Louise specialises in traditional chancery matters, with a strong focus on contentious probate and 1975 Inheritance Act cases. She also has considerable experience in a wide range of trusts and property matters, in particular ownership of real property and TOLATA disputes. Louise is experienced at conducting trials and applications at all levels including the High Court and in particular on the Property, Trusts and Probate List in the Chancery Division. She is a strong cross-examiner and is also highly successful at negotiating settlements, whether by mediation, FDR hearing or at the door of Court. She prides herself on giving practical advice and having exceptional client handling skills. Louise is also a CMC Registered Mediator, specialising in estate disputes.
BA Hons Jurisprudence, First Class, Oxford University; BVC graded ‘Very Competent’, Inns of Court School of Law; Inner Temple Major Scholarship (2007).
Midland Circuit • Regional Bar
Louise Corfield – No5 Barristers’ Chambers 'Louise is very client focused and can handle complex issues. She is particularly good in mediation, managing the client and is a good negotiator.'
Midland Circuit • Regional Bar
Louise Corfield – No5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Louise has excellent knowledge of the law and is approachable and helpful. She is incredibly methodical in the way she handles her cases, but she is practical too.’