Position

Joe’s practice covers all areas of private family law, with a focus on financial remedies (including cases brought under TLATA 1996). Joe is ranked as a leading matrimonial finance junior in The Legal 500. He is described as ‘supremely intelligent’, ‘highly technical’, ‘exceptionally hard working’, ‘persuasive and powerful’ and ‘calm and confident under pressure’. He has appeared solo in several multi-day High Court trials, where he has been commended by the Court for his “conspicuous skill”. He has recently appeared in the Supreme Court, led by Tim Amos KC.

Education

English Literature BA, Somerville College, Oxford University BPTC, University of Law, London GDL, Kaplan Law School, London Astbury Scholarship, Middle Temple Henderson English Scholarship, Somerville College Margaret Irene Seymour Music Scholarship, Somerville College University of Law, Overall Winner of BPTC Mooting Competition

Mentions

London Bar

Family: divorce and financial remedy

LEADING JUNIORS4
Joe Rainer – Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB) ‘Joe is very clever and highly astute. He is skilled in analysing complex documentation about businesses and trusts. He is incredibly hard-working and a true rising star.’