Chancery

Parklane Plowden is a notable set which is particularly well known among interviewees for traditional chancery work. Barristers at Parklane Plowden also handle commercial work, including company and partnership matters. One interviewee comments: "The set has a large number of contentious probate specialists across a range of different experience levels, ensuring it has someone within the client's budget." Another adds: "There is an excellent scope from juniors to experienced counsel."

"The clerking team is excellent."

"The clerking team is helpful and does its best to assist."

"The clerking is second to none."

"A great clerking team led by Stephen Render. They understand what is needed and make sure you are always kept informed."

Anna Metcalfe has particular expertise in trust and probate litigation, including Inheritance Act claims, Part 64 applications and will challenges. She also represents clients involved in Court of Protection proceedings and handles property disputes. "Anna is a very good advocate and a genuine specialist in contentious probate and trusts." "Anna is fiercely bright in her advice. Her advice is very well thought out and her analytical skills are also excellent." "Anna is highly capable and approachable. Her work is detailed and advice pragmatic, and she really brings a sense of teamwork to matters, which is appreciated by instructing solicitors and clients."

Nicola Phillipson carries out a range of chancery work, with particular expertise in probate matters and Inheritance Act claims. She also assists clients with matters relating to wills, estate administration and capacity issues. "Nicola is approachable, down to earth and gives practical advice. She's great at unlocking complex family matters and thinking of a solution no one else has thought of." "Nicola is very easy to work with and can absorb difficult issues and then provide sensible and robust solutions."

Sarah Harrison is a highly regarded chancery practitioner with a strong reputation in the North Eastern Bar. She focuses on contentious probate and disputed trust cases. She also has experience working on professional negligence claims, Court of Protection applications and related tax matters. "She is very knowledgeable and gives clear and concise advice from the outset. Sarah is formidable, both in writing and on her feet. She is a ferocious advocate who I always want on my side." "Sarah is technical and strategically brilliant. Her ability to advise on tax in addition to chancery work is incredibly useful; clients receive a truly specialist service for a very reasonable price." "Her academic knowledge is absolutely unrivalled, but she also demonstrates a willingness to offer practical and strategic advice. Clients appreciate her direct no-nonsense approach and trust in her."

Cait Sweeney has an extremely well-established chancery practice. She is regularly instructed in contentious probate matters and Inheritance Act claims. "Cait Sweeney is able to pick up difficult matters and give the client reassurance that she is on top of the case. She is able to show a mastery of the law but make it look easy." "Cait is always a wonderful barrister to work with as she supports the work you do." "Cait is always willing to help and is very good to work with. She is good on her feet and takes a very practical approach."

Dominic Crossley is an established chancery litigation practitioner with experience in trust and property disputes. He is well regarded by peers and instructing solicitors alike. "Dominic continues, as ever, to offer pragmatic advice and is good with clients." "Dominic is an incredibly safe pair of hands in regards to property work with chancery elements." "Dominic is a solid operator, very focussed on property."

Marisa Lloyd is particularly noted for her work on contentious wills, trusts and probate matters. She is also experienced in property disputes. "She really knows her stuff as chancery counsel. I wouldn't go to anyone else for real contentious probate work as she is a really good advocate who knows when to put the foot on the gas and when not." "Marisa is fantastic to work with. She is efficient, clear and concise, and straight talking. She offers pragmatic solutions to litigation and ultimately wants to help clients."

Sean Kelly is an experienced barrister recognised for his broad-based expertise in chancery and commercial matters. He advises on partnership disputes, professional negligence and insolvency cases. He also handles non-contentious work and advises on transactional matters touching upon partnership and company law. "Sean's greatest strength is that he is equally as good on his feet in Court as he is in his drafting. Sean is my first choice Counsel to deal with any complex or high value claim." "Features of Sean's counsel include the clarity of advice with attention to detail. Work is completed in a timely manner and he is approachable with follow-up queries and amendments."

Stuart Roberts has a wide-ranging chancery practice which encompasses both traditional and commercial law. He is often instructed in contentious probate matters. "Stuart is an excellent counsel; always provides excellent advice and reassurance. He has a great ability to judge the merits and practicality of matters." "Stuart is a top quality barrister."