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Houses considerable expertise in an array of company law matters. Notable experience in the handling of shareholder disputes, freezing order petitions and share purchase agreements. The team is also well regarded for its expertise in bribery and trade secrets claims. The set’s clients include several companies, as well as company directors and shareholders across a wide range of industries. Instructing solicitors praise the barristers as ‘very approachable, friendly and keen to help.’ “

The clerking team is very friendly and efficient. ‘The clerks are very effective; they always give realistic fee estimates and stick to them.’ ‘The clerks do an excellent job engaging with solicitors and are very trustworthy – you can rely on their advice and guidance when instructing counsel.’ “

An established set on the Western Circuit, St John’s houses a strong bench of sought-after commercial barristers and a wealth of expertise in commercial litigation, mediations and arbitrations. Instructing solicitors describe the set as ‘a modern, approachable chambers with a good spread of barristers to choose from.’ “

Very professional and approachable: they’re always able to assist and are extremely well organised, and take deadlines seriously. ‘I think the set has one of the best clerking teams I know – they’re always very accommodating and always do their best to find someone at short notice.’ “

Enjoys a rock solid reputation for quality whether fielding counsel for claimants or the defence. The set has continued to bolster its presence in this market by cultivating a strong bench of expert junior juniors in addition to its more established barristers, as evidenced by the entry of two up-and-comers into the ranks this year. Members possess deep experience across all facets of clinical negligence work, extending to fatal surgical error or misdiagnosis.”

The clerking service is amazing. They are very quick to respond and very proactive. ‘The clerks at St John’s are excellent. They respond to emails extremely promptly and are on the ball when it comes to fee estimates and turnaround times.’ “