Consumer Law

Claire Andrews has an extensive track record of handling consumer law cases and advising, lecturing and writing on points of interest pertaining to consumer law. She is noted for her particular acumen in matters relating to product labelling and borderline medical supplements. She is also well versed in alternative dispute resolution and has experience of appearing as adjudicator, mediator and arbitrator.

"She is very senior and terrific on anything food or cosmetics related in particular."

Fred Philpott has been at the Bar throughout the lifetime of the Consumer Credit Act and is a leading expert on it. He regularly advises on the regulatory aspects of the Act and defends retailers accused of putting forward misleading prices. He also handles cases concerning matters such as food safety, unfair commercial practices and consumer debt.

"Fred is independent minded, creative in his thinking and a man who knows consumer law backwards."

"The best there is in his field."

"Fred Philipott is flexible, adaptable to client needs and someone who can go into however much detail you require."

"Fred Philpott has seen it all, done it all and said it all. He has all the experience that flows from years at the Bar."

Jonathan Kirk KC regularly defends high-profile corporations against claims of mis-selling and is an expert at advising companies nationwide on their regulatory and enforcement concerns. He is also the editor of the Pink Book on consumer law.

"Jonathan's advocacy skills at trial are really impressive."

"The leader in big ticket consumer litigation and an advocate capable of dealing with complex public law issues."

"He is very easy to approach and a man willing to give honest opinions and feedback. He gives clear advice promptly and is open to free-ranging discussions around matters."

Cameron Crowe regularly tackles significant and complex trading standards cases, and has appeared on behalf of national and regional investigation teams prosecuting thelargest matters nationwide. He also defends in investigations brought by the Competition and Markets Authority, and advises large corporations on the application and enforcement of consumer law.

"A diligent advocate with a criminal law background who has a wide ranging and versatile practice."

"Cameron is tenacious, proportionate and reasonable, and a barrister of sound judgment."

"Cameron is a class act. He is a polished advocate who doesn't take bad points."

David Travers KC focuses his work on cases of a highly complex or sensitive nature, particularly those concerning food safety. He both defends and prosecutes, and appears on behalf of businesses and local and national government bodies. He is particularly noted for his work in matters involving technical or scientific evidence.

"David is very clever and switched-on. He understands the issues and gets complicated points across to his clients."

"David Travers is a first-rate lawyer who is excellent at jury advocacy."

"David is a very diligent advocate."

"David is ridiculously clever and a very personable, affable barrister. He is a highly relatable character, who can speak to judge or jury with equal facility."

Iain MacDonald's diverse consumer law practice takes in food law and trading standards matters in both the Crown and Magistrates' Courts. He regularly acts for well-known retailers, local authorities and regulatory bodies such as the Civil Aviation Authority.

"Iain is a calm, measured and excellent advocate."

"Iain is very pragmatic and very sensible."

"Ian is hugely intelligent, hugely experienced and very commercially astute."

Jonathan Goulding specialises in consumer and regulatory law after having spent his formative years as a common lawyer. He advises on both sides of consumer law, tackling criminal prosecutions as well as civil actions. His knowledge encompasses such diverse areas as food safety, consumer protection and fraud.

"Jon adopts an excellent and reassuring manner with clients."

"Jonathan is diligent and has a broad skillset."

"Extremely experienced and a pleasure to work with. He's very able and very popular with lay clients, not least because he brings humour to proceedings."

Simon Popplewell advises large corporations and smaller traders on legal issues, including unfair terms in consumer contracts, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. Simon has acted for household names such as BT and Sky as well as a host of smaller companies.

"Simon is exceptional."

"Simon is commercially-minded in his advice, and guides clients to the best outcome they can reach confronted with the issues they are facing."

Alison Lambert is regularly instructed by local authorities, police authorities and trading standards departments to prosecute all types of regulatory crime. She is well-versed in cases involving unfair trading, the Trade Marks Act and the Food Safety Act.

"Alison has excellent analytical skills and is able to provide clear concise legal advice at all stages of a case. She is calm both on her feet and in conference."

Anna Medvinskaia regularly represents businesses, directors and enforcing authorities in unfair trading, food law and financial regulation cases, among other matters. Her consumer law practice is aided by her background in the European Commission's consumer enforcement unit.

"Anna Medvinskaia is very personable, knowledgeable and someone who takes a very commercial approach."

"Anna can be wholeheartedly trusted to get to grips with complex questions very quickly. She delivers pragmatic advice in a way that is easy to understand."

"Anna is a very strong individual with great analytical skills."

Laura Phillips receives praise from peers and instructing solicitors for her committed advocacy in consumer-related cases. Her expansive practice encompasses health and safety, food safety, planning and environmental law, among other areas. She acts for a wide range of clients including individuals, businesses and public bodies.

"Laura is incredibly hardworking, has excellent attention to detail and is very proactive on cases."

"Laura Phillips is a superb lawyer and a superb advocate."

"Laura is precise in her language and very persuasive in her written work."

"Laura is very collaborative and thorough."

Lee Finch has grown his reputation in the area of consumer law by handling a wide range of sophisticated claims. He is routinely instructed by both companies and individuals on compliance and regulation matters, and possesses considerable knowledge relating to unfair terms.

"Lee is very knowledgeable, strategic, great with clients and easy to work with."

"Lee is a real team player and his advocacy is great."

"Lee is a barrister with skills beyond his years."

Stuart Jessop is a frequent defender of farmers, farms and meat sellers in criminal cases, and he is adept at food and product safety consumer law disputes. His practice further includes the representation of local authorities in criminal prosecutions, and he is praised for his drafting skills, as well as his ability to build strong relationships.

"David is a fantastic advocate with a fine way of dealing with witnesses in cross-examination. He is quietly spoken and can establish a rapport with judges."

"Stuart Jessops is very able. He's a pleasure to work with and very hardworking."

Ian Thomas is a highly capable barrister and noted food law specialist, known for representing individuals, local and national companies and government bodies in food safety and trading standards cases.

"Fantastic with clients, very able and a master of very complicated legal arguments."

"Ian Thomas is extremely responsive and can distil technical points into easily digestible bites. He's also excellent for the instructing solicitor as he manages expectations really well."

Kevin de Haan KC handles consumer law cases as part of a flourishing practice that also takes in health and safety, licensing and environment matters. He is an expert on enforcement and European legislation.

"Kevin is very impressive. He's meticulous, brilliant with clients and hugely experienced."

Michael Coley is developing a strong practice in the consumer law space. He has particular expertise in acting for the Civil Aviation Authority in consumer matters.

"Michael delivers thoroughly researched advice under significant time pressure and makes himself available for follow-up support."

"Michael thinks through relevant issues well and is very user-friendly."

Robin Kingham has a burgeoning consumer law practice and advises clients on both civil and criminal consumer work. He frequently appears both for the prosecution and for defendants. On the criminal front he has prosecuted on behalf of a number of regulatory authorities, including on a standing basis for two National Trading Standards teams.

"Robin Kingham is as calm and collected a practitioner as you could hope to meet. In court, he is very strong in terms of his advocacy."

"He is serene under fire."

Sabrina Goodchild is building a well-regarded practice in the consumer law sector. She has experience of advising the FCA and has prosecuted in a range of courts, including the Court of Appeal.Her work coversthe whole range of consumer law, from mis-selling litigation to the prosecution of rogue traders.

"Sabrina Goodchild is a super character who is an exceptionally good junior in highly pressured cases."

"Sabrina is really hardworking and has a calm demeanour and a level head."