The Legal Directories recognise our strong reputation: Chambers & Partners says -
"1 Crown Office Row is "a head above the majority of other sets due to its sheer depth" and the fact that it houses more than one of the truly big names in this field. An "absolutely superb" set, its silks, juniors and clerks all received abundant praise from interviewees. Both claimant and defendant solicitors appreciate the consistent quality of the set's members, with one commentator stating: "There's a whole line of silks and juniors we'd be happy to use interchangeably." Others spoke well of the clerks, led by Matthew Phipps, saying "they make everything easy" and, like the barristers, are "always pleasant, courteous and do their job fantastically well."" (2013) This “outstanding set”, a “repository of excellence” in clinical negligence is home to many of the leading barristers in the field. The set has unparalleled strength in depth which allows it to handle the entire range of clinical negligence cases for both claimants and defendants. The younger members of the team who are both “well trained and academically bright” were picked out for particular praise. Their presence should ensure that chambers’ fine reputation endures for years to come. (2012) This titan of the Clinical Negligence Bar continues to ride high at the top of the rankings. (2010) Versatile in the extreme, 1 Crown Office Row can offer 'the best, brightest and most experienced barristers' on both the claimant and defendant sides of clinical negligence work. (2009) 'Foremost in the field', 1 Crown Office Row has virtually unparalleled experience of acting for members of the medical profession…Grateful clients are quick to praise the 'sure-footed advocacy that instills confidence in even the most hard-bitten of medical men.' (2008) Legal 500 says – Many consider One Crown Office Row to be the leading set in the field of clinical negligence and healthcare. In particular, clients praise 'the brilliant clerks', the 'available' and 'approachable' counsel of all levels and their 'depth of knowledge in all things clinical negligence'. (2010) One Crown Office Row 'has a dominant position, thanks to the number of top people on offer', say satisfied solicitors. (2009) One Crown Office Row has a strong reputation, thanks to the breadth and depth of their advocacy expertise. (2008) One Crown Office Row remains dominant by virtue of an expanding team of knowledgeable and committed advocates with whom solicitors and experts are keen to work. At the top end are some formidably capable heavyweights… (2007) |