Sam Keeling-Roberts
Called: 2005 Areas of Law: Housing, Chancery
Sam joined Chambers in 2007, and practises in all areas of commercial and chancery law, with a particular emphasis on property litigation and commercial contract disputes. Recently, he has built a practice in the burgeoning field of payment protection insurance litigation.
Prior to being called to the Bar, Sam studied architecture at the University of Sheffield, and practised in a commercial architects’ practice in Manchester. As such, Sam has a particular interest in construction disputes and architects’ and contractors’ negligence.
Sam undertook a two-year Master’s degree in law, which he completed with distinction; inter alia winning the Irwin Mitchell Prize for Torts and successfully participating in the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.
In preparation for pupillage in Chambers, Sam worked as a freelance county court advocate for a year, gaining valuable experience in all aspects of county court litigation.
In his spare time, Sam plays football in the Lancashire and Cheshire League for Govan Athletic, and follows Manchester City.