Ranking tables

Family: Children | UK Bar

London (Bar)

Rankings overview for Sets

2

  1. Andrew Norton KC
    Andrew Norton KC 1GC|Family Law8 Years Ranked
  2. Christopher Hames KC
    Christopher Hames KC 4PB17 Years Ranked
  3. Nkumbe Ekaney KC
    Nkumbe Ekaney KC 1GC|Family Law20 Years Ranked
  4. Piers Pressdee KC
    Piers Pressdee KC 4PB21 Years Ranked
  5. Barbara Connolly KC7BR
  6. Barbara Mills KC4PB
  7. Charles Hale KC4PB
  8. Cyrus Larizadeh KC4PB
  9. Frank Feehan KC1KBW
  10. John Tughan KC4PB
  11. Jonathan Sampson KCHarcourt Chambers
  12. Joy Brereton KC4PB

  1. Katie Phillips KC
    Katie Phillips KC 42BR Barristers14 Years Ranked
  2. Rob George KC
    Rob George KC Harcourt Chambers8 Years Ranked
  3. Alison Easton KCCoram Chambers
  4. Jacqueline Renton KC4PB
  5. Richard Jones KC1GC|Family Law
3

  1. Alison Moore
    Alison Moore 1GC|Family Law3 Years Ranked
  2. Charlotte Baker
    Charlotte Baker 4PB5 Years Ranked
  3. Chris Stevenson
    Chris Stevenson 4PB4 Years Ranked
  4. Christopher Butterfield 29 Bedford Row Chambers10 Years Ranked
  5. Claire Heppenstall
    Claire Heppenstall 1GC|Family Law11 Years Ranked
  6. Dafydd Griffiths 29 Bedford Row Chambers8 Years Ranked
  7. Jason Green
    Jason Green Harcourt Chambers4 Years Ranked
  8. Jemimah Hendrick
    Jemimah Hendrick New Court Chambers3 Years Ranked
  9. Jessica Lee
    Jessica Lee 1GC|Family Law2 Years Ranked
  10. Jonathan Bennett
    Jonathan Bennett 42BR Barristers23 Years Ranked
  11. Judith Pepper Coram Chambers4 Years Ranked
  12. Kate Grieve
    Kate Grieve 36 Family8 Years Ranked
  13. Kelly Webb
    Kelly Webb 36 Family5 Years Ranked
  14. Kyri Lefteri
    Kyri Lefteri New Court Chambers6 Years Ranked
  15. Mani Basi
    Mani Basi 4PB2 Years Ranked
  16. Marlene Cayoun
    Marlene Cayoun 1GC|Family Law7 Years Ranked
  17. Matthew Fletcher
    Matthew Fletcher 1GC|Family Law10 Years Ranked
  18. Michael Edwards
    Michael Edwards 4PB11 Years Ranked
  19. Nasstassia Hylton
    Nasstassia Hylton 1GC|Family Law5 Years Ranked
  20. Olivia Magennis
    Olivia Magennis 1GC|Family Law3 Years Ranked
  21. Rebecca Mitchell
    Rebecca Mitchell 1GC|Family Law3 Years Ranked
  22. Rebekah Wilson
    Rebekah Wilson No5 Barristers' Chambers4 Years Ranked
  23. Roshi Amiraftabi 29 Bedford Row Chambers13 Years Ranked
  24. Ruth Cabeza
    Ruth Cabeza Harcourt Chambers10 Years Ranked
  25. Saiqa Chaudhry New Court Chambers4 Years Ranked
  26. Sarah McMeechan New Court Chambers3 Years Ranked
  27. Sarah Nuttall New Court Chambers4 Years Ranked
  28. Tom Wilson
    Tom Wilson 1GC|Family Law7 Years Ranked
  29. Anna WalshCoram Chambers
  30. Anne-Marie GloverCoram Chambers
  31. Brian Jubb4PB
  32. Christopher ArcherCoram Chambers
  33. Henry Lamb1GC|Family Law
  34. Isabelle WatsonFour Brick Court
  35. Julia Townend4PB
  36. Kate HudsonCoram Chambers
  37. Maggie JonesGarden Court Chambers
  38. Mai-Ling Savage4PB
  39. Philip McCormack42BR Barristers
  40. Ramanjit KangCoram Chambers
  41. Ranjit SinghFourteen
  42. Samantha Ridley1KBW
  43. Sarah BransonCoram Chambers
  44. Stephen Bartlet-JonesOne Pump Court
  45. Susan George1GC|Family Law
  46. Victoria Green1KBW
4

  1. Amean Elgadhy 4PB2 Years Ranked
  2. Ami Bartholomew
    Ami Bartholomew No5 Barristers' Chambers2 Years Ranked
  3. Andrea Watts
    Andrea Watts 1KBW3 Years Ranked
  4. Ben Mansfield
    Ben Mansfield The 36 Group3 Years Ranked
  5. Charlotte Georges
    Charlotte Georges 4PB1 Years Ranked
  6. Emily Rayner
    Emily Rayner Harcourt Chambers2 Years Ranked
  7. George Harley
    George Harley 36 Family6 Years Ranked
  8. Helen Jefferson
    Helen Jefferson 1GC|Family Law12 Years Ranked
  9. Helen Pomeroy
    Helen Pomeroy 1KBW5 Years Ranked
  10. James Mulholland
    James Mulholland Fourteen4 Years Ranked
  11. Jonathan Evans
    Jonathan Evans 4PB1 Years Ranked
  12. Julia Gasparro
    Julia Gasparro 1GC|Family Law2 Years Ranked
  13. Kate Claxton
    Kate Claxton 42BR Barristers1 Years Ranked
  14. Kate Lamont Deka Chambers1 Years Ranked
  15. Kate Ozwell
    Kate Ozwell 1KBW5 Years Ranked
  16. Katie Wood
    Katie Wood 4PB5 Years Ranked
  17. Laura Bumpus Deka Chambers4 Years Ranked
  18. Laura Harrington New Court Chambers6 Years Ranked
  19. Laura Hibberd Deka Chambers4 Years Ranked
  20. Madeleine Whelan
    Madeleine Whelan 36 Family3 Years Ranked
  21. Martha Gray
    Martha Gray Harcourt Chambers1 Years Ranked
  22. Melissa Elsworth
    Melissa Elsworth 1GC|Family Law3 Years Ranked
  23. Paul Hepher
    Paul Hepher 4PB3 Years Ranked
  24. Paula Diaz
    Paula Diaz Field Court Chambers1 Years Ranked
  25. Philippa Jenkins New Court Chambers8 Years Ranked
  26. Rebecca Davies
    Rebecca Davies Field Court Chambers1 Years Ranked
  27. Robert Wilkinson
    Robert Wilkinson New Court Chambers2 Years Ranked
  28. Sabuhi Chaudhry 36 Family6 Years Ranked
  29. Sam Prout New Court Chambers1 Years Ranked
  30. Samantha Whittam
    Samantha Whittam 1GC|Family Law4 Years Ranked
  31. Sian Cox
    Sian Cox Harcourt Chambers1 Years Ranked
  32. Tabitha Barran Deka Chambers5 Years Ranked
  33. Thomas Jones
    Thomas Jones Deka Chambers4 Years Ranked
  34. Amanda MeuszGarden Court Chambers
  35. Anarkali MusgraveCoram Chambers
  36. Bianca JacksonCoram Chambers
  37. Caroline CroftCoram Chambers
  38. Damian StuartFourteen
  39. Daniel SheridanHarcourt Chambers
  40. Emily Mitchell7BR
  41. Greg Davies4PB
  42. Indira Ramsahoye29 Bedford Row Chambers
  43. James HolmesGarden Court Chambers
  44. James NormanFour Brick Court
  45. Jay Banerji1KBW
  46. Joan ConnellFourteen
  47. Justin TadrosFour Brick Court
  48. Katharine MarksCoram Chambers
  49. Lubeya Ramadhan7BR
  50. Luke Eaton1GC|Family Law
  51. Mandy ShortFourteen
  52. Martha Holmes1KBW
  53. Mary HughesOne Pump Court
  54. Matthew StottHarcourt Chambers
  55. Nairn PurssFour Brick Court
  56. Rachel Gillman1GC|Family Law
  57. Sam ElliottOne Pump Court
  58. Sarah TylerCoram Chambers
  59. Sophie HillCoram Chambers
  60. Thomas Dance1KBW
  61. Victoria Halsall1KBW

All Sets profiles

1

Band 1

  1. 1
    4PB
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked

    An immensely respected set recognised for its immeasurable expertise in private and public children law, as well as its complementary skill in matrimonial finance work. Its venerated silks and juniors regularly appear before the highest courts in the country, handling a broad range of matters including those relating to international child abduction, historical child sex abuse, radicalisation, non-accidental injury and many more. The set's extensive client base consists of individuals from all walks of life, including household names, businessmen and some of society's most vulnerable individuals. When it comes to matrimonial finance, the barristers here handle complex, acrimonious, high-value disputes, often involving multiple jurisdictions, offshore accounts and trusts. In recent times, the set has been heavily involved in cases at the forefront of the law relating to fertility, female genital mutilation and transgender rights. The set has been involved in a huge raft of reported cases in recent times including Tickle & Anor v the BBC & Ors, a high-profile appeal concerning the naming of judges who had previously decided family cases, arising in the context of historic proceedings relating to Sara Sharif, later murdered by her father and step-mother. One source comments: "The calibre of barristers is fantastic, and their supportive approach and availability to us as clients is invaluable."

    Michael Reeves is the director of practice and business development.

2

Band 2

  1. 1GC|Family Law
    2
    1GC|Family Law
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked

    A recognised specialist set for private and public children's law and matrimonial finance proceedings. Barristers here are sought out by those seeking representation across the full spectrum of children law cases. Their areas of expertise extend to inquiries into historic sexual abuse, care proceedings involving FGM, radicalisation, abuse, child death and severe mental health problems, among others. Members are further experienced in private children's work, and frequently deal with the most complex cases concerning relocation, abduction, leave to remove, allegations of domestic abuse and wardship proceedings. The set is regularly instructed in high-value divorce proceedings, and has an ultra high net worth clientele which includes members of foreign royal families. One source says: "1GC is a very distinguished set." Another adds: "The set has excellent barristers covering a wide range of family law disciplines."

    Paul Harris is the senior clerk.

  2. 1KBW
    2
    1KBW
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked

    1 King's Bench Walk is a popular choice for high-profile children and matrimonial finance matters. Individuals here have practices that encompass both domestic and cross-border disputes, and expertise in the handling of child abduction, adoption and surrogacy cases. The barristers are sought after by high net worth, often international, clients as well as a host of professionals to handle complex proceedings. The set's money practice, in particular, receives unanimous praise, with practitioners taking on the full gamut of high-value financial disputes before the highest courts in the country. Specific prowess exists in cases involving prenuptial disputes, Schedule 1, offshore trusts, TOLATA, and many other issues. One solicitor comments: "The barristers at 1KBW are not only top notch advocates, but are also down to earth and have a knack for making clients feel safe." Another interviewee adds: "1KBW has strong barristers that specialise in both children and finance law, a quality that really sets them apart. Clients often want counsel who can do both and do both well."

    Mark Betts is the senior clerk.

3

Band 3

  1. 36 Family
    3
    36 Family
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked

    A renowned set that handles a wide range of public and private family proceedings. Members appear in both matrimonial finance and children cases for clients who include high net worth individuals, celebrities, politicians, and members of the general public. Matters of the greatest complexity are handled including those complicated by the presence of trusts, assets, pensions and tax issues. Individuals here also appear in highly sensitive children proceedings, many of which include serious allegations of abuse, FGM, parental alienation and drug use. The set is further noted for having specialist expertise in disputes involving unmarried couples. Commentators note: "36 Family has experienced counsel across all levels." Another adds: "It has a very good offering of high quality barristers, who have a wealth of experience of handling all aspects of private family law."

    Danny Chapman is the senior clerk.

  2. Coram Chambers
    3
    Coram Chambers
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked

    A highly regarded family set whose members are equipped to tackle the full gamut of finance and children proceedings. Barristers here are particularly renowned for their public children work, and frequently handle highly sensitive medical cases that involve allegations of abuse, neglect, non-accidental injury and child death. They have further experience in matrimonial finance litigation, with expertise in TOLATA, Schedule 1 applications, assets valuation and cohabitation disputes. Counsel are also instructed in a variety of private children cases, especially those concerning adoption and child abduction. Commentators say: "The calibre of barristers at Coram Chambers is very good in all aspects of the services they provide. Their knowledge of all applicable law and their technical ability impress." Another source adds: "The set has an amazing group of barristers, who are highly knowledgeable in their field and are happy to work alongside the solicitors, so that it is a real team effort."

    Sean Gentleman is the senior clerk.

  3. Harcourt Chambers
    3
    Harcourt Chambers
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    Members at Harcourt Chambers offer a full family law service, but are especially adroit in assisting a range of clients with all manner of children law proceedings. They garner particular praise for their expertise in international abduction, and routinely handle cross-border relocation cases. They are known for their expert representation of local authorities, parents and guardians in complex public law cases, a number of which relate to abuse, non-accidental injury and child death. While such cases form a large part of the set's work, a number of individuals are on-hand to also undertake divorce and financial remedy proceedings. Solicitors say: "Harcourt Chambers has highly experienced counsel for cross-border, international and High Court work."

4

Band 4

  1. 29 Bedford Row Chambers
    4
    29 Bedford Row Chambers
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 4 | 16 Years Ranked

    A set with demonstrable strength at silk and junior level which assists clients in both children and divorce proceedings. Members here are sought after by high net worth clients for their extensive experience of handling financial cases involving complex business structures, assets, trusts, Schedule 1, TOLATA and tax issues. Many of these are multi-jurisdictional and international in nature. The barristers also have significant expertise in private and public children law work, and are equipped to represent their clients in all manner of care, relocation, and child abduction proceedings. Their diverse clientele consists of people from all levels of society. One interviewee states that the set is "blessed with standout counsel with the robustness to handle anything thrown at them."

    James Shortall is the senior clerk.

  2. 42BR Barristers
    4
    42BR Barristers
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 4 | 16 Years Ranked

    A well-renowned children set commended by peers and clients alike. Barristers here are frequently instructed in the representation of vulnerable clients in care proceedings. The cases it handles are complex and sensitive, many of them being within the context of non-accidental injury and sexual abuse. Members have further expertise in private children cases. Some of the many areas it covers include matters concerning child abduction, forced marriage, radicalisation and asylum applications. An interviewee remarks that "the set has very experienced, knowledgeable and helpful barristers who stand out and go the extra mile." Another source adds: "Their counsel are experienced and balance this with excellent client care and support."

    James Tidman is the Senior Family Practice Manager.

5

Band 5

  1. 7BR
    5
    7BR
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked

    7BR houses a team of well regarded family barristers, capable of handling both children and matrimonial finance matters. The set comes particularly recommended for its work in relation to children, with its barristers showing strength in both the public and private law cases. They have experience of advising on highly sensitive matters that often involve allegations of abuse, non- accidental injury and neglect. Individuals here have further experience in cases concerning child abduction and relocation. Solicitors comment that: "7BR has a wide range of barristers available who specialise in all areas of family law." Another adds: "7BR has enormous strength and depth, and real quality counsel."

    Harry Smith is the Senior Family Clerk.

  2. Deka Chambers
    5
    Deka Chambers
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked

    Deka Chambers has an experienced stable of barristers with expertise across all areas of family law. It has particular strength in public law children work and acts for children, guardians and local authorities, among others. The set is adept at handling a variety of cases including those involving allegations of non-accidental injury, abuse and fabricated and induced illness. It has additional experience in matters concerning surrogacy issues and frequently handles cases with an international element. Sources say: "Although Deka has a smaller family law team than other sets, it is going from strength to strength. It has quality counsel who punch above their weight and are particularly good at dealing with complex cases in a very professional, calm and effective manner."

    Michael Goodridge leads the Deka Chambers clerking team.

  3. Fourteen
    5
    Fourteen
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 5 | 16 Years Ranked

    A respected set with substantial strength in both children and matrimonial finance proceedings. Barristers here frequently appear in cases with multi-jurisdictional elements, and regularly handle matters of great complexity involving issues such as trusts, offshore accounts, and allegations of abuse. Both public and private law work is undertaken for a wide range of clients, some of whom are high net worth. Commentators say: "Fourteen offers a wide range of very knowledgeable and detailed barristers who are more than willing to help and go above and beyond."

    Joe Lamb is the senior practice manager.

  4. Garden Court Chambers
    5
    Garden Court Chambers
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 5 | 10 Years Ranked

    Garden Court Chambers is home to a stable of highly able barristers who assist their clients with both children and matrimonial finance matters. Members prove particularly strong on public children law cases, often appearing in care proceedings involving accusations of abuse, domestic violence, child death, non-accidental injury, FGM and factitious illness. They also represent clients in private law children and financial remedy matters, including cases relating to TOLATA, Schedule 1 and parental alienation, some of which are international in nature. One solicitor comments: "Garden Court Chambers has specialist barristers who have exceptional skill."

    Kevin McCarthy is the Senior Family Practice Manager.

  5. New Court Chambers
    5
    New Court Chambers
    Family: Children
    2026 | Band 5 | 12 Years Ranked

    A set with substantial strength in public and private children law matters, and the further capability to handle financial proceedings. The 35-plus family barristers here are well versed in highly sensitive matters involving non-accidental injury, child death, sexual abuse, FGM, fictitious illness and child trafficking. They are also equipped to handle TOLATA, Schedule 1 and parental alienation cases. Clients include highly vulnerable individuals, as well as parents, guardians and local authorities. Commentators say: "New Court Chambers has a wide range of barristers available at all levels of experience, who provide a good level of service." Another adds: "The barristers at New Court Chambers distinguish themselves from others due to their hands-on handling of cases."

    Paul Bloomfield is the senior clerk.