We are delighted that Alvaro Loxton, Edward Armitage, Hannah Tickle and Victoria Steet have all accepted offers of tenancy and will become full members of chambers on 1st October 2025, following the successful completion of their pupillages. Alvaro Loxton (2021 call) accepts instructions across Chambers’ core areas of practice, with particular experience in family, civil and […]
Pump Court Chambers is a top-ranked, multi-disciplinary set recognised by Chambers & Partners and Legal 500. We are home to over 120 barristers and 24 members of staff, with bases in London, Winchester, Canterbury & Swindon. The Civil & Regulatory Team has seen a significant period of growth, achieving a 16% increase in billed work […]
It is with much sadness that Pump Court reports the death of our former Senior Clerk, David Barber, who passed away last weekend “Big Dave”, as he was affectionately known, was Pump Court’s Senior Clerk for 20 years, although he served as First Junior under Paul Harding for many years before being promoted. David was […]
Following a successful audit process, Pump Court Chambers has retained its ISO accreditation (ISO 9001:2015) for another year with no issues raised. ISO is a globally recognised standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). It is the most widely used QMS standard in the world, with over 1.1 million certificates issued in 178 countries. The 2015 […]
We are delighted to announce that Rukan Hazar, Palak Sikri, Isabella Thomas-Kelly and Emily Chapman have accepted offers to join chambers, following the successful completion of their probationary tenancies. Rukan Hazar (2019 call) accepts instructions at all stages of litigation in family, civil, and criminal proceedings. In family proceedings, she accepts instructions in matrimonial finance, […]
Introduction The Housing Ombudsman has recently published a report entitled “Learning from: Severe Maladministration – Taking the key lessons from our severe maladministration decisions.” It is sobering and informative. The relevant context is the forthcoming piece of legislation known as “Awaab’s Law”, after Awaab Ishak who died aged two after developing a respiratory condition caused […]
It gives us great pleasure to announce that Rebecca Paterson has accepted an offer of tenancy, following the successful completion of her third six pupillage/probationary tenancy. Rebecca is a civil barrister specialising in employment, regulatory & disciplinary. Prior to joining chambers, Rebecca completed pupillage and practised in-house at a large healthcare regulatory body. Rebecca appears […]
We are pleased to welcome our new 12-month pupils, who started with us this week. Their details and pupil supervisers are as follows: Alvaro Loxton (common law) – Mark Ablett Hannah Tickle (common law) – Samara Brackley Edward Armitage (criminal) – Tom Wilkins Victoria Steet (family) – Neelo Shravat
We are very proud that Pump Court has been shortlisted in the Client Service Set of the Year category at this year’s Chambers & Partners UK Bar Awards. Based on rigorous research for Chambers UK Bar Guide, the awards recognise outstanding legal work and achievements, impressive strategic growth and excellence in client service delivery. To […]
Pump Court Chambers’ Property Team is pleased to invite you to our Annual Property Law Seminar, providing a valuable and in-depth seminar for all practitioners in this area. When: 19/09/2024 Where: Holiday Inn Winchester, Telegraph Way, Winchester SO21 1HZ, UK Cost: FREE Our property law barristers will review notable recent decisions and provide practical analysis […]
We are delighted to announce that Sam Hadgraft has joined chambers as Third Junior Civil Clerk. Sam is a highly efficient clerk, adept at navigating fast paced and challenging environments. He is eager to learn and demonstrates a strong aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and precision. His responsibilities encompass the fair allocation of […]
We are very pleased that Carol Cheng has accepted an offer of tenancy following the successful completion of her third six pupillage. Carol is a member of the Civil Team and accepts instructions in all areas, including the following: General commercial disputes Breach of Contract Company Claims under the Consumer Credit Act 1974/PPI Credit Hire […]