1 Chancery Lane chooses Simon Readhead QC as head of chambers

Simon Readhead QC has become the new Head of Chambers at 1 Chancery Lane, taking over from John Ross QC who held the role for more than ten years.

Readhead said: “Over the past ten years my predecessor, John Ross QC, has led 1 Chancery Lane to its current position as a pre-eminent set with specialist expertise across core areas of complex personal injury, public authority liability, travel and cross border claims, medical law, property, chancery and commercial law and professional liability.

"John’s own professional reputation together with the clear leadership which he has provided has helped to position 1 Chancery Lane as one of the most highly regarded sets in these fields.” 

He added: “Legal excellence on its own is no longer sufficient. Sets committed to providing the highest standards of professional service and expertise must also demonstrate good strategic governance, organisational rigour and a clear focus on meeting changing client needs.

“In taking over from John as Head of Chambers I look forward to working with members of chambers and our excellent clerks and support staff in building on what John has achieved with the aim of further strengthening the reputation of 1 Chancery Lane as a national leader.”