Chambers Review
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Family: Children - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Jones is recognised for his expertise in challenging private law children proceedings and noted for his charming client manner. He handles a large volume of complex cases relating to parents seeking contact with their children and exhibits strength in the growing area of surrogacy. He is also instructed by local authorities, guardians and parents in serious cases such as those concerning radicalisation.
Strengths
Richard is extremely able and a joy to work with. His knowledge of the law is impressive, and he has a personable and persuasive style of advocacy.
Richard has an enviable legal practice and has expert knowledge across the full range of children matters.
He is collaborative where possible, but is a forensic advocate who will make his client's case forcefully and persuasively.
Richard is someone who really fights for his client. He gives good, pragmatic advice and is an amazing support to his instructing solicitors.
He is incisive and intellectual, with an incredible court manner and excellent client care skills.