Family: divorce and financial remedy

Richard Castle

'Richard is like a silk; no case is too complex. Judges love him as he is always sensible and measured, he is very hardworking and thorough, and he is also kind and cares about domestic abuse, which is rare for a financial remedy barrister.'

Penelope Clapham

'Penelope is a fabulous barrister and an absolute star in financial remedy cases. She is resolution focused and can make the most complex of problems easy to understand, and she is always exceptionally well prepared and her notes are meticulous in their presentation.'

Elizabeth Clarke

'Elizabeth continues to be at the top of her game and she has chosen not to take silk, but her peers are a handful of top silks in matrimonial finance and she outshines them all. She is immensely thorough but her thoroughness is in order to ensure that she is unassailable in her advocacy, thinking fast and presenting her client's case with conviction and persuasion.'

Henry Clayton

Henry's attention to detail is absolutely unrivalled, he can recall specific details at the click of a finger and really knows every case he works on inside out, and he is always 110% prepared and therefore able to remain calm and confident in all client interactions. Henry has a very impressive analytical mind and is the go-to for very complex or detailed cases.'

Marina Faggionato

'Katherine is a superb barrister who is all over the details and she is a silk in the making. She is incredible with complicated financial cases, gives clear and early advice on the parameters of settlement, and her notes are well thought through.'

Sally Max

Jennifer Palmer

‘Jenny’s financial and commercial knowledge and skills are unparalleled, no other junior gets close to her facility with financial structures and analysis and numeracy; her years as an equity analyst at a hedge fund before the Bar sets her apart. Utterly practical, never surpassed on dealing with the details of the most complex arrangements and hugely insightful, her written work is the best, and her advocacy is calm, measured, unflappable and received as authoritative by the tribunal.’

Philip Perrins

'Philip is exceptionally knowledgeable, a master of complex financial matters, unflappable and measured, which clients find very reassuring. He is meticulous in his preparation, obviously reads all the papers and takes time to explain matters clearly to clients.'

Greg Williams

'Greg is a leader in his field and a go-to for TOLATA cases with a financial remedy element. He is calm and collected and a true gentleman, but balanced with the drive to achieve the absolute best for the client and has fire in his belly.'

Samantha Woodham

Sam is an impressive advocate, her written work is of the highest quality and her judgement is impeccable. She is personable and warm, but very tough when needed, and clients simply adore her.'

Phillip Blatchly

'Phillip's advocacy skills are exemplary, even against much more experienced opposition, he is measured, calm and highly persuasive. He reads the judge well, and knows exactly which points to push, and which to leave, his written notes are excellent and he works well with highly financially sophisticated clients.'

David Burles

'David is fantastic and has to be one of the go-to barristers for financial remedy in London. Financially astute and with an attention to the commercial reality of any situation, David is always able to find a way to resolve even the most complex of problems.'

‘Kyra is a class act and a go-to barrister. She has an excellent manner with clients whilst being able to deliver difficult advice, she leaves no stone unturned in the papers and will go above and beyond with her research in tricky and unusual matters, her advocacy and written work are both first-rate and she captures the judge’s attention in an understated way.’

Claire possesses a number of standout qualities that make her an invaluable asset in family law proceedings, particularly in financial remedy and children act matters. Her advocacy is consistently of the highest standard, measured, persuasive, and underpinned by a firm grasp of both the law and the facts, and she has a remarkable ability to distil complex financial issues into clear, compelling submissions that resonate with both judges and clients alike.'

Amy Kisser

'Amy is immersed in the detail which she knows backwards, and seems to have committed to memory irrespective of its complexity or volume. Her written work is first-class, measured, persuasive and attuned to what a judge wants and needs for her client to prevail.'

Alexander Laing

Alexander is everything that a barrister should be; brilliantly prepared, a master of preparation, and his written work is astonishingly good, combining brevity, clarity and winning cases before the hearing begins. He is a super star, the clients absolutely adore him, and his opponents are charmed and scared of his brilliance in equal measure.'

Niki Langridge

'Niki is a tremendous advocate with encyclopaedic knowledge of the law, always ready with the perfect caselaw, and powerful and effective in her delivery. he is hugely respected by the judiciary and other advocates alike, her involvement strengthens and brings credibility to every case, always securing a good outcome.’

Ewan Murray

'Ewan is always exceptionally well prepared for both conferences with clients and court appearances, and he provides clients with a reassuring presence with the utmost professionalism, but with a kind and warm manner to help put clients at ease. He is clear and articulate in his advocacy, which enables him to convey complex legal arguments to the tribunal whilst always ensuring lay clients are able to be engaged in the process appropriately.'

Peter Newman

‘Peter is the best junior for complicated financial matters. His understated and composed manner endears him to all judges, and his cross-examination is subtle and effective.’

Jonathan Tod

‘Nicholas is incredibly good with clients and has the ear of the court. He is thorough in his preparation and impressive in both his written work and advocacy.’

Helen Williams

‘Helen is the best family finance junior at the Bar and a go-to for any cases involving complex financial issues and allegations of non-disclosure. Helen’s accountancy experience gives her the edge, she has a razor sharp intelligence and yet explains the complexities in a way that enables her clients to make informed decisions and get to the best result, and is a total star junior.’

Nicholas Anderson

'Nicholas's judgement on cases is perfect; he can predict a financial outcome even from an early stage and encourage clients to make sensible settlement proposals, saving them costs. He does not shy from arguing a case, he is tactical in his advocacy and his style and legal knowledge mean that he is universally respected by judges.'

Adrian Barnett-Thoung-Holland

'Adrian is a truly exceptional all-rounder in the field and you can have complete confidence in his ability to achieve the best possible outcomes for his cases. He is highly intelligent and possesses exemplary client care abilities, and in the courtroom, he consistently maintains a courteous and professional demeanour, whilst effectively obtaining the outcomes that clients desire.'

Stephen Bartlet-Jones

One Pump Court

Richard Bates

'Richard is a highly experienced and very skilful matrimonial finance barrister. He is particularly good and knowledgeable dealing with cases concerning farms and family trusts, he is very engaging, and he makes being against a pleasurable experience because he does not take bad points and always gives the impression he is working hard to try to find the best approach for the case.'

Ben Boucher-Giles

'Ben has one of the best analytical brains ever and his ability to absorb information, analyse it and advise is just great. He delivers his advice with such clarity that there is never any doubt in the client's mind as to how they should proceed.'

Rosemary Budden

Rosemary knows the law backwards, she is bright and able, but most importantly practical. She always has a view, even without being sent any papers and or time to consider matters, and willingly speaks on the phone regularly before even taking instructions.'

Simon Calhaem

Gillon Cameron

‘Gillon leaves no stone unturned, as he researches and prepares impeccably. He is particularly good on those gritty issues that other counsel want to gloss over, and he gives decisive and clear advice with a wonderful client manner.’

Juliet Chapman

'Juliet is an exceptional barrister and one of the most skilful advocates of her generation. Her written work is immaculate, she is all over the detail of every brief and a pleasure to instruct, and she consistently delivers outstanding results with grace and finesse.'

Nicholas Chapman

' Nicholas has excellent judgement and the opinion he gives about the outcome of a case early on is usually spot on. He is extremely numerate and has a very good commercial understanding of businesses and ancillary matters associated with that, and he prepares methodically and is always on top of all the detail.'

Sophie Connors

‘ Sophie has a sharp legal mind, exceptional client care, and tireless dedication to securing the best possible outcomes. Her approach is thorough, strategic, and always client-focused, making her a trusted advocate in even the most complex and sensitive of matters.’

Katherine Cook

'Katherine is one of the foremost senior juniors of the family division. Brilliant on the detail, sound judgement, and a very effective advocacy style, she is calm and persuasive and very good with clients.'

Sarah Lucy Cooper

Thomas More Chambers

'Sarah has a very wide knowledge base when it comes to financial remedy work and also gets involved at grass roots level in terms of changes in the law. She is extremely personable and a pleasure to be against.'

Thomas Dance

'Thomas is a passionate and determined advocate, he is careful, thoughtful and diligent, and his written work is exemplary. In both written and oral submissions, he packs a punch with unparalleled wit and lands the same with precision.'

Elizabeth Darlington

‘Elizabeth has a busy nationwide practice, representing clients in financial remedy cases both in court and across the range of forms of dispute resolution. She is a master at ensuring the most appropriate form of dispute resolution is used for the particular case to achieve the best possible outcome for the client, and she is a fearless advocate.’

'Francesca is a class act. She is technically strong and quick on her feet, anticipating issues and proactively addressing them, she is always solution focused and robust when needed, and she is a smart and pragmatic negotiator.'

Gwynfor Evans

'Gwynfor is a leading authority on child maintenance, and quite literally wrote the handbook on the subject. His depth of knowledge is unmatched, and his advocacy is both precise and persuasive.’

Conor Fee

Conor is excellent on his feet, his wealth of experience and disarming manner in the courtroom nullifies hostility and leaves judges wanting to hear from him more, and he is protective over his clients and fights their cases hard whilst providing clear, pragmatic advice managing their expectations effectively. He makes himself available and stays committed to cases even when there are no hearings imminently in the diary.'

James Finch

'James is fantastic and has a phenomenal eye for detail. He knows the case inside out and is relied upon by the client, leading counsel and solicitors alike as a result, and he is available frequently between hearings and incredibly user friendly.'

Matthew Firth

'Matthew is extremely focussed and sharp on the issues both in pre-hearing conference with client and in advocacy. His written position statement and notes of judgment post hearing are also excellent.'

Miriam Foster

'Miriam is a formidable advocate with a particular talent for distilling complex financial issues into clear, compelling arguments. She is calm under pressure, highly responsive, and always thoroughly prepared, and her written work is meticulous, and her advocacy is authoritative and persuasive.'

Nicola Fox

‘Nicola brings a wealth of experience to her practice in family law, particularly in complex financial remedy proceedings and cases involving serious welfare issues relating to children. Nicola is exceptionally thorough in her preparation and delivers consistently high-quality advocacy, both written and oral.’

Victoria Francis

Victoria can always get even the most anxious, angry or distressed client on board. Her client care skills are exceptional and she is brilliant at establishing a rapport with the client, the judge and her opponents.'

Harry Gates

Harry's advice is sensible and measured and you can have complete confidence that the advice that he gives to the client and his arguments in support of the client's position will be well received by the judge. He gives realistic and constructive advice to clients, and he is an iron fist in a kid's glove, unfailingly polite to his solicitor and also to his opponents, and it a pleasure to work with him.'

George Harley

George is a well-respected and well-liked advocate. He is able to bring calm to even the most difficult client and help them to a good conclusion, and judges trust what George says about a case.’

Thomas Harvey

'Thomas really is first class. He is incredibly hard-working and generous with his time, clients take confidence from his unflappable manner and his obvious mastery of all the details of their case, and he is extremely bright, and takes a thoughtful and intellectual approach to cases.'

Ayesha Hasan

3DJB

‘Ayesha has a good overall command of the facts of her cases and argues them succinctly.’

Fiona Hay

Fitzrene Headley

Fitzrene is extremely able and is forensic in her review and knowledge of the papers. She is at ease with clients, which helps to build a good rapport with them swiftly, and she makes herself available to her instructing solicitor and offers sensible and pragmatic advice to clients.'

Sophie Hill

Sophie is a brilliant senior junior. She is always impeccably well prepared and knows her cases inside and out, she is meticulous in her preparation of her cases and incredibly knowledgeable of the legal issues.'

Helen Jefferson

‘Helen is the most wonderful barrister; a go-to for all matters relating to matrimonial finance and private children work. She is tenacious, hard-working and always welcomes the instructing solicitor’s opinion in the case, and she has an incredible knowledge of case law.'

Eleri Jones

'Eleri is truly exceptional, incredibly bright and able to apply the law in a pragmatic and focussed fashion. She can see the wood from the trees and is able to construct a beautiful argument that is persuasive and coherent, and it is unusual to find counsel who are equally adept at child and money cases and one of her great strengths is her ability to construct a strategy that works for both elements in cases.'

Sophie Kay

Coram Chambers

'Sophie exemplifies versatility and excellence in her field. You can have full confidence in her ability to achieve great outcomes in any legal matters, and her intelligence is complemented by outstanding client care skills.'

Christian Kenny

'Christian is unflappable, he has a measured advocacy style that clearly guides judges to the right outcome, and he is always a pleasure to deal with, taking the time to explain concepts and advice simply and plainly until they are understood. He has also dealt with some very tricky litigants in person, moving matters towards a sensible conclusion.'

Camini Kumar

7BR

'Camini's strength as a barrister lies in her impeccable preparation and her powerful intellect. She is a lawyer's lawyer and will have thought about every angle of case before she goes into a courtroom.'

Marcus Lazarides

'Jennifer is quite simply fantastic. She knows intrinsically when to settle but when the case demands it she is absolutely fearless in pursuit of victory and is exactly who you want on your team for those tricky uncertain cases.'

Jennifer Lee

Pump Court Chambers

Max Lewis

‘Max is an exceptionally talented advocate; he is particularly strong in relation to complex cases involving technical areas such as jurisdiction disputes, religious marriages and difficult enforcement issues. He is extremely good with clients, delivering clear robust advice with empathy and care.’

Caroline Lister

'Caroline is quite simply excellent, she has her eye on the ball and has an impressive knack for picking up the finer details whilst delivering a sharp strategy. She is well prepared, hugely intelligent and she works for the best outcome for her clients.'

Rhiannon Lloyd

Rhiannon is a standout family law barrister with a well-earned reputation for her expertise in financial remedies work. She is regularly instructed in high-value and complex financial cases, often involving intricate trust structures, offshore assets, business valuations, and allegations of non-disclosure.’

Jacqueline Marks

Jacqueline always prepares thoroughly, she has a swift and clear grasp of complex issues, and is always willing to provide advice on how to approach matters, and clients really appreciate how clearly she understand her brief, down to the smallest detail. She is calm and always focused, and clients feel they can rely on her guidance both in her representing their case in the best way, but also when it comes to negotiating settlements.’

Janine McGuigan

‘Janine is a future hall-of-famer. Not only is she an absolutely delightful person, but she combines it with a fierce desire to advance her client’s best interests at all times, and her written work is powerful and persuasive, bettered only by her advocacy.’

Lily Mottahedan

'Lily is always very astute, confident and intelligent in the advice she gives. She effortlessly holds her own against senior counsel, she is forceful in her submissions, both written and oral, and authoritative with the client.'

Lucy Owens

'Lucy's attention to detail and preparation is second-to-none and she always knows every page of her brief and instructions and can remember the smallest detail and find it in her papers. She is well respected by the judiciary and other barristers and solicitors alike, and she is a great advocate with passion and confidence and is always available to help her instructing solicitor as the case progresses.'

Jennifer Perrins

James Pullen

'James is an excellent advocate, he has a clear and concise style that judges find very easy to follow, and he is unflappable and tenacious in his pursuit of a fair outcome for his client. He has a good negotiating style too.'

Joe Rainer

Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

'Joe's advocacy is brilliant, his written work is brilliant, and his knowledge of the law is brilliant. He is flawless and also a thoroughly decent person with a wonderful sense of humour, which makes him a joy to work with, an he can turn his hand to anything, from the most complex of financial remedy cases, to international enforcement, to jurisdiction cases.'

Amber is a formidable advocate who brings exceptional clarity and strategy to every case. She handles emotionally charged situations with great sensitivity while remaining completely focused on securing the best outcome for the client.’

Samantha Singer

'Samantha is simply sensational. She is the full package; always flawless preparation, excellent documents and skilled advocacy, and clients love her.'

Morgan Sirikanda

‘Christopher should be everyone’s go-to at the London Bar for work involving the intersection of financial remedies and insolvency. Not only is his knowledge of the area utterly encyclopaedic, but he has the razor-sharp client and advocacy skills to back it up.’

Christopher Stirling

Field Court Chambers

Simon Sugar

‘Simon is an incredible advocate, his cross-examination is sharp and focussed, and he has an excellent combination of well prepared questions and a fast response to previous answers. Simon’s closing speeches are a work of art and fascinating to watch, and he is persuasive, eloquent, and keeps the judge fully engaged.’

Emma Sumner

'Emma is now one of the leading juniors at the financial bar, and it cannot be long before she deservedly takes silk. Emma is diligent in her preparation, kind to and engaged with her clients and a forceful and persuasive advocate; this is why she is one of the very best.'

Suzanne Syme

‘Suzanne is a very capable barrister who has a very engaging manner and is always brilliantly prepared. She does not take bad points and has very good judgement such that she fights her cases proportionately for her clients.’

Mandy Tanner

‘Mandy is a fantastic barrister, she is incredibly knowledgable and very good with clients, and she gives what can sometimes be difficult advice to clients with a personal approach and clients always feel in safe hands with her. She is not afraid to be robust and fight hard for clients whilst at the same time being pragmatic, and her advocacy is clear concise and straight to the point which clients are always impressed with.’

Rhys is simply one of the brightest and most impressive juniors in family finance and cohabitation cases. A first choice and a reliable choice, technically brilliant, with a fine attention to detail, he has a skill for charismatic and persuasive advocacy.'

Petra Teacher

29 Bedford Row Chambers '

Petra is one of the very top financial remedy juniors. She combines a razor like precision in the preparation of her cases with charm, kindness and empathy in spades, making her a superb barrister and a future silk.'

Julia Townend

'Julia is a stupendous individual, is always beyond well prepared and manages to create novel ideas and conjure up routes to resolution even in the most torrid of circumstances. Julia's legal brain is huge and it seemingly never stops ticking, and her legal intelligence is equally matched by her emotional intelligence.'

Max Turnell

'Max is a wonderful barrister to work with; he is always well prepared, very knowledgeable and the safest pair of hands when dealing with clients. His advocacy is measured, clear and persuasive, he is charming with clients and easy to work with from a professional viewpoint, and he is also responsive should there be any queries or follow up work to be carried out.'

William Tyzack

Craig Vickers

Craig is fantastic, robust and strong, and has exactly the right manner in front of judges. He advocates for his clients but does not appear pushy or aggressive, he has all the information readily available and gets the right point across in the best way, while ensuring clients feel well represented and that their opinion is respected.'

Victoria Wilson

Goldsmith Chambers

'Victoria is a talented litigator with experience of both children and financial work. She is bright and able, with a strong court room presence.'

Ben Wooldridge

Ben has an enormous capacity for absorbing information, and is meticulous in his preparation. He is at the very top of his game at the junior financial remedies bar and is the first choice for any case.'

Mark Ablett

‘Mark is an astute and commercially minded advocate who combines a deep understanding of the law with pragmatic, client-focused advice. His written work is consistently clear, concise, and persuasive, and in court, he is a composed and strategic advocate, with a calm but firm approach that resonates with both judges and clients.’

Douglas Allen

'Douglas's advocacy is sharp and detailed, focussing on the essential elements only. He delivers his advocacy in the same way as his advice in conference, quietly and assuredly, and you know you are in good hands and clients instantly appreciate his bedside manner.'

Jude Allen

'Jude is a phenomenal advocate, she has impeccable judgement, and her down-to-earth style enables her to bring clients along with her. She works hard to find constructive, real-world solutions that result in settlements being achieved.'

Lee Arnot

'Lee is supremely knowledgeable and has the unique ability of technical expertise twinned with client care. He provides robust representation tempered with comprehensive advice ensuring clients are immediately confident in his representation.'

Annabel Barrons

'Annabel is a firecracker of a barrister who operates years above her call. Her tactical advice is shrewd and calculating, she is able to communicate to clients in a straightforward and sensitive manner, and her advocacy is punchy, persuasive, and carefully tailored to fit the needs of her clients.'

Charanjit Batt

Nicholas Bennett

‘Nicholas is pre-eminent in the field of agreements (both pre- and post-nuptial). He brings exceptional intellectual firepower as well as a very keen sense of the practical advice needed for clients.’

Harry Campbell

Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

‘Harry is exceptionally clever. He excels at unravelling a complex legal argument and holds his own against far more senior counsel. His written work is outstandingly good and persuasive and he is able to keep even the client who is the most disgruntled about the state of the law on board.’.’

Jane Campbell

'Clients like Jane because she is approachable, she delivers advice the clients may not want to hear in an honest and firm manner, and her negotiating skills are incredible, so you want her on your side in an FDR/pFDR. In court, her delivery is clear, concise and firm, delivered in a calm manner meaning that she is listened to by the judiciary.'

John Chapman

‘John stands out due to his sharp intellect and compelling advocacy skills. His strategic acumen and keen eye for detail ensure that the client and solicitor alike feel fully supported, he is a formidable force in the courtroom, making him an indispensable ally in any family law financial dispute, but he also keeps on eye on conciliatory outcomes and cost effective solutions.’

Sabuhi Chaudhry

Sabuhi is the absolute go-to barrister for family finance. Her preparation is meticulous and her greater understanding allows her presentation of the case to be so much more comprehensive, often allowing the judge to understand the full dynamics of the facts and personalities so that justice is served and the right order is achieved.'

'Calm, great with the client and solicitor alike, knows the law and good on her feet.'

Lucia Crimp

‘Lucia is one of the most able juniors at the family Bar. Her case preparation is extremely thorough, she is great on paper and fantastic in court, and she is able to cope with the most difficult and demanding clients and never pulls her punches.’

Lynsey Cade Davies

'Katherine is a ruthless, strong and formidable advocate. She is able to analyse the numerical data at her fingertips and at a moment’s notice with exact and precise ability.'

Ben Fearnley

Grace Garrett-Sadler

'Grace is a clear, focused and persuasive advocate, and she is well prepared and responsive, fitting seamlessly into the solicitor/client relationship. She has a pragmatic approach, is consistently helpful, and she has a way of guiding clients effectively to a sensible resolution.'

Anthony Geadah

His advocacy is strong and you can always be confident that clients will come away from hearings knowing Anthony fought their corner.'

Rosanne Godfrey-Lockwood

'Rosanne has an eye for detail, and she gives clients confidence that they are being represented by the best of the best.'

George Gordon

George is undoubtedly a leader in the field of financial remedy work. His in-depth knowledge of financial matters, combined with a meticulous attention to detail, makes him a standout in this area, and he is highly skilled at navigating complex financial cases and has an excellent track record of achieving favourable outcomes for clients.'

Eleanor Harris

Eleanor is a strong advocate, she has excellent attention to detail and is good with client care, offering a kind and empathetic but firm approach. Eleanor has an impressive ability to wade through extensive documentation on complex matters to draw out the key strategic points, and she is able to distil complex legal concepts and relay them in a client friendly manner.’

Elizabeth Hartnett

‘Elizabeth has fantastic judicial instincts, no doubt from her work sitting as a DDJ. She will put clients at ease quickly, acknowledging their circumstances and giving them confidence in her approach, and she is well prepared for hearings and an excellent advocate.’

Laura Heaton

‘Laura is a force to be reckoned with, displaying a meticulous eye for detail and analytical rigour. Her judicial experience adds strength to her positioning of cases, and she has impeccable judgement.’

Guy Holland

The 36 Group

'Guy is a go-to barrister for TOLATA matters. He is loved by clients and gives concise, pragmatic advice, and he’s always on hand throughout a matter, becoming an invaluable member of the clients legal team.'

Georgina Howitt

'The detail of Georgina's preparation and paperwork is first-class. Her advocacy is sharp and to the point, there are no wasted questions, and she is a first-class act; sharp, empathetic, assertive and all over the detail.'

Sally Jackson

New Court Chambers

'Sally is an experienced and impressive advocate. Her submissions in writing and orally are clear and focussed, while being suitably robust.'

Stephen Jarmain

'Stephen is one of the leading barristers in the country for both complex finance and complex children work. He has the unique quality that he has great strength in both areas, his preparation for cases is faultless, and he knows his papers inside out and is always three steps ahead.'

Hannah Jones

'Hannah is calm and collected when she needs to be but a tour de force in the court room. There is very little perceivable difference in her confidence and tenacity when compared with counsel many years her senior.'

Kate Jones

4 King’s Bench Walk

'Kate is one of the most succinct and organised barristers you could ever work with. Her case notes are unbeatably clear and she is appreciated greatly by clients, she has a significant presence in the courtroom, and she is fast-paced with the ability to ad-hoc any sudden changes in trajectory as part of her advocacy.'

Madhavi Kabra

Madhavi has a first-rate knowledge of the legal principles in the highly technical area of cross-jurisdictional disputes and complex money cases. However, her real quality is her ability to exercise judgement and apply that knowledge to the factual matrix.'

Seema Kansal

'Seema is an amazing barrister, best choice ever.'

Geoffrey Kelly

Pump Court Chambers

'Geoffrey has incredible attention to detail and the ability to grasp complex asset structures and factual matrixes easily. He provides his advice to clients in a pragmatic and relatable manner which puts them at ease quickly.'

Chloe Kenvin

'Chloe is incredibly knowledgeable and comes across well to the client. Her written work is very good along with her advocacy skills.'

Roxanne King

'Roxanne is very calm under pressure and has a reassuring presence with clients. She is always well prepared and her advocacy is persuasive and highly effective.'

‘Lauren is extremely good at cutting through the noise on a case and getting straight to the issue. She is brilliant with clients and adapts her language to their particular needs, she is empathetic but strong and not afraid to give robust advice where needed, and she is a very strong advocate in court and has the judges listening to her clear and concise submissions.’

Imogen Lloyd-Thomas

‘Imogen is unflappable, very good technically and is a clever negotiator. Her advocacy is firm and persuasive, she is well liked and respected by judges and opponents alike, and her client manner is excellent as she makes clients feel at ease.’

Jenna Lucas

Pump Court Chambers

'Jenna has become a go-to for complex financial cases, and her foundation as a solicitor is one of her many strengths. She is always impeccably prepared, on top of every detail, and her persuasion knows no bounds, and she is collaborative and extremely approachable throughout a case, which makes her a delight to work with.'

Stephen Lue

Garden Court Chambers

'Stephen is a tenacious advocate and skilled negotiator, always having the clients' interests at forefront of any discussions. He has tenacity and a commanding presence at court whilst remaining calm against the most difficult opponents.'

Gavin Lyon

'Gavin is a star advocate. He has an easy client manner which inspires confidence, he is always well prepared but sensible and pragmatic, and his advocacy is first-class.'

Stephen Lyon

Tara Lyons

‘Tara’s advocacy is absolutely excellent. On her feet she is almost unstoppable, and her preparation and attention to detail and ability to consume vast swathes of information is exceptional. ‘

Oliver Marre

5 Stone Buildings

'Oliver is a compelling advocate, creating simplicity out of what are invariably complex tax rules. His mastery of a brief results in a compelling delivery, and despite his obvious intelligence and erudition on tax law, he is very accessible to the lay client as well as to instructing solicitors.'

‘Kelan is a magnificent barrister and a go-to counsel for both money and children cases, a premier league expert in both which is quite rare. He is very approachable, always contactable and incredibly hardworking, and he has the ear of judges with a lovely advocacy style.’

Anita Mehta

Anita is a formidable advocate in court, calm, precise, and persuasive, and always thoroughly prepared and able to present complex financial arguments with clarity and confidence. Her advocacy is focused and incisive, she always conducts herself with professionalism and respect, which is recognised by the judges.'

‘Victoria has superb judgement in financial remedy cases. She combines expert cross-examination with a fantastic command of the law.’

Joseph Moore

'Joseph is meticulous in his preparation, his written and oral advocacy is thorough, clear and exceptional, and he is quick on his feet and an extremely strong advocate. Excellent client care skills and excellent judgement, and always willing to go one step further and works really well as a team with his clients and instructing solicitors.'

Laura Moys

‘Laura is a brilliant advocate with phenomenal attention to detail. She has a lovely manner with clients and is clear and concise with her advice, her experience sitting as a Recorder gives her a brilliant insight into what judges are looking for, and she ensures that she matches her style to each individual judge and client.’

Harry Nosworthy

'Harry is a delight to work with. His knowledge of the papers is seriously impressive and his drafting is impeccable.'

Kate Ozwell

'Kate is very personable and establishes a good rapport with clients from an early stage. She is great at delivering news which is not always welcomed, and very pragmatic in finding solutions to cases where negotiations have become stuck.'

Emily Page

'Emily is exceptional with a reassuringly calm and measured approach and she is fiercely intelligent. She immediately puts clients at their ease, and she is a confident and level-headed advocate who, you can be confident, will be on the side of reason.'

Helen Pomeroy

‘Helen is an all round exceptional advocate and captures both the judge’s attention and the client’s trust. She masters both financial and children issues effortlessly which makes her so versatile, and she has so much to offer clients.’

Louise Potter

'Louise is guaranteed to be thoroughly prepared and dynamic is seeking solutions and remedies to obstacles which may be an issue during the course of a matter. She has a meticulous eye for detail and is able to deconstruct and analyse complex facts and figures in a limited timeframe, and she is empathetic and client focused, reassuring and calm, and places the client at the forefront, which is central to her being able to engage productively with them.'

Emily Rayner

‘Emily inspires confidence in both clients and instructing solicitors. She has meticulous attention to detail, is tactically smart and knows which points to take, and her easy and empathetic style is appreciated by clients and she always keeps her eye on the big picture, meaning her settlement rate is excellent.’

'Matthew is a delight to work with and is very analytical with all angles of the case considered in great depth, as is the case law. In conference the client is advised of all potential outcomes delivered in a very succinct and charming manner and in a way that the client understands.'

Kate Van Rol

‘Kate is a standout-talent at the Bar, her work is marked by an intellectual clarity and strategic acuity that sets her apart in high-value, complex financial remedy proceedings often involving overseas assets and challenging disclosure issues, and she brings an enviable command of detail and an instinctive feel for the commercial realities that underpin family finance. Clients are in safe hands with Kate.’

Rebecca Rothwell

'Rebecca is an excellent advocate and a go-to barrister for financial remedies cases. She is proactive and well prepared for all hearings, and gets to the crux of the case quickly, allowing cases to be focused from the outset.'

'Marc's civil background gives him a real edge when it comes to matrimonial finance cases which have more corporate elements or civil cross overs. He is able to quickly assimilate complex issues and distill these down to relevant digestible submissions and arguments, and his client management skills really complement the solicitors role, building a strong team around the client.'

Matthew Shaw

'Matthew is incredibly thorough; he reads all the papers, absorbs everything about the case and is completely on top of the detail. His advocacy is robust yet he has a very nice, friendly manner with clients, he does his utmost to get the best outcome for clients, and he is also very responsive and helpful to his instructing solicitors.'

Rachel Spicer

'Rachel is a highly experienced, super-clever and respected barrister; one of the best-known juniors of her generation who is at ease working on complex and high-profile financial cases. The safest of safe pair of hands, she has everything covered and is a delight to work with.'

Joseph Switalski

‘Joseph is a titan of the family Bar in the making. He is always on top of every detail of a case, robust in his advocacy and objective in his advice, and he is never afraid to pursue a point, he always has the ear of the judge, and achieves formidable results for his clients.’

Holly Symonds

‘Holly is knowledgeable, she has an excellent grasp of the legal complexities involved financial proceedings, and has offered thoughtful and strategic advice for each case. Her communication skills are excellent and her advocacy exceptional, she treats clients with genuine care and compassion and respect, and clients give excellent feedback and request her for future hearings.’

Perican Tahir

Perican is one of the most formidable and skilled barristers in the field and she brings an extraordinary depth of knowledge to every case, carefully examining all the financial intricacies to provide precise and actionable advice. What truly sets Perican apart is her forceful and dynamic advocacy, and she has an impressive ability to take control of challenging financial proceedings, confidently presenting her client’s position with clarity and determination.'

Richard Tambling

'Richard is fantastic with clients. He puts them at ease immediately and is in full command of all the facts of a case, and he advocates for his clients tirelessly.'

Charlotte Trace

Charlotte is the consummate professional; always extremely well prepared and lovely with clients yet she is scarily smart. You can always feel that when Charlotte is on board, you have a solid team ethos.'

Sarah Tyler

'Sarah is a robust advocate who grapples well with complex issues whilst also having an empathic approach to clients.'

Matthew Warmoth

Matthew is an outstanding advocate with a calm, persuasive courtroom manner. He has an exceptional ability to distil complex financial evidence into a clear, structured presentation, making him highly effective both with judges and clients.'

Duncan Watson

'Duncan is extraordinary with his ability to think on his feet, provide advice to the client in a manner in which they understand and most importantly, his ability to think outside of the box so that all avenues are explored before providing advice in the client's best interest. His advocacy in court is second-to-none, his reasoning is sound, his delivery clear and tailored to the judge and needs of the case, and he approaches each matter with confidence yet maintains the sensitivity that the case requires.'

James Webb

'James is an exceptionally hard working junior barrister who has real command of cases and shows excellent judgement. He is one to watch.'

Peter Wilkinson

3PB

'Peter is a very sharp and focused advocate, and he is supremely diligent in his preparation and has the ability to cut across various issues while remaining on point. Peter is forceful on his feet, very persuasive and gives clear and thoughtful advice which instils utter confidence in the client.'

Emma Wilson

1 King's Bench Walk

'Emma is incredibly thorough in her preparation and is persuasive when putting forward a case, including being able to think on her feet when challenged. Her manner with clients is a good balance between being sympathetic and providing clear, measured advice.'

Gerald Wilson

'Gerald has a very impressive technical knowledge of the law. He is the go-to barrister when you have a tricky situation as he will immediately provide a computation of the law, how it applies and is very clear on outcomes, which means you are not taking unnecessary risks.'

Katie Wood

'Katie is an exceptionally intelligent and empathetic barrister who brings both clarity and compassion to every case. Clients trust Katie implicitly, and rightly so; she is a calm and reassuring presence in even the most challenging situations, and her advocacy skills are exceptional.'

Sarah Wood

5 St Andrews Hill

‘Sarah is an exceptional advocate with a vast knowledge of the law. She applies her skills in all her cases and is able to bring the best of out of even worst case scenarios.’

Oliver Woolley

‘Oliver is a go-to barrister for financial remedy cases, as he has an ability to cut through cases and focus on the most pertinent points to try and achieve a swift and favourable outcome for clients. He is a skillful and persuasive advocate with an ability to control the courtroom, and nothing is ever too much for Oliver.’

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.

Alex Aspinwall

Alex is a fabulous advocate. Very calm and quick thinking on his feet, He is confident and he can charm a difficult client. Alex loves a challenge – solicitors can throw the most complex international case at him and he’ll not only get to grips with it with ease but he’ll see the wood for the trees.’

Tadhgh Barwell O’Connor

'Tadhgh is exceptionally talented. He embodies everything you want in a family law barrister: he is intelligent, a persuasive advocate, an excellent team player, and incredible with clients – he delivers advice in a kind and empathetic manner, even when it is advice that clients do not want but need to hear.'

Edward Benson

Ed is exceptional in every respect. He works tirelessly on behalf of clients and has an encyclopaedic knowledge of the papers. He is an excellent advocate and his technical expertise extends well beyond his years.'

Henrietta Boyle

Henrietta is fantastic. She has a brilliant way of explaining things to clients and winning their trust. She is extremely well-prepared and unflappable. She is very persuasive and crystal clear in her advocacy.'

Zoe Harrison

'Zoe is an exceptionally good barrister with a gravitas which belies her year of call. Her research is extensive and meticulous, and her notes for final hearings are persuasive.'

Daniel Jeffrey

Dan has a real talent for distilling complex matters to clients, opponents and judges. His manner gives clients confidence and he has the ear of both opponents and judges .'

Nico consistently demonstrates exceptional technical ability. particularly in matters involving intricate financial issues. He has a sharp analytical mind and a meticulous approach to both preparation and presentation. His written work is always clear, precise and detailed.'

Lydia Newman-Saville

'Lydia is incredibly bright, a great communicator and able to put clients at ease with her calm and collected approach immediately on arrival at court. Lydia's efforts and work rate put in during final hearings and appeals is effective, diligent and unrelenting, and she is always on hand to offer support, deal with queries and all preparations required.'

Christie O’Connell

'Christie has exceptional technical skill and empathetic accessible delivery, tailored to clients and case dynamics. She is a huge client favourite, delivering excellent results in clear and time efficient way, and she is very intuitive and gets straight to the crux of cases.'

Jessica O’Driscoll-Breen

Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Jessica has a rare combination of fierce in the court room and brilliant with clients and solicitors. She is willing to go the extra mile, is always extremely well-prepared, and she is robust in cross-examination.’

Henry Pritchard

'Henry is meticulous and thorough in his preparation. He brings commercial and pragmatic solutions to the table and has a keen eye on settlement or narrowing the issues where possible, and he has an excellent manner with clients and is robust in his advocacy.'

Ulrike Ramsay

Her thoughtful and calm manner was particularly reassuring for nervous clients. Ulrike is a bright spark with a great future ahead of her.'

Roxane Reiser

Wilberforce Chambers

Clever and kind – an excellent combination. She draws you in with her submissions and always has something to say that is worth listening to. An asset to a legal team. ‘

Calum Smith

'Calum is a go-to barrister for financial remedy cases, he is intelligent, his drafting is punchy and rarely needs any amendment, and he's a star in court. He speaks plainly, isn't afraid to challenge the judge, has that ability not all barristers do where they can get on with all types of client and instil the client's confidence in them quickly.'

Fiona Stewart

Fiona cannot be recommended highly enough for navigating complex financial remedy cases; she brings not only an impressive depth of legal expertise, but a rare combination of empathy, clarity and strategic thinking. What sets her apart is her ability to explain complex legal concepts in a way that is both understandable and empowering for the client, and every step of the process, from case preparation to her advocacy, is handled with precision and care.'

Srishti Suresh

Coram Chambers

'She is immensely clever and on top of the law, and brings wisdom beyond her years in applying the law to each case to secure the best outcome possible.'

Philip Tait