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3PB Barristers

Family: Children

UK Bar Guide 2026 : Midlands (Bar)


3PB Barristers

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Family: Children - Midlands (Bar)

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Birmingham-based 3PB Barristers is a well-regarded set with a formidable reputation in matrimonial finance and children cases, encompassing both public and private mandates. Its members act for private individuals and local authorities in children matters concerning non-accidental injuries, sexual abuse, religious indoctrination, parental alienation and placement orders. Practitioners offer expertise in a range of matrimonial finance mandates, including financial remedies featuring complex portfolios and cross-border assets. One source says of the set that "it is distinguished by its combination of in-depth knowledge and approachability."

Strengths

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  • The clerks are extremely personable and user-friendly. Nothing is too much trouble, and they are always willing to assist.

    Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • The clerking team is excellent too. It's the most responsive and personable in the region.

    Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Isabelle Lee, practice manager, stands out for her exceptional support and efficiency. She is always a pleasure to work with and ensures everything runs smoothly.

    Family: Children respondentUK Bar

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Dorian Day
    Band 1Dorian Day

    Dorian Day

    Dorian Day is an experienced advocate with a strong childcare practice. He frequently acts in matters concerning serious physical abuse, as well as non-accidental injury cases.

    • There is nothing Dorian doesn't know and his cross-examination is fantastic. He grasps complex cases with ease.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Dorian provides a first-class service.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Dorian Day is a very capable advocate.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 1Elizabeth McGrath
    Band 1Elizabeth McGrath

    Elizabeth McGrath

    Elizabeth McGrath KC is an expert family law practitioner with a broad range of experience in children work. She regularly handles cases of neglect as well as serious injury and sexual abuse.

    • Elizabeth McGrath's client care is professional with a human touch. Her advocacy and written arguments are highly skilled, and her ability to grasp a case and identify all issues at hand is excellent.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 1Stephen Abberley
    Band 1Stephen Abberley

    Stephen Abberley

    Stephen Abberley is respected for his undertaking of public and private children law work in particular. He represents parents, children and authorities, advising them on care, placement and adoption proceedings as well as factitious illness, sexual abuse, inflicted injuries and non-accidental injuries.

    • Stephen is a fantastic barrister. He puts clients at ease and has excellent advocacy skills.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Stephen's advocacy always impresses, and his written work is of such a high calibre.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Stephen is often instructed in complex matters involving considerable and extensive medical evidence. He instils an immediate sense of trust and confidence in clients.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 1Vanessa Meachin KC
    Band 1Vanessa Meachin KC

    Vanessa Meachin KC

    Vanessa Meachin KC is a prominent family law specialist whose practice spans care, adoption and private children work. Her cases often concern serious allegations, including non-accidental injuries and fabricated illnesses.

    • Vanessa has a reputation as a fierce and determined advocate. Her perseverance, professionalism and dedication are noteworthy.   

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Vanessa Meachin combines fierce advocacy on behalf of her clients with a compassionate approach.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 2Aimee Fox
    Band 2Aimee Fox

    Aimee Fox

    Aimee Fox draws on expertise in both family and education law to advise in a range of financial remedy cases, including high-value matters and matters involving children such as relocation and domestic violence. She is highly praised for her detailed preparation and quality advocacy.

    • Aimee is a really good all-rounder who can see the bigger picture. She is always extremely well prepared and has the ability to put the client at ease.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Aimee is a fantastic and dedicated advocate who will engage fully with the case and get the best possible outcome for the client.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 2Michael George
    Band 2Michael George

    Michael George

    Michael George is an accomplished junior with experience in a range of matrimonial finance cases, including those that involve high-value assets such as farms and pensions. He is well equipped to deal with matters where offshore assets are involved.

    • He is a very strong advocate, knowledgeable and an excellent pair of hands.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • He is hugely popular with both solicitors and their clients, matching technical expertise with an outstanding level of advocacy. Michael inspires confidence and repeatedly achieves strong results.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Michael George has the most incredible level of intellect. His recall of every case and section of each piece of legislation is phenomenal.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Michael George's manner is confident and his communication is very good.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 3Andrew Duncan
    Band 3Andrew Duncan

    Andrew Duncan

    Andrew Duncan focuses his practice on children law work and has in-depth knowledge of a broad range of matters. His expertise covers allegations of abuse, fabricated illnesses and non-accidental injuries.

    • An excellent junior who is going places specialising in complex care and public law work.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Mr Duncan was really supportive and an excellent advocate who drafted excellent documentation at all times.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Andrew has a meticulous approach to case preparation, and this is evidenced throughout a case. His case preparation is second to none.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 3Frida Dalhqvist
    Band 3Frida Dalhqvist

    Frida Dalhqvist

    Frida Dalhqvist handles public and private law cases involving children. She has extensive experience of representing vulnerable clients in cases of serious physical, sexual and emotional abuse. She is also noted for her work in adoption matters.

  • Band 3Nathalie Bull
    Band 3Nathalie Bull

    Nathalie Bull

    Nathalie Bull is an experienced practitioner who is regularly instructed in private law children cases. She is adept at handling cases concerning sexual and physical abuse claims, as well as parental alienation matters.

    • Nathalie is a diligent and thoughtful advocate who is very good on the details.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Nathalie is well prepared and an effective advocate.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 3Nicola Martin
    Band 3Nicola Martin

    Nicola Martin

    Nicola Martin is an experienced junior barrister with expertise in both private and public family law proceedings. Her cases range from complex children matters concerning serious injuries to financial remedy disputes.

    • Nicola is extremely helpful and approachable. Her knowledge and expertise was invaluable and her advice was practical and realistic.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
    • Nicola is thorough in her advocacy and kind and supportive with clients.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar
  • Band 3Paul Froud
    Band 3Paul Froud

    Paul Froud

    Paul Froud is an expert in public children law. He handles a range of cases, from those dealing with sexual abuse to neglect and non-accidental injury matters.

    • He is really knowledgeable and so good with clients.

      Family: Children respondentUK Bar

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