to discrimination in the workplace.

"Freddie is sharp and ultra efficient."

"Freddie is fantastic."

"Freddie is a calm, reassuring and thorough presence on a team move case. She is responsive, commercial and sensible. A great team player."

Ranked Barristers at
Essex Court Chambers

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Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Employment

David Craig KC
David Craig KC
Star Individuals
Andrew Hochhauser KC
1
Andrew Hochhauser KC
1
Band 1
Daniel Oudkerk KC
1
Daniel Oudkerk KC
1
Band 1
Charles Ciumei KC
2
Charles Ciumei KC
2
Band 2
Edward Brown KC
4
Edward Brown KC
4
Band 4

Juniors

London (Bar)

Employment

Jane Russell
2
Jane Russell
2
Band 2
U
Freddie Onslow
U
Up and Coming