A multi-practice chambers reaching across London, Kent, Hampshire and Wiltshire is to be created following the decision of members of a Canterbury set to join Pump Court Chambers.

The former members of Stour Chambers will join Pump Court on Monday, creating a set with 120 barristers and 24 members of staff. The move follows a long-standing working relationship between the two sets, with barristers working together on a number of significant cases. Pump Court already has chambers in London, Swindon and Winchester.

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Pump Court head of chambers Oba Nsugbe KC

Announcing the agreement, Pump Court’s head of chambers, Oba Nsugbe KC said: 'We are delighted to welcome Stour’s members to Pump Court. We know from working with them in the past that they share our values, ambition and vision. They join us at an important time as we embark upon our new five-year strategy building on the growth and successes of the last. This decision is a reflection of our ambitious plans to invest in the future by adding to the depth and reach of the high quality advocacy and advisory services available from our four different locations across the south. 

Simon Johnson, head of chambers at Stour Chambers, said: 'I am incredibly proud that we are joining our friends and colleagues at Pump Court Chambers. Both sets are well known for their expertise, professionalism and commitment to providing excellent service, which we aim to maintain and build on, while ensuring a seamless transition for clients and colleagues.'

 

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