Friday 23 January 2026 | Sophie Belgrove KC, Christopher Knight KC, Robin Hopkins KC

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We are delighted to announce that Sophie Belgrove, Christopher Knight and Robin Hopkins have been recommended for appointment as King’s Counsel in this year’s competition.

His Majesty the King has approved the recommendations of the Lord Chancellor, The Right Honourable David Lammy MP, for appointment of 96 barristers and solicitors as new King’s Counsel in England and Wales. They are expected formally to be appointed following a ceremony in March 2026.

Members of 11KBW offer them all our warmest congratulations.

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