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Defining Excellence Through Precision and Purpose

Exceptional Expertise. Trusted Regionally.

Linenhall Chambers are a highly ranked set of barristers’ chambers based in Chester with an excellent track record in most major areas of law. Our team of over 70 barristers including nine King’s Counsel undertake work on behalf of professional clients including law firms, legal departments, businesses, public authorities and bodies across Wales, Cheshire, the North West, the Midlands and Yorkshire. Members also deal with direct access clients.

Linenhall Chambers aim to provide an excellent service and have developed strong relationships with our clients in the region. Many of our barristers are recognised as leaders in their field. Our barristers are known for being approachable, friendly, and capable. Many of our members speak Welsh. The friendly clerking team at Linenhall Chambers always strive to meet our clients’ needs.

Who We Are

Our Expertise

Criminal Law.

Linenhall Chambers provides one of the largest team of specialist criminal barristers specifically serving the courts in Cheshire and North Wales. We also undertake cases in South Wales, Manchester, Liverpool and in the Midlands. With over 30 juniors and 2 silks we provide specialist advocacy and advice services in every aspect of criminal law.

Criminal Law Services

Our Expertise

Family Law.

Linenhall Chambers is widely recognised as a leading regional set in Family Law, with a strong reputation and proven track record across the broad spectrum of Family Law including Children Law, Public Law, Private Law and Financial Relief.

Family Law Services

Our Expertise

Civil Law.

The civil team at Linenhall is comprised of three well-established divisions, specialists in a broad range of legal areas involving relations between persons and organisations including in relation to contract, tort, chancery, employment, property, personal injury, professional negligence, probate, trusts and inheritance act claims.

Civil Law Services

Direct Access.

Members of the public are able to instruct a barrister to act on their behalf in a legal dispute and/or to provide legal advice without the need to go through an intermediary such as a solicitor. The main benefit of the Public Access scheme for clients is that it can reduce your legal costs.

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Explore Opportunities With Us.

Linenhall Chambers offers a dynamic careers page inviting talented individuals to join our professional community in three distinct areas. Whether you are drawn to working behind the scenes, training for the Bar, or joining as a practising barrister, we provide structured pathways, support, and real opportunity to grow within a prestigious set.

Staff

Join our growing team in clerking, business services or administration. Contribute to Chambers’ smooth operation, supporting our barristers in delivering superb legal service.

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Pupillage

Apply for our pupillage scheme to gain hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and insight into the day-to-day life of barristers across multiple practice areas.

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Recruitment

We regularly invite applications for tenancy and mid-career opportunities from talented practitioners who wish to advance their careers at Linenhall Chambers.

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“Linenhall Chambers delivered exceptional support throughout my case. Their attention to detail, clear communication and expertise gave me complete confidence at every stage of the process.”

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