Jardine Strategic Ltd v Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd [2025] UKPC 34
The Privy Council’s decision in Jardine Strategic Ltd v Oasis Investments II Master Fund Ltd [2025] UKPC 34 swept away a shareholder right to inspection of company documents that had stood for almost 140 years (the so-called ‘Shareholder Rule’). In this article, William Fitzalan Howard explains why the Rule’s abolition matters, how the courts reached this point […]
Chambers UK Bar Awards 2026
We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for Chancery Set of the Year at the Chambers UK Bar Awards 2026. The awards are based on Chambers and Partners independent research and recognise outstanding achievements across the UK Bar. We are very pleased to see the work of our members and team recognised […]
William Moffett KC formally appointed at Westminster ceremony
We are delighted to mark the formal appointment of William Moffett KC as King’s Counsel at today’s ceremony. This is a significant and well deserved achievement, recognising his outstanding work and contribution to the Bar. Congratulations to William Moffett KC on this milestone.
Keith Rowley KC and Wendy Mathers speak at the White Paper Conference
Keith Rowley KC and Wendy Mathers recently spoke at the White Paper Conference in a session titled Pensions Law & Practice: Shaping New Developments into Solution-Focused Answers for Clients. Keith discussed “How are familiar surplus and winding-up issues playing out in a new context?” Wendy discussed “What are the latest and most impactful Ombudsman decisions […]
William Moffett has been appointed King’s Counsel
We are delighted to announce that William Moffett has been appointed King’s Counsel. William is a highly regarded barrister who is recognised for his expertise in wills, trusts, real estate and charity disputes. He is frequently instructed in High Court litigation and on appeals, often in critical, high-value cases. He is recommended by Chambers UK […]
Marie-Claire Bleasdale expands practice to include mediation
We’re pleased to share that Marie-Claire Bleasdale is now an accredited mediator with the Society of Mediators and a member of the Civil Mediation Council. Marie-Claire brings her extensive experience at the Bar and as a Recorder sitting in both the County and Crown Courts to her mediation practice. She welcomes instructions in all civil […]
David Mohyuddin KC appointed Standing King’s Counsel to the Insolvency Service
We are proud to congratulate David Mohyuddin KC on his appointment as Standing King’s Counsel to the Insolvency Service. Standing King’s Counsel are instructed to represent and advise the Insolvency Service in some of the most complex and high-profile insolvency and company law matters, offering expert strategic and legal guidance across a range of cases. […]
Fantastic recognition for our barristers and practice areas in the Chambers & Partners 2026 rankings
Chambers and Partners have released their Bar rankings for 2026, and we are incredibly proud of the results! This year we have 78 individual rankings and 9 ranked practice areas. This includes: Increased rankings for 12 individuals New rankings for 6 individuals, 4 of whom are our talented juniors receiving Up and Coming rankings Poppy […]
Matthew Mills named Public Services and Charities Junior of the Year at the Legal 500 Bar Awards 2025
We are delighted to share that Matthew Mills has been named Public Services and Charities Junior of the Year at the Legal 500 Bar Awards 2025. The award is a fantastic recognition of Matthew’s outstanding expertise, commitment and contributions in this field. We are very proud to see his work acknowledged in this way. Congratulations, […]
GGF Fund Ltd v Anglian Windows Ltd & E Realisations 2020 Ltd [2025] EWHC 2397 (Ch)
The High Court has given directions as to the distribution of a surplus of approximately £4 million following the closure of the Glass and Glazing Federation’s Deposit Indemnity Fund (“the Fund”). The Court had to consider the construction of the Fund’s rules and their application in the context of various issues, including whether members who […]
