We are thrilled to announce our continued success in the Legal 500 2025 rankings. An impressive number of our barristers were recognised for their exceptional contributions across various areas of law. As a leading set, we continue to build on our strong reputation, with individual barristers receiving praise for their expertise, dedication, and commitment to client service.
Thank you to our clients who provided some incredible feedback.
Below are some of the standout testimonials for our barristers:
Suzanne Hargreaves: "Tenacious and well-prepared, Suzanne establishes a good rapport with clients, meticulously analyses medical and scientific evidence, and swiftly identifies weaknesses in opposing arguments, turning around seemingly hopeless cases."
Deanna Hymanson: "Deeply empathetic, Deanna listens carefully to clients, paying close attention to their instructions. She is a skilled and robust advocate, adept at foreseeing potential issues and planning accordingly."
Esther Agamemnon: "An assertive and persuasive advocate, Esther strives for the best outcomes for her clients. She is empathetic and provides clear, practical advice."
Julie Ann Doyle: "Julie is a strong, diligent advocate with an in-depth knowledge of family law. She offers clear, concise advice, is persuasive in court, and excels as a negotiator."
David Maddison: "Clients find David approachable and are very happy with his representation. He listens to their concerns, presents them effectively in court, and is thorough in his preparation, ensuring a deep understanding of the case."
Gary Lewis: "Extremely thorough, Gary leaves no stone unturned in his case preparation. His attention to detail and practical advice on key issues make him a persuasive and effective advocate."
Lucie Wood: "Lucie is highly knowledgeable, excellent in court, and superb with clients. Always meticulously prepared, she gets straight to the heart of issues, achieving excellent results."
Richard Oughton: 'Richard has a complete mastery of his subject which enables him to provide consistently reliable advice. When it comes to advocacy, he clearly enjoys the respect of the judges before whom he appears, and with good reason.”
Michael Jones: "Technically astute and a superb tactician, Michael simplifies complex matters for clients. He has extensive experience in negligence cases and catastrophic injury claims."
Anthony Mazzag: "Anthony excels in handling complex issues, quickly understanding conflicting medical evidence. His calm, reassuring manner helps clients, especially when facing significant trauma during settlement or trial."
Chloe Murray: "Chloe is fearless and goes the extra mile. She quickly identifies key issues and summarises them succinctly. Her personable nature and attention to detail are commendable."
Gwen Henshaw: "Gwen is an outstanding advocate, impressing clients with her closing speeches and sentencing submissions. She ensures clients have ample time to discuss matters away from court, which is crucial in many cases."
Sophie Kenny (Rising Star) : "Sophie’s attention to detail is unparalleled. Her approachable manner and fluid, sincere advocacy style instil confidence in both clients and instructing solicitors."
We are also pleased to announce that our clerks have been ranked in this year's directory. Their hard work and professionalism play a crucial role in the success of our chambers, and the positive feedback we've received underscores their invaluable contributions to both our barristers and clients.
'Christina Crook and Mitch Bibby's strengths include recalling the cases held with chambers in more depth than simply knowing the name of the client; they are able to recall which counsel is involved and the kind of case being dealt with.'
'The clerks are always welcoming and helpful and will use their best endeavours to find someone available to assist. They are also all very approachable. Mitch Bibby and Christina Crook are always prompt to reply to any enquiry.'
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'The clerks are first class; they always respond promptly and are extremely efficient. Both Christina Crook and Mitch Bibby provide excellent service and are always contactable.'
'Excellent service from all clerks, but especially Christina Crook and Mitch Bibby. They always respond to queries and bookings promptly, always confirm the same by way of an immediate email, and both are very friendly and easy to deal with.'
'Colin Harrison is quick to respond and clearly sets out the options available.'
'The clerks are very helpful and accommodating, notably Steven Tobias and Daniel Gray.'
All of these accolades highlight Cobden House Chambers’ continued commitment to delivering legal excellence and achieving outstanding outcomes for our clients across a range of legal disciplines.
For more information about our departments, we encourage you to visit our Practice Area page. Or you can connect directly with our clerks for any inquiries or assistance here.
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