Members of Lamb Building Criminal and Military Law Teams ranked as Leading Barristers in Chambers & Partners UK Bar 2024

Lamb Building are once again ranked as a Leading Set in the South East:

Lamb Building houses a well-respected criminal team who are frequently instructed as the defence and the prosecution in serious criminal cases. The set’s tenants handle cases involving allegations of GBH, homicide, rape and modern slavery. A recent instruction for the set involved acting for the lead defendant charged with false imprisonment, torture and rape in the Banbury Torture Trial.

“It is an experienced set that is able to deal with a range of complex matters.”

“The clerks demonstrate full commitment to providing representation including out of hours.”

“It all gets done by the clerks with courtesy and professionalism.”

David Corne is the most efficient clerk we deal with across many sets. His service is second to none, he has excellent knowledge and he will go the extra mile to help out.”


Bernard Richmond KC:

“Has a wonderful way with words”

“When you instruct Bernard, you know your case is in safe hands. He is excellent with both clients and juries”


Andrew Selby KC:

“As an opponent he displayed both thorough preparation and a complete insight into his cases. He is a wonderful advocate.”

“He had brilliant tactical judgement and his submissions were spot on.”

“He is a powerful and persuasive advocate who quickly captures the confidence of the court.”


Amy Packham:

“Amy is hard-working and dedicates herself to obtaining the best outcome for clients.”

“Amy has an intelligent approach to her work and is always meticulously prepared. She has a calm and confident advocacy style that powerfully conveys her submissions.”

“Amy is an experienced advocate who is highly respected and has good client rapport.”


James Hay:

“He is an exceptional advocate who has become a military law specialist and displays skill and flair in this area also.”

“His style is appreciated by clients, the judiciary and juries”

Andrew Selby KC secures unanimous acquittals on murder and manslaughter

Andrew Selby KC secures unanimous acquittals on murder and manslaughter for his 19 year old client after 6 week trial at Oxford Crown Court.

CCTV showed his client placing a balaclava over his head seconds before the fatal stabbing before pursuing him down a busy Oxford street.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-oxfordshire-65985227

https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/23590117.alleged-killers-barristers-address-jury-jericho-murder-trial/

Andrew Selby appointed as Queen’s Counsel

Lamb Building Chambers are delighted to announce that Andrew Selby has been successful in his application for silk. We offer our warmest congratulations to him on being appointed as Queen’s Counsel.