Chambers and Partners recommends Westgate

Chambers and Partners, once again, recommends Westgate Chambers:
http://www.chambersandpartners.com/UK-Bar/Editorial/45583

THE SET For many, this chambers is an obvious choice for high-quality work. It is particularly visible in its home town of Lewes, and also in Hove. Barristers act as far afield as London and the Midlands though. It has a proven track record in serious crime, in both the Crown Court and Magistrates’ Court.

JUNIORS Philip Meredith is the joint leader of the set. His commitment to his client’s cause stands out, say sources: “He is incredibly tenacious; nothing in court ever seems to faze him.” Recent work includes advising on R v Antonio Batsimba, concerning a number of machete attacks in Crawley, West Sussex. Rhiannon Sadler is lauded for her “willingness to go the extra mile” and for being “very diplomatic – she deals with difficult people well.” She acted as junior counsel on the conspiracy to steal trial of R v M. Beverly Cherrill has a hybrid defence and prosecution practice in general crime, and often acts unled on matters including sex offences. She acted as junior counsel in the Lewes Crown Court rape trial of R v R. Nicholas Hamblin achieves “extraordinary results,” according to enthusiastic sources. His 31 years of call make him one of the more senior juniors on the circuit and he is a great favourite with Sussex Police Authority. He recently advised for the defence in the rape case of R v I and P. Jeffrey Lamb offers refined technical skills and “wide experience.” He also has a “very good client manner” that doesn’t falter even when clients become difficult. He is notably active in sex offences work and handled the Lewes Crown Court rape trial of R v B. Andrew Stephens concentrates his criminal practice exclusively on the defence side. Sources point to him as being a frank and clear adviser. His caseload has included acting as junior counsel on the people trafficking and sex offences trial of R v K.