Gatehouse Chambers

Matthew is recognised for his expertise in private client, commercial and employment law. He has a formidable courtroom presence and is noted for his incisive cross-examination and persuasive advocacy. His practice includes particular specialism in contentious probate, company and shareholder disputes and employee competition. He is valued by solicitors and clients for having a breadth of experience and the ability to provide lateral solutions to just about any legal conundrum.

Matthew’s growing reputation has resulted in his being called upon in recent years by many high profile clients including several politicians, a famous author, high profile racing industry figures and the nation state of Kuwait.

He is recommended in the Legal 500, and sits as both a Recorder and a Deputy District Judge.

Following on from his interest in programming, Matthew is putting himself at the forefront of the legal issues arising from the deployment of AI decision making. This is particularly relevant to employment law where examples of discriminatory AI decisions are becoming more and more common in the areas of recruitment and performance management particularly. It also has ramifications in the commercial and insurance industries where sometimes significant losses can arise from arguably negligent AI decision making or deployment. With his technical understanding Matthew is perfectly positioned to assist on any issues arising in these areas, and is staying abreast of the interesting developments at national and international levels.

Call: 2004

Employment Lawyers Association Chancery Bar Association London Common Law and Commercial Bar Association ACTAPS (Associate Member)

University College London, BSc Mathematics PGDL, BVC, College of Law Mediator (Chartered Institute of Arbitrators accredited) Chairman of the Tribunal of Travelling Showmen (2014 – )

Out of chambers, Matthew is often to be found up mountains, completing long distance walks (including the 1,200 mile Pacific Northwest Trail) or leading expeditions abroad with the British Exploration Society. He enjoys tennis, football and running, and is a glory hunting Burnley fan. As well as his sport, he dabbles in computer programming (he has released a game on Steam) and gardening.