Leading Set in Legal 500 UK Bar Guide 2026
02 October 2025
We are delighted to share that Temple Tax Chambers has once again been recognised as a leading set in The Legal500 UK Bar 2026 guide.
We have been described as having a “reputation for excellence” and "one of the leading chambers on the full spectrum of tax issues".
We are also proud to share our barristers have received incredible feedback from clients, please read testimonials below:
Alun James
‘Alun is a brilliant advocate, adept at dealing with really difficult and highly contentious tax litigation points. He is a first-rate barrister and is a leader in his field.’
Jonathan Schwarz
‘He has an unparalleled international perspective, he is the expert on tax treaties, and he combines experience with rigorous research and an outstanding mind.'
‘Jonathan has market-leading knowledge around international tax agreements and cross-border issues. He also has a really strong understanding of first principles on how tax tends to work and is able to analyse tax systems in different jurisdictions accordingly.’
Michael Sherry
‘Very clear, good decision making. Sound judgement. Accessible even under pressure.'
Stephen Arthur
‘Stephen is the best counsel for resolving complex trust and tax situations and working with instructing accountants to find the most pragmatic and economic solutions.’
Tim Brown
‘Tim is a great litigator and is excellent at cross-examining witnesses. He also makes witnesses feel at ease. He has excellent indirect tax knowledge but is also able to relate this knowledge to what happens in the real world.'
Philip Ridgway
‘Philip is at the top of his game. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of tax law and a keen eye for strategy. You know that you are in safe hands with Philip.'
Keith Gordon
‘Keith comes across very well in front of the client, and also when presenting at the tax tribunal. He explains the client's position to them in a way that they can understand, despite the legal complexities involved. Keith is able to identify supporting arguments that others may not.'
Ximena Montes Manzano
‘Deep technical and practical knowledge, conveyed in a concise way to lay clients. Very quick response to complex instructions.'
David Pett
‘David is an exceptionally capable barrister whose individual strengths lie in his deep subject matter knowledge, responsiveness, and highly user-friendly approach. He consistently demonstrates a thorough grasp of complex legal and technical issues and can communicate them with clarity and precision.’
Michael Avient
‘Michael is first class. He's wonderful with clients and quickly creates confidence, great to work with as an instructing solicitor, and great on his feet in Court. He adds a lot of value to a matter and gets involved in building the wider litigation strategy.'
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