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New Court Chambers recognised by Legal 500, 2027

News 14th October 2026

Chambers and a number of its members have been recognised in the 2027 edition of The Legal 500 for our expertise in both children work and divorce / financial remedy.

The Legal 500 describes New Court Chambers as “an excellent chambers” where members and staff are “professional, efficient and responsive”.

Individual Rankings and Recognition

A number of members have received individual recognition for their expertise and advocacy.

Christopher Poole KC is recognised following his recent Silk appointment.

Among the leading juniors, Andrew Shaw is recognised for being a “tenacious and innovative barrister” while Kyri Lefteri is praised a “a first-class barrister.”

Robert Wilkinson is recognised as “an advocate that the judiciary will respect and listen to” and Sarah McMeechan is identified for her strength with clients and focused preparation.

Further members recognised in the rankings include Giles Bain, Jemimah Hendrick, Sam Wallace, Laura Harrington, Saiqa Chaudhry, Sarah Nuttall, Philippa Jenkins, Samuel Prout, Nicola Hall and Sally Jackson.

These rankings reflect the breadth of expertise across New Court Chambers and the dedication of its members to representing children, parents, local authorities and other parties in family proceedings.

Chambers is grateful to its professional clients and those who contributed to the Legal 500 research process for their continued confidence and support.

We congratulate all members recognised in the 2027 rankings.

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Joint Head of Chambers

Christopher Poole KC

Call: 1996 / Silk: 2026

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Joint Head of Chambers

Giles Bain

Call: 1993

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Andrew Shaw

Call: 2001

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Sam Wallace

Call: 2004

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Saiqa Chaudhry

Call: 2005

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Sally Jackson

Call: 2006

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Kyri Lefteri

Call: 2006

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Nicola Hall

Call: 2006

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Jemimah is hard-working, bright and dedicated. She is practical and sensible. She is the perfect combination of what a barrister should be.

Sarah Nuttall

Call: 2011

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Sam Prout

Call: 2016

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