News & Events: Paul Mertens
Pump Court Chambers ranked as a Band 1 set in Chambers & Partners 2026
We are incredibly pleased that Pump Court and its members have been recognised again in the latest edition of Chambers & Partners. As a set, Pump Court has maintained its Band 1 ranking in Family/Matrimonial and Ecclesiastical Law and as a Leading Set for Crime and Employment on the Western Circuit. This year Pump Court […]
Undercover Policing Inquiry’s Tranche 3 hearings start on Monday 13th October
On Monday 13th October 2025, the Undercover Policing Inquiry (UCPI) will start its Tranche 3 hearings with opening statements taking place across three days, followed by 31 days of evidence hearings. Tim Salisbury and Nazmeen Imambaccus are currently instructed as Deputy First Junior and Second Junior Counsel to the Inquiry respectively, while several other members of […]
The Legal 500 2026
We are delighted to announce that Pump Court’s members have obtained 82 individual rankings in the Legal 500 2026, including 21 new rankings and 12 promotions this year across our key practice areas and regions. Members of Chambers are ranked in the following areas: Crime (London and Western Circuit), Ecclesiastical Law, Employment (London and Western […]
Paul Mertens appointed to the Attorney-General London A Panel of Counsel to the Crown
Pump Court Chambers is pleased to announce that Paul Mertens has been appointed to the Attorney-General London A Panel of Counsel to the Crown. Members of the London A Panel deal with the most complex government cases in all kinds of courts and tribunals, often appearing against KCs. Paul’s appointment will commence from 1 September 2025 for […]
Ministry of Defence v Global Media and Entertainment and Others
Paul Mertens led by Tom Forster KC (18 Red Lion Chambers) acted initially as Advocates to the Court, and then as Special Advocates for the Media Defendants, in unprecedented proceedings before the High Court and Court of Appeal where a super injunction (against the world) was granted preventing the disclosure of the fact of the […]
Pump Court Chambers ranked as a Leading Set in Chambers & Partners 2025
Pump Court has been ranked as a Band 1 Set for Family/Matrimonial and Ecclesiastical Law in the latest edition of Chambers & Partners, as well as maintaining set rankings for Crime and Employment. In total, 26 members of chambers are ranked as Leading Individuals for Family: Children, Family: Matrimonial Finance, Crime, Ecclesiastical Law, Employment, Inquests […]
Pump Court maintains Top Tier status in the Legal 500 2025 rankings
We are very proud to announce that Pump Court Chambers has maintained its status as a Top Tier Set in the latest edition of The Legal 500 UK Bar Guide. Chambers is ranked as a Tier 1 set for Family: Children and Domestic Abuse, Family: Divorce and Financial Remedy and Crime (General and Fraud) on […]
Pump Court Chambers ranked as a Top Tier Set in Legal 500 2024
Pump Court Chambers has been ranked as a Top Tier Set in three practice areas in the latest edition of The Legal 500 UK Bar Guide: Family: Children and Domestic Violence (Western Circuit) Family: Divorce and Financial Remedy (Western Circuit) Crime: General and Fraud (Western Circuit) Pump Court is listed as a Leading Set for […]
TLATA Claims: Constructive Trusts and Proprietary Estoppel
We are pleased to present to you our latest Guide to TLATA Claims: Constructive Trusts and Proprietary Estoppel. Helen Brander and Paul Mertens provide a valuable and in-depth updates for all practitioners on the recent developments in both CT and PE claims. Topics include: Inferring intention in sole name cases – Dobson v Griffey […]
Pump Court Ranked recognised as Top Ranked Set in Chambers & Partners Guide
Pump Court Chambers has once again been recognised as a Leading Set within the latest edition of the Chambers and Partners Guide. The highly respected annual guide, released today, ranks both counsel and chambers based on the research of more than 170 full-time editors and researchers who talk to lawyers and clients all year round, […]
Mark Dubbery, Heather Platt and Paul Mertens appointed Deputy District Judges
Pump Court Chambers is delighted to announce that Mark Dubbery, Heather Platt and Paul Mertens have been appointed as Deputy District Judges, on the advice of the Lord Chancellor and the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales. Heather and Paul have been appointed to sit on the South Eastern Circuit, with Mark sitting on […]
TLATA Claims: Constructive Trusts and Proprietary Estoppel
We are pleased to invite you to our forthcoming Guide to TLATA Claims Webinar. Our speakers will be providing valuable and in-depth updates for all practitioners on the recent developments in both CT and PE claims. Topics will include: (a) inferring intention in sole name cases – Dobson v Griffey [2018] EWHC 1117; Pillmore v Miah [2019] EWHC 3696; […]
