Charlie is particularly well regarded for his commercial nous and sector expertise in financial services. ‘He is excellent at drafting, works very hard, is clear and has great knowledge of the details of the case.’ ‘He is thorough and his paperwork is robust. Charlie is a measured and persuasive advocate whom judges take to immediately.’ “

Chambers UK 2024, Commercial Dispute Resolution

Charlie is a well regarded barrister for his commercial and financial services expertise, which is supported by 15 years’ prior experience as an investment banker.

Recent work includes:

  • Advised a Singapore based hedge fund in relation to the contract of one its star fund managers.
  • Numerous interest rate swaps advices, including advice on questions of breach of statutory duty under FSMA 2000, negligence, misrepresentation and breach of fiduciary duty.
  • Represented an international wholesale bank in a professional negligence claim against a surveyor. Advised on numerous issues as well as drafted pleadings.
  • Acted for an IFA in a professional negligence claim. Successful in application for summary judgment/strike out on grounds of limitation and failure of novation.
  • Acted against a high-street bank in relation to the mis-selling of a loan and alleged negligence.

Directory Quotes

Charlie is an exceptional and persuasive advocate, with a calm but imposing advocacy style. He also displays a meticulous attention to detail when working on papers and builds easy rapport with clients.”

The Legal 500 2024, Commercial Litigation

Charlie is commercial, good with numbers, and able to get to the heart of matters quickly.”

The Legal 500 2024, Company and Insolvency

Charlie is known for his work in company and chancery litigation, with a particular skill for understanding complex financial details. ‘He gets to grips with matters very quickly and has a great economic background. He presents in a friendly way which is effective.’ “

Chambers UK 2024, Company

Charlie  is particularly well regarded for his commercial nous and sector expertise in financial services, which is supported by 15 years’ prior experience as an investment banker. ‘Charlie is an excellent commercial counsel. He has a good court presence and excellent client skills.’ “

Chambers UK 2023, Commercial Dispute Resolution

Charlie is commercially minded and extremely able. He is good at quickly getting to grips with the crux of a complicated factual matrix. He offers commercial solutions to intractable problems.”

Legal 500 2023, Commercial Litigation

Charlie is known for his work in company and chancery litigation, with a particular skill for understanding complex financial details. He has experience appearing before both the High Court and the Court of Appeal.”

Chambers UK 2023, Company

Charlie is strong in his analysis of legal points.”

Chambers UK 2022, Commercial Dispute Resolution

Excellent – flexible, supportive and very easy to work with.”

CHAMBERS UK 2021, Commercial Dispute Resolution
  • Qualifications & awards:

    • MA Oxford University (St Peter’s College)
    • GDL and BPTC (College of Law)
  • Professional memberships:

    • Commercial Bar Association
    • Chancery Bar Association
  • Charlie Newington-Bridges is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.