Four Brick Court Chambers

Barrister

Paul Murray qualified as a solicitor in 1999. Prior to qualifying as a solicitor Paul spent 12 years working as a social worker in several London Boroughs. His last post was with the London Borough of Hillingdon as Team Manager of the Youth Justice Team.

He became a partner in a large North West London firm (IBB Solicitors). As a Children Panel lawyer, he carried a high caseload of complex files at FPC, County Court, High Court and Court of Appeal level. 2007, he was admitted as a solicitor advocate after obtaining a Higher Rights Qualification (Civil Proceedings).

Practice overview

Paul has acted regularly for both CAFCASS and the Official Solicitor. He also has particular experience acting for parents, children, and guardians in Rule 16.4 private law cases and adoption and special guardianship proceedings.

In recent years Paul has developed a particular specialism in representing competent children in both public and private law proceedings. His professional background and experience have proved valuable in enabling him to establish trust and rapport with children of all ages and adults with psychological and mental health difficulties.

Throughout his career as a barrister, Paul has involved himself with numerous non-profit associations and organisations focusing on children’s rights and child protection issues. He has been a member of the executive committee of the Association of Lawyers for Children and organised the 17th National Conference held in November 2006.

Until recently, he was a member of the Safeguarding Commission for the Diocese of Northampton. In 2008, he was invited to join a pro-bono panel of lawyers who advised the Children’s Commissioner.

FLBA

Association of Lawyers for Children

Middle Temple

University of Westminster