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Deirdre has almost magical skill. She is able to reduce complex detail into clarity, and is one of London's most outstanding advocates.

She provides clients with high level strategic advice from the outset of a case and fights for them hard in court. She is a silk of choice for children work.

Deidre is the absolute star of the children bar; she is phenomenal and always has the ear of the court.

She strives to deliver a client-focused outcome and stops at nothing to ensure this happens. Jo is empathetic, tenacious and someone with an incredibly analytical mind.

She is highly intelligent, always meticulously prepared and someone who works well with solicitors.

Watching Jo on her feet cross-examining witnesses is akin to watching gold being spun. She is a master of dynamics in the courtroom.

Alison is the most tenacious, fiercely intelligent but deeply compassionate advocate I have ever worked with. She is the go-to advocate for the most serious and complex cases.

Alison Grief is a formidable advocate. Her ability to dissect complex medical evidence with precision and clarity makes her an invaluable asset to any team.

Alison is at the very top of her field and a first-rate silk. She is a pragmatic, incisive, powerful and persuasive advocate.

An absolute leader in all things fertility, with knowledge, delivery and client care that is second to none.

From start to finish, his expertise, professionalism and dedication were evident in every aspect of his work. Andrew is a true expert in the field of child abduction and relocation law.

Despite his impressive skills and well-earned reputation as a leader in this field he is extremely humble and modest.

His knowledge is second to none and with clients he is very sensitive. Andrew really gets it and is not too legalistic - he recognises the human story here.

Andrew is a fantastic barrister. He is a mastermind at dealing with modern family cases and his level of knowledge in this area is unparalleled.

Her approach has always been extremely empathetic and patient. She offers parents a Rolls-Royce service in an otherwise failing court system.

Catherine is incredibly talented, thoughtful and convincing to both judges and clients alike. She is excellent at predicting outcomes and at steering a case back on course.

She is always able to take the long view and doesn't allow a desire for a short term win to get in the way of the longer-term best interests of the client.

Working with Catherine is always a pleasure; she is brilliant with clients and gets to grips with even the most complex cases at speed.

Catherine's reputation is well-earned, particularly when it comes to handling intricate relocation cases, and my experience with her confirmed why she is considered one of the best.

Chris' intellect is intimidating and he identifies legal and evidential issues that are missed by most. He is at home in the Court of Appeal and it is spellbinding to watch him in action.

His manner with clients is empathetic and pragmatic, and he has an encyclopaedic knowledge of children law matters.

Chris is a tenacious advocate with an in-depth knowledge of the law. He is able to take command of complex cases and navigate them calmly.

Chris' expertise and client care are truly second to none. He has a deep knowledge of complex and challenging areas of law making him an invaluable asset to both clients and solicitors alike.

Forensic and meticulous in his preparation and advocacy, whilst also able to build a strong rapport with clients, including the most vulnerable.

He is the leading expert on cross-border children matters and for good reason. A true consummate professional.

Henry works extremely hard for his clients. His experience in international matters is without comparison at the Bar.

Micheal is a brilliant international children silk and a pleasure to work with. He is calm and extremely knowledgeable.

His meticulous approach, strategic insight and in-depth knowledge make him a leading figure in his field.

Michael is a go-to for complex technical jurisdiction issues in international children work.

A very good advocate with impressive knowledge.

Rebecca is outstanding. Her judgement is impeccable, and she is both strategic and pragmatic in her approach. She gives measured and realistic advice, which clients welcome.

Rebecca is technically brilliant.

Rebecca Foulkes is always well prepared and produces first class written work.

Sam is an outstanding talent who brings such composure to any case. Her approachable style ensures that the working relationship is easy, productive and case focussed.

Sam is not only excellent on her feet but also in her written work and in dealing with clients. She is wonderful at handling very complex public law proceedings.

Samantha is unflappable, diligent, always immaculately prepared and someone who always thinks outside the box.

Sam will find a way through the most complex, twisted and bitter cases. She keeps a level head.

Teertha has a bright mind and is a great strategist. She also provides perfect client care.

Her strategic advice in conference is priceless and her courtroom impact can only be described as majestic.

Barbara sets the bar both as an advocate and adviser.

Barbara has exceptional skill and wisdom.

Charles combines technical excellence with excellent client skills. He adds real gravitas to a case and is someone without airs and graces.

Charles is a standout in the field of family law, particularly when it comes to relocation disputes.

A smooth advocate who charms the court. He makes clients feel at ease from the first meeting and puts an early strategy in place to achieve the client's ultimate goal.

Charles Hale is consistently brilliant and very user-friendly.

Clients love him because he is hardworking, devoted to achieving the outcome they want and also someone with a great sense of fun.

Chris is a preferred silk for international matters due to his breadth of knowledge, clear and precise advocacy skills and determination to achieve the best outcome for the client.

He is always well prepared and has a great manner that judges like. Christopher is superb on international children’s law.

A real gentleman who takes a wonderfully collaborative approach. You always feel part of the same cohesive team when you instruct him.

Cyrus is a pleasure to work with.

Cyrus is an exceptional barrister, who stands out for being highly capable and someone who is unfazed by the complexities in a case.

Harry's judgement is 'spot on' and he is just brilliant in court. Personable and helpful to all involved in the case, he is a man with a naturally disarming approach that makes settlement a reality.

His cross-examination skills are very strong and he presents cases with remarkable clarity and force.

Harry is very sensitive to the emotional state of clients and is always really ready to negotiate.

Harry has demonstrated meticulous attention to detail, providing forensic analysis and strategic advice that has been invaluable in navigating the intricacies of the case.

John Tughan is an exceptional advocate in court and on paper whose focussed cross-examination style is extremely effective.

He provided clear advice, navigating the various complex hurdles in the case and was simply excellent.

Joy is a passionate and persuasive advocate. She is a force in court.

A go-to for complex cases where a change of narrative is imperative in order to bring a client's case back on track.

Joy Brereton is a go-to for any complicated children case. She has been so good at mapping out the route we should take.

Justin is excellent in cross-examination and great with vulnerable clients. He has a way with the court that is very persuasive.

A pleasure to work with, he is always professional and highly competent.

A persuasive and eloquent advocate, who inspires confidence and is utterly charming.

Justine is perfect for advising clients as she has a straight-talking manner. She looks ahead to try and prevent issues that may arise in the future and her advocacy skills are excellent.

Justine is an effective advocate whose questioning of witnesses is second to none.

A brilliant barrister who strikes fear in the heart of her opponents. She takes a no-nonsense approach and is a robust advocate.

Piers is the thinking solicitor's silk. He is meticulous in his preparation and composes symphonic position statements which are matched only by the elegance of his advocacy.

Piers is strategic and just brilliant. His written work is top notch and he is a joy to work with. Clients love him.

His commitment to his clients and knowledge of the law is second to none.

Sally's advocacy and knowledge are impeccable and her advice is always sensible.

Sally is a calm and patient advocate who is very experienced.

Emotionally intelligent, flexible in her thinking and someone who thinks outside the box.

Brian Jubb is a formidable lawyer and advocate who commands immense respect and authority in children cases.

Brian is approachable and goes above and beyond for the client. He’s a very committed, high-quality advocate who is an absolute dream to work with.

Brian is a wonder. He approaches the most complex and difficult cases with aplomb, and displays excellent client care and respect for all involved.

A very safe pair of hands with skills well beyond her years.

She was extremely perceptive and could see through the fog to home in on the issues in the case.

Charlotte delivers robust advice to clients in a clear and authoritative manner. She is undoubtedly a rising star in private children law matters.

She has an impressive ability to navigate the intricacies of cases with clarity and precision, ensuring that all aspects of the brief are thoroughly addressed.

Charlotte Baker is a succinct, persuasive and targeted cross-examiner.

Chris is an excellent advocate, who is considered and meticulous in his preparation and approach. He is well received by judges when handling complex cases and is the calm in the middle of the storm.

Cleo is simply brilliant to work with and meticulous in her preparation. She is firm but fair with clients and fierce in court.

She ticks every box in respect of her knowledge, preparation, communication and strategic thinking.

Dorothea is calm, clear-headed and a razor-sharp advocate. She was kind and compassionate with the client and it was very reassuring to work with her.

She doesn't have to say a lot but what she says packs a punch. At court she's not fazed by the twists and turns of a case.

Dorothea genuinely cares about the clients and achieving the best outcome in their case. Her tactical advice is exceptional.

Dorothea is a forceful advocate who provides realistic, digestible advice.

Harry is utterly excellent. He is the first name you should phone if you have a complex financial remedy case. He will unpick it, analyse it and solve it; even in the trickiest of circumstances.

I can say without hesitation that his expertise, dedication and professionalism were exceptional throughout the entire process.

Harry has a lovely way with clients and is always immensely well prepared.

Harry is simply superb. His attention to detail, discipline and ability to quickly grasp very complex issues are second to none. He is brilliant on complex, international financial remedy cases.

His advocacy is highly persuasive and robust.

Henry Clayton has amazing attention to detail and is really good in conference.

He is simply superb. His attention to detail, preparation and advocacy are without flaw and he is always on hand to answer any queries. He truly is a member of the client's team upon instruction.

Judith Murray provided an excellent level of service. My client completely trusted and respected her and felt supported and understood.

Judith is exceptionally supportive to solicitors - she is loyal and has great integrity.

She is just a really safe pair of hands when you need someone who is an experienced litigator who is going to be unfazed by difficult cases or sets of facts.

Judith is incredibly well-prepared and her attention to detail is meticulous. She is extremely organised.

An exceptional barrister who is wise beyond her years and has now seen everything. She can tackle any complex legal issue.

Julia’s exceptional ability to navigate intricate child custody disputes, adoption cases and child protection matters sets her apart as one of the foremost authorities in the field.

Julia is absolutely superb - a joy to work with and just loved by clients. She is meticulous in her preparation and brilliant on her feet.

Julia s simply excellent and tireless in her efforts to do the best for the client. She adopts a lovely, calm approach and her instincts are always spot on.

Kate is thorough, experienced, on top of her case and great with clients.

Kate had an impressive grasp of the complex evidence and her cross-examination was thorough and tough. Her client care was outstanding.

Mai-Ling Savage is an excellent junior, with a no-nonsense approach and in-depth knowledge of adoption, surrogacy and public law.

I always get the impression that she genuinely cares for the clients and is concerned about the impact proceedings may have on them and their families.

He is brilliant with clients and great on his feet. He is also very supportive and always happy to help with queries and follow up questions.

Very good game when it comes to matters of international law, child abduction and international comity. Mani's wealth of experience and expertise are particularly impressive.

I can say with absolute confidence that he is one of the finest barristers in the field of child abduction law.

His client care is really good, especially with the vulnerable. He really does take the time to understand them.

He performed above his year of call.

A highly experienced KC with a wealth of knowledge, who is always calm and reassuring with the clients.

Mark's easy style of advocacy attracts the ear of the judges. His in-depth knowledge of the most complex aspects of international law shines through.

Mark Jarman is absolutely fantastic. He is brilliant to work with, he gives brilliant advice and he is able to communicate with professionals and the client well at all times.

Mark Jarman is tactical and to the point. He tells a client what they need to hear and cuts to the central issues of the case.

A fantastic barrister with knowledge and experience far beyond his year of call.

Michael is a brilliant junior and always a first choice. His written work is great and he is an incredibly effective advocate who is loved by clients.

Rhiannon's compassionate and approachable manner, combined with her tactical acumen and tough negotiation skills, make her a formidable advocate who consistently delivers outstanding results.

Rhiannon is a confident barrister with expertise in various areas of family law which makes her an excellent all-rounder.

Rhiannon is at the top of her game and whether it's related to children or finance, she is the counsel you should have.

Rhiannon is always pragmatic and very well prepared. Working with her is a dream for a busy solicitor.

She is very robust and able to handle very complex situations. Her legal analysis is exceptionally sharp.

Ruth Kirby is a true fighter for her clients, who is tenacious, clear thinking and persuasive. She is a dream to instruct and a good one to have in your corner.

Ruth is an outstanding advocate. She is supportive of us as instructing solicitors as well as a great boon to the clients. She is firm but well balanced and her experience is clear for all to see.

Ruth is technically brilliant, all over the detail and an exceptional advocate. She is very hard-working and gives sensible advice to her clients.

Sophie has a remarkable ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and is always incredibly well-prepared. Her attention to detail is meticulous.

Sophie is a superb, well-rounded barrister. She is incredibly intelligent, all over the detail in complex cases, brilliant with clients and someone who displays immaculate attention to detail.

Sophie brings great energy. She is lightning fast in assessing a case and is excellent at responding on the spot.

Sophie has a special ability to build an instant rapport with the client. She makes them feel secure and then produces superior advocacy.

If it comes to a real fight, you want Sophie on your side. She is super brainy and a fearless advocate.

Amean is one to watch as he is wonderful. His advocacy, knowledge and client care are all excellent.

Amean is a very strong advocate who goes the extra mile for solicitors and clients alike.

An excellent, sharp-witted and kind advocate who is good for complex cases.

Charlotte Georges' client care is excellent; she makes clients feel immediately at ease. She is calm and collected in the face of difficult opponents and is quick on her feet when required.

Charlotte is wonderful with clients. She gives them confidence and support, at a time when they are most vulnerable.

Emma has knowledge and expertise beyond her years and is absolutely a go-to barrister for me. She is hard-working, tenacious and incredibly sharp.

Emma demonstrates a hugely impressive level of preparation and is wise beyond her years.

Clients trust Emma immediately and her advice is flawless. She fights for her clients and reads the mood of the court with ease.

What sets her apart from other barristers of her call is the level of client care and emotional intelligence she consistently displays.

Emma Spruce has an excellent bedside manner.

Greg is brilliant with vulnerable clients and advocates in a robust and clear way.

A pleasure to work with, he is always professional and quick to respond to updates.

His knowledge is second to none, but it is his clear and fluent advocacy that really shapes the case and leads to positive outcomes for clients.

He was so impressive both in terms of his advocacy and drafting skills.

Jonathan's courtroom presence is commanding and persuasive. His ability to articulate arguments is very strong.

Jonathan is very good at advising in the context of joint advice. He's great with clients and he produces excellent written work.

Jonathan Evans is a go-to junior for international children work. Incredibly hard-working, he gives sound advice to clients and an exceptional advocate.

Jonathan is fantastic at putting arguments in court and his preparation is perfection. He's thorough and always gives very real advice to clients.

Kate is a highly skilled barrister, who is brilliant with clients within a joint advice context. She produces excellent written work and is highly pragmatic in her approach.

Kate gets to the heart of the matter and is loved by clients for her down-to-earth approach. She takes a collaborative approach which is much appreciated.

Kate has a wonderful ability to put clients at ease. Hers is a very kind and understanding nature and she has a great ability to build trusting relationships.

Kate is incredibly intelligent and promptly grasps complex issues. She displays immaculate attention to detail and is brilliant with clients and at expectation management.

Katie always goes the extra mile and is loved by clients. She produces excellent written work and is highly skilled at giving joint advice in the one couple, one lawyer context.

Katie is fantastic. She's so approachable and she gets straight to it.

Katie is exceptional at dealing with complex children cases and adapting to unforeseen issues that arise. She is both creative and pragmatic.

She communicates complex legal information in an accessible way. Her written and oral communication skills are excellent and her strategic approach to cases is highly effective.

Katie is an excellent lawyer, who can grapple with complex issues. She is strategic, pragmatic and a joy to work with.

Nicholas is very dependable and thorough, tenacious in negotiation and firm in cross-examination.

Nicholas Fairbank provides very comprehensive advice and advocacy. He is extremely persuasive and consistently achieves great results.

Nick is just brilliant at financial work. His preparation is detailed and well thought through and he has an excellent way of delivering advice to clients and presenting to the court.

Paul is very sympathetic and his advice is very pragmatic. He's a very robust and skilled advocate.

Paul is calm and considerate with clients and listens very carefully to their views.

Paul handles cases with meticulous attention to details. He is a solid advocate, who is honest in his appraisal of a case.

Paul prepares beautifully and puts clients at ease. He is a smooth but tenacious advocate.

His style of advocacy and his ability to ask the killer question are unmatched. The way he presents a case is refreshing - he shies away from being unnecessarily tactical and just gets great results.

From start to finish, her expertise, professionalism and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome were evident in everything she did.

Rosanne's advocacy is clear and well thought out. She guides judges with skill and charm, but shows steely resolve when challenged by more senior opponents.

Rosanne is a bright star of her generation and very much one to watch. She is forthright in her advocacy and a delight to instruct.

Sam is a force of nature, who is extremely intelligent, highly astute and someone with the ability to think creatively. She is a persuasive advocate whose client care skills are second to none.

A very safe pair of hands, who is very popular with clients and judges. She is comfortable with handling complex cases.

Stephen Lyon is approachable and makes even the difficult cases more bearable.

Imogen is very generous with her time and her client care is exceptional. Her preparation and analysis are second to none.

Imogen is a highly skilled advocate, who is capable of working with vulnerable clients. She is approachable and provides practical advice.

She works and fights extremely hard, is very meticulous in her approach, and is very sympathetic with vulnerable clients.

She gives every client, whether an international celebrity or asylum seeker on legal aid, the same attention and diligence. She works tirelessly to advance the profession.

She is always the silk of choice for international children cases and her strategy calls are always spot on.

She's just phenomenally intelligent, extremely hard-working and very patient, kind and understanding with clients.

Jacqueline Renton develops a clear plan for case management and gives the client clear, constructive and effective advice which enables a swift resolution.

A High Court judge in the making. The quality of her advocacy and written material is unmatched by most leaders at the Bar.