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St John’s Chambers is one of the foremost sets practising family law on the Western Circuit. Practitioners at the set are well known for their expertise in high-value financial remedy work as well as public and private child law. Its members regularly engage in highly complex cases regarding domestic violence, sexual abuse and social care matters. Barristers at the chambers are also known for their experience in cross-border issues arising from financial remedy and child protection mandates. Interviewees regard this as ‘one of the top leading sets in Bristol and the South West.’ “

The clerks at St John’s genuinely keep an interest in you. They are very good at relationship management with solicitors. ‘Paul Bennett, practice team leader, and Robert Bocock, practice manager, are very helpful and they work with you as a team.’ “

St John’s Chambers dominates the construction law market on the Western Circuit. Its members are well equipped to deal with all forms of dispute resolution, including complex mediations. Barristers at the set frequently act on behalf of contractors, housing associations and local authorities in a broad range of construction matters, and are able to handle impressive international work, particularly in the Middle East. One commentator describes the set as ‘the best in the West of the country.’ “

The clerks are all very helpful.”

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.’ “