Jake Price

Tanfield is a specialist property set and a ‘force to be reckoned with’ in Real Estate and Property Law. Regarded, by peers, clients and the wider property sector as unrivalled on the subject of Enfranchisement and Right to Manage, the set has related expertise in areas such as Property Damage, Commercial Disputes, Banking & Mortgages, and Professional Negligence. Being recognised by Chambers UK 2022 as a leading set for real estate litigation, ranked in Band 2, the directory has reported: Tanfield Chambers is highlighted for the expertise of its members in landlord and tenant disputes. Recent matters handled by barristers at Tanfield have involved lease disputes, restrictive covenants and development issues. The team has a strong knowledge of enfranchisement and members have recently been instructed in numerous high-profile cases including Hope Community Church (Wymondham) v Phelan, the second case in 100 years on qualification under the Places for Worship (Enfranchisement) Act 1920. One source says that the set shows “outstanding professionalism,” and another notes that it has “impressive barristers.” Operating from its member-owned premises just outside Gray’s Inn, Tanfield Chambers consists of 52 barristers, 9 associates and a highly acclaimed team of clerks and administrators. Tanfield Chambers is fast obtaining a name for its innovative approach, commitment to alternative service provision and excellent client care. This includes an extensive client training programme and resource provision schedule, a highly praised client care and feedback structure and a number of internships for trainees.