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Press Release
For Immediate Release

De Jure Chambers Appoints The Rt Hon Sir Robert Buckland KBE KC as Senior Consulting Partner with Focus on Reputation, ADR and Public Law

London, 9 September 2025 — De Jure Chambers is pleased to announce the appointment of The Rt Hon Sir Robert Buckland KBE KC as Senior Consulting Partner. Sir Robert’s arrival strengthens DJC’s ability to deliver high-level expertise in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), reputation management, and public law, ensuring clients receive strategic solutions to complex and sensitive matters.

With over thirty years’ experience at the Bar, Sir Robert has practised extensively in criminal and public law, building a strong profile in reputation and crisis management and developing a particular interest in the use of ADR mechanisms to resolve disputes effectively outside court. His government service as Lord Chancellor and Solicitor General gives him unique insight into law-making, regulatory frameworks, and constitutional practice, which DJC clients can now directly benefit from.

Sir Robert’s work with DJC will focus on advisory and consultative roles in cases where clients require authoritative guidance at the intersection of law, policy, and governance. His expertise complements DJC’s solicitor-advocate practice, bridging a gap for clients who need both front-end negotiation and ADR support and strategic litigation advice where court proceedings remain necessary.

Beyond his practice at the Bar, Sir Robert contributes to thought leadership in law and policy. He recently completed a Senior Fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School (2023–2025) on AI and justice ethics and will shortly take up his new role as Visiting Professor in Practice at LSE Law School. His appointment as Third Church Estates Commissioner earlier this year reflects his continuing commitment to governance and dispute resolution in a quasi-judicial capacity.

Sir Robert joins DJC as a Senior Consulting Partner alongside James Corbett KC, demonstrating DJC’s commitment to the highest professional standards and to bringing together leading expertise for the benefit of its clients.

Sir Robert’s full profile is available here: https://www.dejurechambers.co.uk/about-us/the-team.html

Paul Chiy, Head of De Jure Chambers, commented:

“Sir Robert brings not only unparalleled legal and governmental experience but also a practical focus on ADR and reputation management. His role with DJC is to support clients in finding effective solutions to disputes, strengthening our offering in areas where strategic negotiation and public law insight can make the greatest difference. We are delighted to welcome him and to be able to offer his expertise to our clients”

Nicole Papantoniou will complete Sir Robert’s onboarding, with further details of his consultancy role to be released in due course.

About De Jure Chambers

De Jure Chambers is a modern, progressive law firm combining the strengths of solicitors and barristers with international reach and innovation. With dual-qualified practitioners and a strong focus on ADR, we deliver bespoke, high-quality legal services that resolve disputes efficiently and protect client interests across borders.