Philip Mott KC

Year of Call:
1970
Year of Silk:
1991
Direct Access:
No

Philip Mott KC has a very wide experience in civil and criminal law. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in many gross negligence manslaughter prosecutions, major fraud cases, clinical negligence claims for both claimants and defendants, personal injury work, local authority negligence claims, and many other areas of law.

Philip was Head of Chambers between 2004 and 2012, Leader of the Western Circuit between 2004 and 2007, and was involved with work for the Bar Council on a number of initiatives, having launched “Death of the Mention” and proposals for a simple and effective quality assurance scheme for advocates.

Philip now sits part-time in various jurisdictions – as a Deputy High Court Judge in the King’s Bench Division, and in the Administrative Court; as a Recorder of the Crown Court authorised to try rape and serious sexual offences; and as a Judge in the Mental Health Tribunal dealing with restricted patients. He is a Tutor Judge for the Judicial College criminal and serious sexual offences seminars. He is also Education Director and an advocacy trainer for the Western Circuit, and was a founder member of the Advocacy Training Council.

Philip is not currently accepting any new instructions.

Philip Mott KC is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please click here.

"A skilful advocate."

Health & Safety, Legal 500 2015

"He has a very good grasp of the facts and issues."

Health & Safety, Legal 500 2014

"A consummate performer. You won't find anyone better when it comes to the detail side of things."

Health & Safety, Chambers & Partners 2014

"One of the finest legal minds I have ever met."

Health & Safety, Chambers & Partners 2013

"Smooth, effective and a commanding presence in court."

Health & Safety, Chambers & Partners 2013

"Cuts through things like a hot knife through butter."

Health & Safety, Chambers & Partners 2013

Hands-on, detail-oriented advocate who is very good on his feet.

Crime, Chambers & Partners 2013

He is a class act in all areas.

Health & Safety, Chambers & Partners 2012

Brilliant mind and natural ability to manage the clients and their expectations.

Health & Safety, Chambers & Partners 2011

Professional and meticulous, leaving no stone unturned.

Health & Safety, Legal 500 2011

"Clear vision and good strategic direction."

Crime, Legal 500 2011

To find out more, contact Paul Barton on +44 (0)207 427 4907 or Graham Woods on +44 (0)207 427 4902, or call us on +44 (0)20 7353 6381 for a confidential discussion.

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