After more than 30 years as a barrister, largely specialising in real estate litigation, Anthony now exclusively offers mediation services through St Philips Chambers.
Anthony practises through a BSB authorised entity, Anthony Verduyn Limited (CRN 13939420)
For half of Anthony’s professional career, he has been a mediator (ADR Group accredited) and has mediated often for the First-tier Tribunal, Property Chamber.
As of January 2025, Anthony’s focus has been on mediation, alongside his continued judicial work.
Howe Properties (NE) Ltd v Accent Housing Ltd [2024] EWCA Civ 297; [2024] HLR 24; [2024] L&TR 27 – Construction of leases
Bryant Homes Ltd v Stein Management Ltd[2016] EWHC 2435 (Ch); [2017] 1 P. & C.R. 6: Restrictive covenants and money payment obligations
Unique Pub Properties v (1) Broad Green Tavern Ltd (2) Dempsey [2012] EWHC 2154 (Ch); [2012] 2 P&CR 17 – Construction of lease and beer flow monitoring
Wickens v Cheval Property Developments Ltd [2010] EWHC 2249 (Ch); [2011] 1 P. & C.R. DG9 – Obligations and passing of risk in fixtures and fittings in contract for the sale of land
Balevents v Sartori [2011] EWHC 2437 (Ch); [2011] All ER (D) 148 (Sep) – Adverse possession and fiduciary duties
Brooker v Unique Pub Properties Ltd [2009] EWHC 2599 (Ch); [2009] 3 E.G.L.R. 59; [2009] 49 E.G. 72 – Lease renewal and valuing licensed premises
Hyett v Stanley [2003] EWCA Civ 942; [2004] 1 F.L.R. 394; [2003] 3 F.C.R. 253; [2003] W.T.L.R. 1269; [2004] Fam. Law 23 – Constructive trusts and proprietary estoppel
Stafford Borough Council v Haynes [2003] EWCA Civ 159; [2003] H.L.R. 46 – Committal in social housing context
“Tony Verduyn has an uncanny knack of pulling rabbits out of legal hats.” Chambers & Partners 2025
“Anthony Verduyn is an excellent barrister who has a sharp eye for detail and is very knowledgeable about technical points of property law.” Chambers & Partners 2025
“Anthony is excellent on paper and excellent on his feet. He is responsive and very amenable. An all-round good barrister.” Legal 500 2025
“Anthony Verduyn is a well regarded property barrister with vast experience handling landlord and tenant disputes.” Who’s Who Legal 2024
“Anthony has excellent knowledge of a range of legal issues. A real team player.” Legal 500 2024
“Anthony Verduyn offers prompt advice on technically complex matters. He is a clear specialist for property litigation who is highly recommended.” Chambers & Partners 2024
“Anthony always provides a calm, confident reassurance and his advocacy skills and legal knowledge are outstanding.” Chambers & Partners 2024
Anthony Verduyn comes recommended by market commentators for his “very strong advocacy skills” and “impressive cross examination expertise.” 2023 Who’s Who Legal: UK Bar – Real Estate – Juniors
“Anthony is highly knowledgeable about property law. He is calm, reasonable, and thorough. He is very good at communication.” Legal 500 2023
“Very much a team player, gets the commercial angle first time and always willing to get stuck in.” Chambers & Partners 2023 “Top Ranked” Band 1, Real Estate Litigation Midlands
“Anthony Verduyn is a highly regarded name in the real estate space, renowned for handling a diverse range of property-related disputes.” Who’s Who Legal 2022
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