Chancery: Traditional

XXIV Old Buildings is an established and highly respected traditional chancery chambers. "They have some of the very top contentious trust specialists in the field and regularly advise on the most complex international matters," comments one source. Another states that there is "always a safe pair of hands for complex matters at all levels within the set. Their members are able to get to grips with factually difficult cases quickly and act promptly to protect our clients' interests." The set is noted for the depth of its expertise in offshore matters and its ability to tackle complex commercial cases. Recently, the set has been acting in the high-profile Wong v Grand View matter, which concerns a major Bermudian trust dispute.

"Paul Horsfield, head of clerking at XXIV Old Buildings, is really down to earth, very nice to deal with, and gets straight to the point."

"The clerks have always been very responsive and a pleasure to deal with."

"The clerks at XXIV are responsive, professional and always there when you need them."

Elspeth Talbot Rice KC has an exceptional reputation at the traditional chancery Bar and is also noted for her skilful handling of large offshore matters. She is frequently sought after for the most complex, high-profile and high-value matters. "Elspeth is a real pleasure to deal with, clients love her and she gives robust advice." "Elspeth is terrifyingly clever, a phenomenally hard worker, all over the detail and very client-friendly." "I regard her as a top barrister. She is extremely analytical, straightforward, strategic in her advocacy and a pleasure to work with."

Andrew Holden is noted for his skilful handling of a wide variety of matters, including complex trusts, disputed wills and estates work. He attracts instructions in both UK-based and offshore cases, and is particularly well known for his handling of matters concerning protectors. "He is a trust and chancery expert. He is very clever." "He was very effective and very commercially sensible." "He's so intelligent but just so good at explaining things to clients. His written work is incredible."

Bajul Shah maintains an excellent reputation at the traditional chancery Bar, regularly assistingtrustees and high net worth individuals on a wide range of matters. He is noted for his handling of offshore and cross-border matters. "He's such a safe pair of hands. He's personable and inspires confidence." "He is absolutely charming and he charms judges. As an advocate he is able to make the judge see what he wants them to see. He is very technical, measured and commercial."

Edward Cumming KC is respected for his handling of high-value cases across the full breadth of traditional chancery law. He regularly acts for very wealthy individuals. "Edward brings huge energy and fight to the cases he works on. He's a real team player and very client-focused." "He is very responsive, which is really important for these kinds of cases. He is a formidable opponent and a top silk in this space." "Edward is brilliant and has the ear of the court."

Elizabeth Weaver is an eminent junior with a broad traditional chancery practice, who is frequently instructed in high-value matters, including cross-border cases. She handles a wide array of work, including trust disputes. "She is very experienced. She has the ability to break things down into quite simple propositions, which is favoured by judges and clients alike. She is also very methodical and calm, which is great." "I find her extremely effective both on paper and in court. She is very clear-thinking, she knows the field well and she is very strategic and sensible. I think she has the ear of the court." "She is very good in court, has a great client manner and great written work, and all this just shows how experienced she is."

David Brownbill KC is a highly respected silk whose broad traditional chancery practice includes frequent instructions in complex matters both onshore and offshore. He is also noted for the depth of his technical knowledge. "David is thoughtful and practical and very good with clients."

Daniel Warents handles sizeable trusts and probate disputes and has expertise in matters with commercial, tax and fraud elements to them. "Daniel is my go-to barrister for both commercial and contentious probate matters. He is an absolute pleasure to work with and clients love him. He is quick and thorough and always goes the extra mile." "He's an exceptional barrister. He is very pragmatic and is good with clients. He is also good with judges, he is very clear, and the quality of written submissions is also top notch." "He's incredibly quick and his analytical brain is brilliant."

Francis Tregear KC is a respected silk with a well-established traditional chancery practice. He is a recognised authority on offshore and overseas matters, and has been called to the Bar of the Eastern Caribbean. He has an impressive depth of experience in trust and estate matters, and is particularly noted for his expertise in contentious proceedings. "Francis is very thorough and gets the result required." "He is extremely versatile, very easy to work with and very committed to his clients. He provides sophisticated advice on complex points. He is very dedicated and bright, with abrilliant legal mind."

James Fennemore has a broad practice which  spans claims for the removal of trustees, offshore trust and estate disputes, claims under the Inheritance Act and proprietary estoppel claims. "James is fantastically clever and hard-working. I really enjoy working with him across the spectrum of cases." "He is one of the brightest lawyers I have worked with. He has really excellent written advocacy and he is very sensible and pragmatic. All-round gold star." "He is one of the up-and-coming barristers at the set. He is incredibly clever and is able to pick up complicated matters very quickly. He is a star of the future."

Timothy Sherwin has a traditional chancery practice that sees him undertaking contentious trusts, probate and succession cases, as well as Court of Protection matters. He has appeared in a number of important cases of late, some of them stretching in value into the hundreds of millions of pounds. "Timothy is a strong advocate, but he's a hard-working barrister who will look at the detail - all the extent of it - and push hard for the client." "Tim gives clear and straightforward advice. He gets quickly to the heart of complex documents and forms a clear, compelling and authoritative view on the resolution." "Timothy Sherwin is exceptional. He is an excellent strategist and tactician on complex matters. He is also an extremely effective advocate."

Adam Cloherty KC has a wide-ranging practice and is frequently instructed on wills, trusts and estates matters. He has established impressive expertise in cross-border funds and charities litigation, and is also known for his work handling financial services and insolvency disputes. "Adam is an absolute star through and through. He gives quick, practical advice and is charming to deal with." "He was turning round work at weekends and his advocacy was excellent. He was a tough negotiator, fantastic with the client, and is a first-rate lawyer." "Adam is brilliantly clever, a very effective advocate, and will make points very well against a judge."