Costs
"Hailsham... continues to field a strong side and retains a great deal of work in the sector." Chambers UK 2010
"In 2008, Hailsham Chambers fielded barristers in a number of high impact cost cases." Legal 500 2009
"Hailsham Chambers is regarded as one of the leaders in the field as it offers specialists with a depth of experience not easily come by in some of the larger sets. Its prominence is confirmed by its involvement in a throng of significant cases..." Chambers UK 2009
"Hailsham possesses 'substantial strength in depth' with a team that covers a range of experience and seniority." Chambers UK 2008
"Commentators were delighted with the 'tremendous grasp of costs issues' demonstrated by the lawyers here [Hailsham Chambers]. They praised the 'marvellous paper-work, clear pleading and Trojan Efforts' to stay ahead of developments in costs law exhibited by its members." Chambers UK 2007
"Hailsham Chambers remains a leading set in response to the increasing demand for specialist costs advocacy." Legal 500 2007
"Hailsham Chambers possesses a costs group of genuinely specialist practitioners who have handled many key cases." Legal 500 2006
"Leading silk in the field is the 'easy to engage with' Michael Pooles QC. Lauded for his 'tactical awareness and quick turnaround of papers,' he has been present in some of the biggest cases of recent times, one example being Tankard v John Fredericks Plastics." Chambers UK 2010
"Also well favoured amongst instructing solicitors, Andrew Post busies himself with matters of importance and recently appeared against leading silk Jeremy Morgan QC of 39 Essex Street in C v W. "Never daunted, he is a barrister who doesn't just deal with the nuts and bolts of a case, but gets deep into the strategy too." Chambers UK 2010
"Alexander Hutton, a 'well-mannered, well-spoken and measured barrister,' Hutton recently represented the claimant in Gloucester County Council v Evans." Chambers UK 2010
"Others that impress here include the 'receptive and quick on his feet' Jamie Carpenter, recently seen to good effect in the renowned Garrett challenge." Chambers UK 2010
"Michael Pooles QC, who acted for the successful claimant appellant in Jones v Attrill, is ‘first to mind for costs‘ for many." Legal 500 2009
"Alexander Hutton maintains ‘an outstanding reputation‘ for his representations in the Court of Appeal; he acted in CFA case Gloucester County Council v Evans and appeared for the defendant in Jones v Attrill." Legal 500 2009
"The ‘very bright and effective‘ Andrew Post acted for the claimant in C v W." Legal 500 2009
"Jamie Carpenter is ‘a rising star‘- he is ‘impressively clever‘." Legal 500 2009
"Michael Pooles QC, 'one of the most approachable of silks, who really understands the solicitors profession.' In addition to providing strong advices, Pooles offers great advocacy. Clients cite his ability to 'get straight to the essence of the case' as his major selling point whilst admiring his 'unerring judgement as to how an argument will play out'." Chambers UK 2009
"Andrew Post is renowned for his keen mind and erudition. 'One of the cleverest people acting in the area, he is an ingenious opponent,' said one rival. Often instructed by leading City firms on settlements, he is said to shine both on paper and in technical matters. His popularity with clients is further enhanced by his 'down-to-earth approach and clear, practical advice.' He has acted for eminent clients in a number of appeals over the past year, proving 'a robust, confident advocate' in all he does'." Chambers UK 2009
"Alexander Hutton is often touted as the best junior in the costs domain. Characterised by one client as 'a gentleman barrister,' his manner is 'friendly yet combative,' and he always presents himself as 'utterly calm and unperturbed.' Much in demand, his availability tends to be limited to cutting-edge, high-value cases, such as Gloucester County Council v Evans, a success fee case with potentially far-reaching impact." Chambers UK 2009
"Jamie Carpenter, 'Someone with the potential to be the best in the field,' he 'ticks all the right boxes and is destined for the big time.' His strength comes from the fact that he 'has a good grasp of costs issues, is full of ideas, and is very strong on his feet'." Chambers UK 2009
"Michael Pooles QC is 'easy to engage with' and brings a 'good analytical brain' to major cases, including Crehan v Inntrepreneur." Legal 500 2008
"With cases like Mereta v ACP to his name, leading junior Andrew Post is a favourite choice for City law firms." Legal 500 2008
"Alexander Hutton is 'confident' on any case related to CFAs." Legal 500 2008
"Jamie Carpenter moves up a tier on the strength of a track record that includes Kay v Lambeth Borough Council and Accident Line protection case Myers v Bonnington (Cavendish Hotels) Ltd." Legal 500 2008
"Michael Pooles QC produces 'stellar turns' in prominent costs cases." Chambers UK 2007
"Its leading lights are Andrew Post…and Alexander Hutton. Described as 'an excellent advocate' with 'very good judgement about what points to take', Hutton's recent work includes Jenkins v Young Bros" Legal 500 2006
" 'Thorough, calm and considered', [Alexander] Hutton offers 'elegant drafting skills combined with excellent advocacy'. Popular with peers and clients alike, he is 'great on his feet and able to make even the most tedious cases appear highly enjoyable'." Chambers UK 2008
"Andrew Post is a 'marvellous academic barrister who gives sensible and pragmatic advice', according to clients." Chambers UK 2007
"Alexander Hutton is an 'effective and forceful' practitioner" Chambers UK 2007
"[Andrew] Post is a 'first-rate costs specialist whose written product is always top-notch'." Chambers UK 2008
"Although still relatively junior, his 'marrying of the academic and the practical', together with his 'highly approachable style' have commentators touting [Jamie] Carpenter as a 'major force for the future'." Chambers UK 2008
"Andrew Post maintains an impressive reputation for innovation" Legal 500 2007
"Jamie Carpenter was also strongly recommended by peers as 'a great opponent with enormous potential'. 'Bright and personable', he has, of late, been 'punching above his weight'." Chambers UK 2007