Philip Coppel, QC

Philip Coppel is an experienced trial lawyer with a wide-ranging commercial and government law practice. He is acclaimed in the professional directories in all his practice areas.

Background

Coppel qualified as a lawyer in Australia, having graduated in law from the Australian National University. After practising there for five years, he moved to London, where he worked as a solicitor for the City firm McKenna & Co (now CMS Cameron McKenna) in its construction litigation team. In November 1994 he was called to the Bar and started practice. In 2009 he was appointed Queen's Counsel.

Experience

Regular court-room appearances, from trial level to the highest appeal courts, have marked Coppel's practice from the outset. He backs this up with thorough preparation, effective use of team resources and an eye for detail. Breadth of practice enables him to find innovative and practical solutions to legal problems. Client commitment and an open style ensure the effective exchange of ideas and advice.

In addition to his domestic UK practice, Coppel has been instructed on major trials by leading firms in Jersey and the Isle of Man.