New King's Counsels welcomed by Lord Chancellor

His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of 105 barristers and solicitors as new King's Counsel (KC) in England and Wales. The title of KC is awarded to those who have demonstrated particular skill and expertise in the conduct of advocacy. 

The Lord Chancellor will preside over the appointment ceremony at Westminster Hall in March 2025, where she will formally bestow the title of KC upon the successful applicants.

Further information

• See the list of 2024 – 2025 Kings Counsel appointments.  
• KCs are appointed by His Majesty The King, on the advice of the Lord Chancellor. The Lord Chancellor is in turn advised by an independent Selection Panel which receives and considers each application and makes recommendations as to appointment. 
• The announcement of Honorary King's Counsel awards will be made separately this year.