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Family: Divorce And Financial Remedy

1 Hare Court

1 King's Bench Walk

29 Bedford Row Chambers

Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Leading Silks

Tim Amos KC – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) 'Tim is universally considered to be one of London's leading barristers on matters of international family law, particularly with regards to jurisdiction and financial remedy claims. He is a very tenacious advocate who you would certainly want on your side rather than be against.'

Deborah Bangay KC – 1 Hare Court 'Deborah is just a brilliant all rounder, and because of her experience there is little she hasn't seen before and will always give proper, clear advice. Great with clients, on her feet and in writing, her advocacy is fearless.'

Timothy Bishop KC – 1 Hare Court 'Timothy is elegance and sophistication personified in his advocacy, in his client handling and in working with his instructing solicitors. A reassuring and calm presence for clients who immediately know they are in safe hands, a persuasive force to be reckoned with in the court room with sometimes only the lightest touch.'

Alexis Campbell KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ' Alexis is at the very top of her game and she is a fantastic head of chambers and brilliant advocate who frequently wipes the floor with many of the top London silks. She delivers first-rate advice with incredibly insightful judgement.'

Philip Cayford KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘Philip is immensely dependable and very good at reassuring the nervous litigant and fearless in Court. Having been twice to the Supreme Court, he is a leader of the profession, and as busy and influential as ever.’

Deborah Eaton KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk 'Deborah is a force of nature who never stops fighting hard for clients, even when a case may look hopeless or lost. She is a dogged and detailed cross-examiner, approaches every consultation with a client with vigour, leaving no question unasked and no angle unconsidered.'

Charles Hale KC – 4PB ‘Nobody is better on their feet than Charles; it is akin to watching an actor in their prime come to life on the stage that is set just for them. Superb with clients, an utterly reassuring voice and approach, and great on the specifics of business assets.’

Charles Howard KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘Charles is the best cross-examiner at the family Bar, he is a tenacious litigator, a fearless advocate and is prodigiously clever. There is no better leader for your team in a tricky case, as he has so much courtroom experience, especially in the biggest ultra-high-net-worth cases.’

Stewart Leech KC – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) 'Stewart is one of the most polished and persuasive counsel on his feet. He argues a client's case with encyclopaedic knowledge of the law but with a style and flair to match, and he is the absolute go-to counsel for jurisdiction cases.'

Lewis Marks KC –Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Philip Marshall KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘Philip is a leading light of the financial remedy Bar. He is incredibly bright and always willing to think outside of the box to best achieve his client’s aims.’

Deepak Nagpal KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk 'Deepak is at the very top of his game; intellectually colossal and technically the very best. He is one of the go-to barristers for heavyweight, complex, ultra-high-value cases, often with an international element, and he is a true courtroom titan with advocacy that is robust and punchy.'

Harry Oliver KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk 'Harry is the most indefatigable, energetic and fierce advocate in championing his client's case. He leaves no detail to chance and works harder and more strategically than most, and he is absolutely the go-to advocate for private equity cases.'

Christopher Pocock KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘Christopher is one of the leading silks in matrimonial finance, a reputation he has won by his winning combination of super-numeracy, forensic skill, and a compelling written and oral presentation. He is very comfortable in the most complex financial cases and has excellent judgement on where a case will land.’

Timothy Scott KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers

Jonathan Southgate KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers 'There isnt a better barrister in London than Jonathan. Instructing Jonathan means a calm and well managed case, as nothing makes him flap , and he wants to hear from all the team members and values their input.'

Richard Todd KC – 1 Hare Court 'Richard has brilliant negotiation skills and is fantastic in private FDR. He always goes the extra mile for his clients.'

Nicholas Allen KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘Nicholas is second-to-none at the family finance Bar in terms of his commitment to supporting his clients in the best possible way. He has done more than anyone to promote the advantages of non-court dispute resolution at the Bar.’

Rebecca Carew-Pole KC – 1 Hare Court ‘Rebecca is in a class of her own. She is relentless in her preparation and lives and breathes her cases, her attention to detail is superb and she misses no detail, and she can charm judges, opponents and clients alike.’

Patrick Chamberlayne KC –29 Bedford Row Chambers

Michael Horton KC – Coram Chambers 'Michael is a heavyweight leading advocate; he has taken two cases to the Supreme Court and has conducted numerous other appeals in the Court of Appeal. He is vastly knowledgeable, considered, committed and pugnacious when required.'

Brent Molyneux KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers

James Roberts KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘James is highly experienced in UHNW cases and the particular demands of sensitive clients. A battler who every client can see lives and breathes their best interests with an uncanny ability to identify the best and worst points of a case, and to accentuate the former and give realistic advice on the latter.’

Christopher Wagstaffe KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers 'Christopher is especially strong in respect of attacking or defending assets placed within trusts or protective structure. Chris is a skilled and persuasive advocate able to explain simply but powerfully the most complicated factual matrix and the intricacies and nuances of the law.'

Justin Warshaw KC – 1 Hare Court 'Justin is just fabulous on his feet, judges love him, and has a good sense of humour. He is also really responsive which is so helpful, he rolls up his sleeves, makes himself available and, there isn't a more impressive advocate when it comes to high-profile and big money cases.'

Katie Cowton KC – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) 'Katie is quite simply at the top of the tree. She is the most meticulous and hardworking barrister, combined with outstanding numeracy and drafting, meaning she is the full package, with advocacy that is incredibly persuasive.'

James Ewins KC – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Frank Feehan KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk 'Frank excels in his ability to combine legal knowledge with a compassionate understanding of the personal and emotional aspects of family law. his advocacy in divorce and financial remedy cases is measured, persuasive, and highly effective, and he is particularly skilled at simplifying complex financial matters, making them accessible to clients and the court alike.'

Michael Glaser KC – Fourteen ‘Michael is in a league of his own and no other silk offers the breadth and depth of expertise that he does. His experience fighting and winning committal proceedings is unrivalled, he makes the most complex matter seem simple, and cases with capacity issues is yet another area in which he excels.’

Nichola Gray KC – 1 Hare Court 'Nichola is a go-to silk for financial remedy work acting for both husbands and wives. She's great on paper and on her feet in court, and is well respected and liked by judges, by opposing counsel and most importantly by clients.'

Daniel Lightman KC – Serle Court 'Daniel's real strength is a deep analysis of case law and clinical presentation of the law. The advocacy is not showy, but rather on point and precise.'

Nicholas Yates KC – 1 Hare Court 'Nicholas is a formidable opponent; he is immaculately prepared and lays the groundwork for a hearing with his powerful written advocacy. In court, he is thorough and persuasive, and outside court, in negotiation, he is friendly, pragmatic, charming, and easy to do business with.'

Duncan Brooks KC –Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Alexander Chandler KC – 1 King’s Bench Walk 'Alex is simply first rate, always on point, and go-to for complex financial cases. He is across even the most complicated of legal and factual cases with ease, he can call a case from the outset and knows the strategy to get to the desired outcome.'

Christopher Hames KC – 4PB 'Chris has a tremendous ability to get to the very heart of the issue in a case. He is always extremely well prepared, his advocacy is authoritative, and clients love his empathy.'

Ann Hussey KC – 1 Hare Court 'Ann is a superb and persuasive advocate and a creative problem solver. An essential part of any litigation team who is a pleasure to work with and much respected by judges and clients alike.'

Jaqueline Julyan SC – 5 St Andrews Hill ‘Jacqueline stands out for her meticulous attention to detail and thorough preparation; she is always exceptionally well prepared, is keenly analytical and gets to the nub of the problem. She has a remarkable ability to pull a rabbit of the hat to turn the tide in a case.’

Geoffrey Kingscote KC – 1 Hare Court 'Geoffrey is an excellent barrister. He has a great command of the facts and the law, and he brings skill, knowledge and compassion to his cases.'

Peter Mitchell KC – 1 Hare Court ‘Peter is a supreme advocate and he thoroughly deserves premier rating as one of the most able silks doing high-net-worth financial remedy work. Judges, barristers and solicitors alike think he is amazing and say he is highly persuasive and authoritative, and he has charm and ability in bucketloads.’

Judith Murray KC – 4PB 'Judith is a top barrister at both financial and children cases. She is able to quickly drill down on the detail of a financial case and focus on the issues, even in the most complex of cases, her judgement is bang on, and she quickly gains the confidence of the client and is incredibly responsive to her instructing solicitors, offering quick and careful advice.'

Sarah Phipps KC – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) 'Sarah is a class act and her ability to quickly distil complex financial arrangements into a coherent strategy is particularly impressive. She combines intellectual rigour with practical judgment and offers clear, commercially focused advice that is both strategic and realistic.'

Alexander Thorpe KC – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) ‘Alexander always has a completely thorough command of the papers and all the details therein and a readiness to go beyond the narrow confines of the instructions by looking at the overall and broader position for the client by anticipating what may be contended against the client’s position and preemptively and effectively addressing and disposing of that. Alexander demonstrates patience and engagement with even the more terse of clients and achieves their engagement with both the substance and detail of the relevant issues.’

Simon Webster KC – 1 Hare Court 'Simon's client skills are exemplary; he is kind and compassionate, but firm when needed. His advocacy is silky smooth and there is no finer advocate.'

John Wilson KC – 1 Hare Court

2024 Silks

Daniel Bentham KC –Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Andrzej Bojarski KC – The 36 Group ‘Andrzej is a brilliant advocate, with an unrivalled ability to cut through dense intractability and locate the argument most likely to find favour with the court. He has a keen strategic eye in build-up to a hearing and you can be confident going into a trial that he is thinking several moves ahead of any argument the other side might try last minute to run.’

Edward Boydell KC – Pump Court Chambers 'A very good advocate with good judgement.'

Richard Sear KC – 1 Hare Court 'Richard is a first class barrister. His is intellectually very strong with excellent analytical and communication skills. He is much admired by a large band of loyal solicitors. He has gravitas and composure which place him at a great advantage in the market place. He is also a man of complete integrity, despite his keen competitive instincts.'

2025 Silks

Sassa-Ann Amaouche KC – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘Sassa is an exceptional barrister with a remarkable blend of legal expertise, tactical acumen, and personal dedication. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to understand the nuanced complexities of a case and craft a strategy that is both comprehensive and focused on achieving the best possible outcome.’

Leading Juniors

Rebecca Bailey-Harris – 1 Hare Court

Richard Castle – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 1GC | Family Law '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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) '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 – 4PB '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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Charlotte Hartley – 1 King’s Bench Walk

Katherine Kelsey – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 –29 Bedford Row Chambers

Jennifer Palmer – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 – 1GC | Family Law '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 – Coram Chambers '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 – 4PB '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 1GC | Family Law '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.'

Christopher Carr – The 36 Group 'As an advocate, Christopher is measured and precise, and never labours a point. He can distill difficult and complicated issues down into succinct and eloquent submissions which leaves a judge no option but to agree, and in addition to his advocacy, Chris is particularly adept at strategising, working with clients from the outset to manage expectations and to curate the best possible presentation of a case.'

Kyra Cornwall – 1 Hare Court ‘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.’

Nicholas Fairbank – 4PB

Claire Heppenstall – 1GC | Family Law '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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) '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 – Coram Chambers '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 – The 36 Group '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 – Fourteen '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 –29 Bedford Row Chambers

Joshua William Viney – 1 Hare Court ‘Joshua is one of the best juniors at the family Bar and prodigiously hard working. He takes his work and achieving a good outcome for his clients extremely seriously, he is sensible and pragmatic in the points he takes and in negotiations, and he gives realistic and sensible advice to clients and can absolutely be relied upon when the going gets tough.’

Nicholas Wilkinson – 1 Hare Court ‘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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – Coram Chambers '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – Fourteen '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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) '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 –29 Bedford Row Chambers

Gillon Cameron – Fourteen ‘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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ' 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 – 4PB ‘ 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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 1GC | Family Law ‘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.’

Samuel Davis – 42 Bedford Row

Francesca Dowse – 4PB '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 – The 36 Group '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 –29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – 4PB '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 – The 36 Group ‘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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – Harcourt Chambers

Fitzrene Headley – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) '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 – Coram Chambers '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 – 1GC | Family Law ‘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 – 1GC | Family Law '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 –Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Jennifer Lee – Pump Court Chambers '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.'

Max Lewis – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 4PB ‘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 – Coram Chambers ‘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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) ‘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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk

James Pullen – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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.'

Maria Scotland – 5 St Andrews Hill

Amber Sheridan -1 Hare Court ‘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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) 'Samantha is simply sensational. She is the full package; always flawless preparation, excellent documents and skilled advocacy, and clients love her.'

Morgan Sirikanda –Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Christopher Stirling – Field Court Chambers ‘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.’

Simon Sugar – 1GC | Family Law '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – Harcourt Chambers ‘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.’

Alex Tatton-Bennett – 1 King’s Bench Walk

Rhys Taylor – The 36 Group '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 – 4PB '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 –Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Craig Vickers – 1GC | Family Law '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – Pump Court Chambers '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 – Harcourt Chambers '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – 1GC | Family Law '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 –Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Nicholas Bennett – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘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.’

Millie Benson – 1 King’s Bench Walk

Helen Brander – Pump Court Chambers

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 – Harcourt Chambers '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 – Pump Court Chambers '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 – The 36 Group '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.'

Katy Chokowry –1 King’s Bench Walk

Rachel Cooper - Coram Chambers 'Calm, great with the client and solicitor alike, knows the law and good on her feet.'

Lucia Crimp – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers

Hamish Dunlop – 3PB

Katherine Dunseath – 1GC | Family Law '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers

Grace Garrett-Sadler – Fourteen '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers 'Anthony is really hard working, he gets to grips with the papers and knows everything inside out. 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 – 4PB 'Rosanne has an eye for detail, and she gives clients confidence that they are being represented by the best of the best.'

George Gordon – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 1 Hare Court ‘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 – 1GC | Family Law ‘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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – The 36 Group '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – Fourteen '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 – The 36 Group 'Chloe is incredibly knowledgeable and comes across well to the client. Her written work is very good along with her advocacy skills.'

Roxanne King – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) '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.'

Kate Kochnari – 42 Bedford Row

Lauren Lanson – The 36 Group ‘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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 – The 36 Group '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 –4PB

Tara Lyons – Pump Court Chambers '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.'

Christopher McCourt – 1 King’s Bench Walk

Kelan McHugh – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 – 4PB '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.'

Paul Mertens – Pump Court Chambers

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

Joseph Moore – 1GC | Family Law '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 – 4PB 'Harry is a delight to work with. His knowledge of the papers is seriously impressive and his drafting is impeccable.'

Kate Ozwell – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk ‘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 –Harcourt Chambers '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 – Harcourt Chambers ‘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.’

Julian Reed – Pump Court Chambers

Matthew Richardson – Coram Chambers '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 – 4PB ‘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 – The 36 Group '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.'

Jack Rundall – 1GC | Family Law 'Jack is a brilliant advocate, very logical and direct with clients. He is able to humanise the court system to the lay clients and is brilliant at being a team player with the solicitor, and he is very smart and tactical and able to advocate for the client well.'

Marc Samuels – The 36 Group '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 – Coram Chambers '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers ‘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 – Fourteen ‘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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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.'

Mandy Tanner – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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.'

Charlotte Trace – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 – Coram Chambers 'Sarah is a robust advocate who grapples well with complex issues whilst also having an empathic approach to clients.'

Matthew Warmoth – Fourteen '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 – 1GC | Family Law '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – The 36 Group '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 – 4PB '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 – 1GC | Family Law ‘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

Alex Aspinwall – Fourteen '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 1 King’s Bench Walk '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers '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 .'

Hannah Justiva - The 36 Group ‘Hannah has an unrivalled attention to detail, prepares better than any other barrister, and regardless of the value of the case, her preparations are such that she will know the case as well as the instructing solicitor does. She is brilliant on complex financial issues, specifically pensions, she is client focused and genuinely cares, an she is a go-to barrister for all financial matters.’

Nicholas Marsh – The 36 Group '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – Fourteen '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 – 1 Hare Court '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 – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) '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 – 29 Bedford Row Chambers 'Philip is frequently instructed on cases above his level of call because he is an intelligent barrister who instills confidence in those instructing him. He is always impeccably prepared and is skillful advocate, persuading judges of the most difficult of arguments.'

Edward Wells – 1 King’s Bench Walk 'Edward is much more accomplished than his years of call would suggest; he is an excellent advocate, with sensitivity to the tribunal, and he was impressive in cross-examination of a dishonest witness. He has an empathetic manner with clients, he is clever and inventive, and from a solicitor's perspective, he is great to work with as he is responsive and good humoured whatever the pressures.'

Family: divorce and financial remedy in London Bar

Tier 1 sets

1 Hare Court

1 Hare Court has ‘a justly deserved reputation for pre-eminence with a jaw dropping array of brilliance, from junior juniors right up to the silks‘, and chambers is especially adept at handling ultra-high-net-worth matters. Complex and high-value marital and Schedule 1 cases are areas of expertise for the ‘brilliant‘ Deborah Bangay KC. With ‘excellent legal knowledge at her fingertips‘, Rebecca Carew Pole KC regularly appears before the High Court, the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court in cases surrounding nuptial agreements, jurisdictional issues, and high-value financial remedy claims. A ‘leading family finance silk at the bar‘, Timothy Bishop KC has specialised in matrimonial finance proceedings for over three decades. Among the juniors, ‘formidable opponent‘ Nicholas Wilkinson is frequently in the High Court and often appears unled against silks in significant financial remedy proceedings. Phillip Blatchly is also a key junior to note; his ‘advocacy skills are exemplary‘. Richard Todd KC and Lily Mottahedan represented the former wife of Dale Vince in a financial remedy application against the energy entrepreneur - the case involved issues of alleged dissipation of assets in the form of donations to the Labour Party.

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‘Great clerking with Steve McCrone, Michael Lay and Daniel Barnett warranting particular comment. Always polite and affable, keen to find a mutual agreeable path through any tricky situation that may arise and understanding their different barristers to a T.’

‘The clerks are superb. Josh Patel is a recent lateral hire and has been an excellent addition to the team. Steve McCrone keeps everything running like a well oiled ship, and is on hand to deal with any issues that may arise. Daniel Barnett is very good and is responsive to queries.’

‘1HC’s clerks operate as a single, efficient unit to get the job done. Daniel Barnett is always excellent. Charlie Parish and Josh Patel are future senior clerk material. ‘

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1 King's Bench Walk

1 King’s Bench Walk boasts ‘phenomenal depth and strength across the board for both money and children and is unique in that regard‘. ‘A leading light of the financial remedy Bar,’ Philip Marshall KC is a key silk at the set who is sought after for his notable expertise in finance matters with an international element, and he is also active in the drafting of nuptial agreements. Lauded as ‘the best cross-examiner at the family bar‘, Charles Howard KC represents ultra-high-net-worth and high-profile clients from the business, sport, and media industries. Joint head of chambers Christopher Pocock KC ‘is one of the leading silks in matrimonial finance‘ and is highly experienced in proceedings surrounding corporate and business assets, trusts, and asset-holding structures. Among the set’s juniors, the ‘supremely calm’ Jennifer Palmer is highly experienced in handling maters surrounding high-value assets, and Peter Newman ‘is the best junior for complicated financial matters‘. Complex corporate and tax elements are a key feature of Richard Castle‘s practice; he is lauded as ‘the best junior barrister doing financial remedy proceedings‘. ‘Star of the family law world‘ Katherine Kelsey MCIArb is a key player in both the children and finance arenas. Mark Betts was appointed senior clerk in March 2025.

Les références

‘Chris Young is very responsive and always goes the extra mile.’

‘Mark Betts is about as good as it gets. A superb appointment as senior clerk and he knows the family division better than anyone. All the clerks know their stuff inside out.’

‘The clerks are very good and the elevation of Mark Betts to head clerk is very well deserved.’

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29 Bedford Row Chambers

29 Bedford Row Chambers is ‘one of the leading chambers in matrimonial finance‘, with its members being regularly sought after for cases involving civil partnerships, cohabitation matters, and Schedule 1 proceedings.’Excellent in court’ and ‘all over the detail’, Jonathan Southgate KC is active in complex and ultra-high-net-worth matrimonial finance cases. Alexis Campbell KC ‘demonstrates exceptional analytical skills‘ in international disputes concerning offshore trusts and third party assets. Christopher Wagstaffe KC is a go-to silk for issues surrounding trusts and companies; he is ‘able to explain simply but powerfully the most complicated factual matrix and the intricacies and nuances of the law‘. Sally Max practices exclusively in finance matters, and she is notably strong in cases surrounding complicated asset structures, trusts overseas, and pension-related issues, while Helen Williams is a ‘go-to for cases with complex business structures‘. Sassa-Ann Amaouche KC was elevated to silk in the 2025 round and she is highly experienced in the area of non-disclosure.

Les références

‘Julie Holcombe and Ben Cross are excellent, driving the clerks’ room forwards.’

‘Very supportive clerks. James Shortall is one of the two best known and influential clerks at the London family bar. Julie Holcombe is very helpful to solicitors.’

‘James Shortall is brilliant.’

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Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB)

Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) is home to ‘some of the best financial remedy practitioners in the country‘ who undertake cases surrounding the breakdown of relationships with international elements. Its practitioners are also active in matters concerning inheritance, TOLATA, and nuptial agreements. Former head of chambers Tim Amos KC is lauded as a ‘leading authority on international family law issues and brings unmatched expertise to cases involving jurisdictional complexity‘. Fluent in English and French, Stewart Leech KC is ‘without a doubt one of, if not the, best matrimonial finances barrister around‘ with substantial expertise in cases surrounding ultra-high-net-worth individuals, companies, and trusts. Among the juniors at the set, Elizabeth Clarke ‘continues to be at the top of her game‘, and Amy Kisser frequently represents unmarried cohabits, unmarried parents, and divorcing married couples. Lucy Stone KC retired in June 2024, as did former senior clerk Howard Rayner; in his place, Jon Bartlett has been promoted to senior clerk.

Les références

‘Its a delight that Jon Bartlett has finally taken over as senior clerk and got the credit he deserves. He is a simply brilliant clerk and runs a brilliant team. There is nothing he cannot and will not do for you and his levels of professionalism are unmatched. An absolute gem!’

‘Clerks are always extremely helpful and go the extra mile. Jon Bartlett has always been the first point of contact and is now doing a great job running the clerks’s room.’

‘Jon Bartlett will excel as the new senior clerk and is ably assisted by Harry Tennent and Callum Davison. ‘

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Tier 2 sets

4PB

4PB, ‘an immaculate set with strength in both numbers and depth of talent that is largely unrivalled in the family law community‘, is home to joint head of chambers Charles Hale KC; he is well-equipped to handle both domestic and international matrimonial finance proceedings for high-net-worth families. Hale KC is also commended for being able to ‘genuinely perform strongly in both children and financial remedies work’. Judith Murray KC ‘grapples with complex financial remedy work and slices through it‘, and her practice is all-encompassing, including the divorce of married couples, the separation of cohabitees, and financial support needed for children. Among the juniors of the set, Henry Clayton stands out for his work in high-value matrimonial cases and his ‘attention to detail is absolutely unrivalled‘. Samantha Woodham is another key name as joint founder of The Divorce Surgery, an institution that allows couples to obtain legal advice on divorce proceedings; ‘her written work is of the highest quality and her judgement is impeccable‘.

Les références

‘The clerks at 4PB are also consistently professional, approachable, and efficient, which greatly facilitates the smooth running of cases. Kenny Martin is always so professional, personable, efficient, and he always goes above and beyond to help ensure that advocates and solicitors are kept informed in a timely manner.’

‘Michael Reeves leads the best clerking team in London.’

‘The clerks at 4PB are excellent and always on hand to provide what is necessary in terms of support when instructing counsel. Glenn Bennett in particular has gone above and beyond. He is really easy to work with is always available to talk through any issues.’

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The 36 Group

The 36 Group is praised as ‘a great set with fabulous advocates ranging from junior right up to KC‘. One such member is Andrzej Bojarski KC, who is ‘invaluable in cases involving high-value assets, disputed valuations, issues of non-disclosure, and applications for interim financial relief’. Turning to the set’s notable strength in the junior ranks, Niki Langridge, ‘a tremendous advocate with encyclopaedic knowledge of the law‘, is especially noteworthy in cases concerning business assets, trusts and inheritance-related matters, and third party interests. With ‘a very elegant and understated style of advocacy‘, Christopher Carr boasts expertise in cases surrounding significant assets. ‘Meticulous in his preparation‘, Gwynfor Evans is strong in matrimonial finance and Schedule 1 cases, while Rhys Taylor is lauded as one of the ‘most impressive juniors in family finance and cohabitation cases’. Hannah Justiva joined the team in September 2025.

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‘Danny Chapman is great. He knows how to match counsel to the right case.’

‘Danny Chapman is the best there is in the clerking field.’

‘Danny Chapman is a great senior clerk who takes the time to get to know his instructing solicitors. He invites feedback and actively deals with any issues which arise. The service is excellent in that the clerks take care to try and match the right barrister to the case. They are always willing to discuss fees and want to find a solution which works for everyone.’

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Tier 3 sets

1GC | Family Law

With ‘a fantastic set of family law barristers‘, 1GC | Family Law boasts expertise in representing ultra-high-net-worth individuals, as well as less resource-heavy cases. Penelope Clapham, whose ‘advocacy is laser sharp‘, has significant experience in matrimonial finance matters surrounding businesses, trusts, and farms. ‘A master of complex financial matters‘, Philip Perrins is well-equipped to handle cases with international elements, such as disputed divorce jurisdiction and marital status cases. Claire Heppenstall is lauded as ‘an invaluable asset in family law proceedings‘, especially those concerning the financial provision for children in Schedule 1 cases. David Burles, ‘an exceptionally persuasive and strategic advocate‘, has a strong grounding in TOLATA and inheritance-related matters.

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‘Excellent. Paul Harris and his team provide exceptional service to their members, solicitors and lay clients. Paul in particular is a joy to work with and works extremely hard to accommodate the needs of solicitors and clients.’

‘It is the best clerking operation in the business. Paul Harris is a dynamo of energy, David McDonald is Mr. Reliable, and the rest of the clerks team regularly solve the insolvable. A solicitor’s dream.’

‘Tommy Eyles is excellent. He will do whatever he can to help and is a great communicator. You feel you are in safe hands when you know your case is being looked after by Tommy and that he will get things done.’

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Coram Chambers

With ‘a well-deserved reputation for excellence‘, Coram Chambers is home to Michael Horton KC, who is highly experienced in TOLATA cases, as well as proceedings featuring international elements; he ‘is especially skilled when it comes to addressing difficult or novel issues of law‘. Of recent note, Horton KC represented a wife in financial remedy proceedings before the Court of Appeal of the Cayman Islands regarding reconsideration of a 2006 decision around a maintenance order. Among the set’s juniors, Greg Williams is of note for his ‘fastidious with his attention to detail‘ and particular expertise in intervener cases surrounding TOLATA, inheritance-based, or Schedule 1 cases. Alexander Laing appeared in The Lord Chancellor v 79 Divorced Couples - an application by the government to the family court to confirm that 79 divorces were valid after administrative errors on the part of HMCTS led to divorce applications being granted a day early.

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‘The clerks and particularly Harry Butcher are fantastic. They respond quickly and will bend over backwards to accommodate requests. They understand the pressure solicitors can be under and make matters as easy and as smooth as possible.’

‘Sean Gentleman is an excellent clerk and one of the best at the family bar.’

‘Senior clerk Sean Gentleman is excellent, but all of the clerks are very personable and accommodating.’

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Fourteen

Fourteen is lauded for its ‘wealth of expertise in relation to financial remedy work‘, and with ‘an encyclopaedic knowledge of financial remedy law‘, Michael Glaser KC its often sought after for representation in cases involving complex elements, such as trusts, bankruptcies, and partnerships. Praised as ‘brilliant with clients’, Ewan Murray often represents high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals in matters surrounding nuptial agreements and appeals. Gillon Cameron ‘brings an air of calming reassurance to his cases‘, which often concern valuations, forensic accounting, and dissipation of assets. Ben Boucher-Giles boasts ‘an impressive depth and breath of expertise at his fingertips‘, and is particularly notable in international cases.

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‘Joe Lamb is an absolute delight to deal with. Everything a clerk should be.’

‘The clerks offer an excellent service. They are very professional, helpful and highly responsive. Joe Lamb and Dan Lee can’t do enough for you.’

‘Dan Lee in particular stand outs, and Lewis Witt and Alfie Mackay are also very helpful and accommodating.’

Pump Court Chambers

Pump Court Chambers boasts ‘an excellent line-up of financial remedy barristers at every level of experience‘, and the set also benefits from wider expertise,encompassing inheritance, trusts, Court of Protection, and property law. Edward Boydell KC is a notable silk at the set as head of the family finance team, and he frequently appears in high-value matrimonial finance proceedings. ‘A fearless advocate and a great tactician‘, Jenna Lucas is a key junior at the set, which with annexes in the region is particularly well-connected in the South West.

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‘All of the clerks are fantastic and accommodating. James Collier in particular is absolutely brilliant and so helpful. He is the first port of call at chambers.’

‘James Collier is such a pleasure to work with; he makes you feel that nothing is too much trouble.’

‘Fantastic. James Collier is efficient and responds quickly.’

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