Jason graduated with a 1st Class Law Degree and an ‘Outstanding’ on the Bar Course, performing top of his year on both courses. Jason has been recognised and ranked in both Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500.
Jason has a broad business and property practice with experience of high-value multi-track cases. Jason has regular court appearances and frequently acts as sole counsel in the High Court and County Court. Outside of court, Jason has experience advising in conference, advising by telephone, drafting statements of case and provides written advice.
Jason accepts instructions in Banking, Finance and Financial Regulation and has experience and expertise in the area including in relation to securities, credit agreements and issues involving the Consumer Credit Act. In addition, Jason has particular experience and expertise in dealing with claims relating to secret commissions, half secret commissions and related issues.
Prior to joining chambers, Jason worked in the litigation, regulatory and contentious tax team at Pinsent Masons LLP, a top 20 international law firm. During this time, Jason was seconded to work at a client’s office in Westminster on a claim regarding the termination of a GBP 750 million contract and gained valuable experience working on an array of commercial disputes including fraud, contractual disputes, tort of nuisance, professional negligence and competition law.
In his spare time, Jason enjoys travelling, playing tennis and reading with a particular interest in ancient history.
Recommendations
“Jason is a very skilled advocate who is able to think on his feet. He is very detailed in his analysis of the matter and a very technically and tactically strong barrister.”
Chambers and Partners 2024
“He is one of the most organised barristers I have dealt with. If you ask him a question, you know you will get solid service. He is reliable, someone who will end up being a top barrister.”
Chambers and Partners 2024
“Jason is very thorough with a keen eye for details. He is calm when making submissions and instantly commands the judge's attention.”
Legal 500 2024 (Chancery, Probate and Tax)
“Jason is extremely bright, clear and succinct in his approach to his work. He is methodical, measured and adopts a friendly approach in his dealings with his instructing solicitors.”
Legal 500 2024 (Commercial Litigation)
“Jason is meticulous in his preparation and has a keen eye for detail. His advice is always pragmatic, and drafting is thorough. He is very approachable, and clients like his bedside manner.”
Legal 500 2023 (Commercial Litigation)
“Jason is very intelligent, and his written work is very accurate. He seems to have a very good rapport with judges who like the logical approach he takes. He is not afraid to “tell it straight” either to client or instructing solicitor.”
Legal 500 2023 (Chancery, Probate and Tax)
Rising Star
Legal 500 2022
Awards
Baron Dr Ver Heyden de Lancey Prize, Middle Temple (2015)
BPTC Best Overall Student Award, Best performance across full and part-time courses (2015)
Civil Litigation Prize, Overall highest mark in Civil Litigation BPTC (2015)
Certificate of Honour, Middle Temple (2015)
Wildcard Scholarship, University of Law BPTC advocacy award (2014)
Jules Thorn Scholarship, Middle Temple (2013)
Platinum Award, University of Law (2013)
Ford and Warren Prize, Best overall performance on LLB (2012)
‘Best Advocate’ Award, Beachcroft Mooting Shield (2012)
Winner of the University Internal Mooting Competition (2010)
Memberships
Middle Temple
Chancery Bar Association
The Midland Chancery and Commercial Bar Association (Committee Member 2018-2022)
The Midland Circuit
Qualifications
BPTC, “Outstanding” (Top of Year), University of Law, Birmingham
LLB (Hons), First-Class (Top of Year), Leeds Law School
Jason accepts instructions via JSP Legal Services Limited (“JSP”). JSP is a company registered under company number 13386761 in England and Wales. The registered address for JSP is No5 Barristers Chambers Fountain Court, Steelhouse Lane, Birmingham, England, B4 6DR
