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Edward Boydell KC

Edward Boydell KC

Position

Edward Boydell is highly experienced in all aspects of family law but particularly financial remedies (including civil partnerships). He has specific expertise in dealing with complex high-net-worth matters involving family businesses, farms, companies and trusts. He is also very experienced in equitable co-ownership. Particularly well known for his family finance work and recognised in The Legal 500 and by Chambers and Partners as one of the ‘Leaders at the Bar’, he also has a niche civil practice. Notable cases: GS v L [2011] EWHC 2116 (Fam); GS v L [2011] EWHC 1759 (Fam); S v S [2007] EWCA Civ 454; Hill v Hill [1998] 1 FLR 198, CA; Hill v Hill [1997] 1 FLR 730.

Career

Called 1989, Middle Temple. Appointed recorder, Midland Circuit 2005. Edward is regularly invited to give seminars including speaking at the Western Circuit CPD Conference 2009 and 2010, Hampshire Resolution 2010 and 2012, The Thames Valley Family Lawyers Ancillary Relief update seminar and for the CLT lecture series.

Memberships

FLBA; PIBA; PNBA.

Education

Bradfield College, Berkshire; Homerton College, Cambridge University (1987 BEd (Hons) History (Cantab), qualified teacher); University of Westminster (1988 Diploma in Law).

Leisure

Sport, theatre and Italy.

Mentions

South Eastern Circuit • Regional Bar

Family: divorce and financial remedy

Other key lawyer1
Edward Boydell KC - Pump Court Chambers 'Edward has a command and presence before any tribunal. He is the go-to barrister for complex cases.'
Western Circuit • Regional Bar

Family: divorce and financial remedy

Other key lawyer1
Edward Boydell KC – Pump Court Chambers ‘Edward is an exceptional family barrister in all areas. He is an excellent strategist, tough negotiator, clever and has sharp forensic skills. He is always meticulously prepared and instils total confidence in the client and instructing solicitor.’
London Bar

Family: divorce and financial remedy

Other key lawyer1
Edward Boydell KC – Pump Court Chambers ‘Edward is a very engaging advocate. He is strong at the law but manages to put a humane slant on his advocacy. His style is measured and reasonable.’