“a first–rate barrister. As an advocate, he is persuasive, deliberate and captivating; he holds court very well and is disarmingly affable but highly effective in cross–examination.”– Legal 500, 2022, 2023: Commercial, Tier 1“clearly very bright but he is also user–friendly and able to convey advice to clients in a clear and uncomplicated manner. His advocacy is robust when needed and he is a clear and compelling communicator in court."– Legal 500, 2024: Commercial, Tier 1“Adam conveys his advice in a concise and commercial manner, and can hold his own in court against counsel of significantly greater seniority.”– Legal 500, 2021: Commercial, Rising StarCommercial Chancery barrister with a coterminous practice in maritime, employment and public law.Cassel and Wigglesworth scholar of Lincoln's Inn. Former director and legal counsel of Sovereign Trust in Hong Kong. An advocate for responsible corporate governance.Successful yacht racer, aspiring triathlete and occasional contemporary-art theorist.