Amy specialises in chancery litigation and matrimonial finance. She appears in the County Court, the Chancery and Family Divisions of the High Court, the First-Tier Tribunal Property Chamber and the Court of Protection. Amy is regularly instructed in a wide range of cases involving trusts of land, boundaries and easements, and residential and commercial landlord and tenant.Her experience includes: Multi-track litigation involving resulting or constructive trusts, estoppel and restitution Management of trust land Boundary disputes and adverse possession Easements Trespass and nuisance Lease variation pursuant to section 35 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 Recovery of ground rent, service charges and contractual costs Property transactions and misrepresentation Overage agreement Amy also accepts instructions in all matrimonial finance cases. Her experience includes: Enforcing separation agreements Setting aside transactions Representing interveners Overseas assets and liabilities Military pensions Conduct Valuation of businesses and shareholdings
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Called in 1976 and appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1996, Bernard has been in practice at the Chancery Bar for over 40 years. Whilst he has gained extremely broad and varied experience across the whole field of both General and Commercial Chancery practice areas, his main specialisms have been in the fields of Company law, Property, Commercial disputes and Professional Negligence. For the past several years the main focus of Bernard’s practice has been in: Company Law Shareholder and boardroom disputes, including minority shareholder rights, deadlocks, breaches of fiduciary duty by directors and disputes concerning the rights to legal and beneficial interests in shares Property Law All manner of real property disputes, including restrictive covenants over land, easements, securities for the repayment of debts charged on land and the enforcement of legal and equitable interests The enforcement of or limits on rights arising under constructive trusts and the application of the doctrine of proprietary estoppel Commercial Disputes Enforcing, protecting or limiting the contractual rights of parties to commercial contracts where there has been a breakdown in relations between contracting parties Professional Negligence Acting for claimants who assert themselves to have been “failed” by professional advisors (mostly solicitors, but also extending to accountants and tax consultants) by their breaches of professional duty Bernard also continues to undertake Private Client work, acting for trustees and beneficiaries of high value trust funds especially where issues arise as to the performance of trustees’ fiduciary duties and the rights of beneficiaries both to hold them to account and to require information. Bernard is also an acknowledged expert in the law of Clubs and Unincorporated Associations, with a wealth of practical experience in the appropriate governance of Clubs, whether (or not) they should seek the protection of incorporation, and reviewing incorporation deeds and other documentation.
Callum joined Pallant as a tenant in 2019 following his successful completion of pupillage in Chambers. He accepts instructions in all of Chambers’ civil practice areas, and has a particular interest in Chancery and Property law. Callum represents both claimants and defendants in the County Court, and also for some regulatory matters in the Magistrates Court, and has appeared in contractual and negligence small claims hearings, possession proceedings, applications under the Civil Procedure Rules, and proceedings arising out of the Ministry of Justice’s procedure for personal injuries. Callum has also undertaken advisory work for clients on a broad range of legal problems in practice areas such as landlord and tenant law, consumer law, wills, sureties, and bailment. He regularly drafts statements of case on behalf of claimants and defendants across the spectrum of his civil law practice.
Colin Morgan is a specialist family barrister whose popularity is founded upon his commanding, yet empathic, approach to his cases. His practice comprises all aspects of Family Law and he has a particular interest in, and is regularly instructed on, very complex care cases and advises numerous Local Authorities regarding standard practice and interpretation of legislation affecting local government family practice. Colin is consistently recommended under the regional Family section of the Legal 500, who have quotes ranging from ‘an effective advocate in serious abuse cases’ to ‘Colin Morgan, who handles both money cases and difficult children work, is approachable and frank, a good litigator and negotiator’. In 2011 he was simply described as a ‘brilliant practitioner’
Dylan regularly acts for Local Authorities, parents and children’s guardians in all aspects of public law children cases. Of these clients more than often Dylan acts on behalf of children’s guardians and separately represented children. He has also acted for interveners in both care order and placement order applications – in particular for foster carers who are pursuing placement by way of SGO or Child Arrangement Order in opposition to the Local Authority plans and for interveners in fact finding hearings. Dylan has particular interest in the more complex and difficult public law cases. Cases such as Factitious Induced Illness cases, Somatisation disorder, NAHI cases, Non-accidental injury cases, sexual abuse allegations (both current and historic) and cases that involve placements out of the jurisdiction. Dylan has attracted in recent years an increasing number of cases involving sensitive management and advice e.g. Cases which affect Local Authority policy and the decisions of senior management or cases where he is asked to represent parties with serious mental health or behavioural problems.
Eleanor is a specialist family and civil practitioner with extensive experience across the core areas of family law and a particular interest in domestic finance and property issues, including applications under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996, Schedule 1 of the Children Act, the Inheritance Act 1975 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. She is regularly instructed to act in High Court matters and has appeared in the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal where she has been praised for her “persuasive advocacy” and the “conspicuously high standard” of her paperwork. Eleanor has been recommended as a leading junior in the Legal 500 for the last 4 years. Clients appreciate her impeccable preparation, warm manner and pragmatic approach.
Elinor practices in all areas of general civil litigation, but specialises in personal injury and clinical negligence. Prior to joining chambers as a pupil she gained 8 years’ experience and was team leader at a leading southern set of solicitors, dealing with claimant based litigation in the areas of road traffic accidents, occupiers’, employer’s and public liability claims. She therefore has an invaluable understanding of how cases are prepared and costs incurred prior to litigation. Elinor deals with claims of all ranges of quantum for both claimants and defendants, appearing as an advocate throughout the whole of the southern area. She frequently accepts instructions by way of conditional fee agreements and is pleased to review cases with solicitors on an informal basis at the early stages of a potential claim; particularly in the cases of clinical negligence and fatal accident claims. She has been instructed to act on behalf of the Motor Insurers’ Bureau and appears in the Supreme Court Costs Office. She also regularly acts in credit hire claims, and advises on cases involving injuries caused by animals. She is also involved in litigation arising under the new “Low Value” personal injury claims in road traffic accidents. Notable cases include: successfully advising a claimant on liability and quantum in the case of a secondary victim who suffered PTSD after seeing his fiancée killed in an RTA; successfully advising a claimant on liability and quantum in a clinical negligence case whereby an Implanon device was inserted too deep and was unremoveable; advising a claimant on liability and quantum when she had been knocked to the ground by a dog, an offer to settle was made by the defendant just weeks before trial; successfully advising a claimant on liability and quantum where there was a delay and failure to diagnose a slipped hip in a teenage girl, leading to shortening of the leg and early degeneration; advising a claimant on liability and quantum when she caught her shoe on worn stairs at work, a settlement offer was made by the defendant just weeks before trial; succeeding on behalf of a claimant at trial in establishing that a manufactured and installed lantern roof was neither of satisfactory quality or fit for purpose, by reason of excessive condensation rendering the room beneath unuseable; and succeeding on behalf of a claimant at trial in establishing that their cabriolet car was neither fit for purpose or of satisfactory quality by reason of numerous faults including failure of the roof opening system, leaking and rattling.
Eve specialises solely in family cases for private clients. Her experience in the areas of matrimonial finance, TOLATA, Children Act and domestic violence applications means that she is often instructed to assist one client through a number of proceedings; providing confidence and consistency. Her clients appreciate her straightforward and intelligent approach and she has a reputation for being well received by those clients who need robust advice and firm assistance in navigating through the court process. Eve is also able to handle vulnerable clients with sensitivity, compassion and well thought through advice. Solicitors regularly instruct Eve as they are confident that their clients will feel that they have been listened to and their case has been furthered as vigorously as possible. Her criminal law experience makes her a particularly effective cross examiner and her advocacy is a key strength. Eve’s previous public law practice also makes her a very useful source of knowledge when the Local Authority become involved in private law proceedings. Eve is a particularly skilful negotiator and has been regularly instructed, to great effect, in matters that have been considered intractable, often against particularly difficult opponents and LIPs.
Felicity specialises in land, property (encompassing housing) and planning. Undertaking work in both public and private sectors, she is known for her affability, technical expertise and fearlessness. She undertakes work for local government, Registered Providers, private developers, private and commercial landlords and interest groups throughout the country. Having come to the Bar from a career in housing, she has developed extensive breadth and depth of advocacy experience in the Senior Courts, including the Court of Appeal and the High Court, county courts, all levels of the Residential Property Chamber and at public hearings and inquiries. Her experience ranges from appearing as advocate in trials, substantive hearings, procedural applications, public inquiries and appeals as well as sitting as Inspector in Village Green public inquiries. In planning, Felicity has particular experience in all aspects of enforcement, s287 injunctions and appeals for parties at all levels from householders and developers to the Planning Authority. She has also acted for Rule 6 parties in planning appeals and is mindful of the need to work to fixed budgets. Her advisory work is broad; most recently including the impact of listing as an asset of community value, DMMO inquiries, tree preservation orders, enforcement appeals, certificates of lawfulness and siting of mobile homes in the green belt. In real estate she advises and represents at all levels. Recently this has involved her in cases concerning historical estate rent-charges for a commercial client, contested boundaries of estates, repairing covenants in commercial tenancies, major dilapidations in commercial property, construction disputes, service charges and the perennial problems of management and administration charges. She has advised on thorny policy issues for Registered Providers such as the correct approach to short lets of leasehold property (AirBnB) and whether local authorities are liable to pay disabled facilities grants in care homes. This year has also included interpreting easements and covenants, advice on building on common land, de-registration of a village green and appeals against the Traffic Commissioner.
Hazel practises predominantly in commercial and property law with her main areas of interest company law and insolvency complimenting her experience in the tax and accountancy industry. Hazel previously dealt with both personal and corporate taxation whilst being a partner in her family’s tax and accountancy firm. In particular Hazel’s in-depth knowledge of the inner workings of a range of different businesses enables her to tailor her approach to each client’s specific needs. Hazel always endeavours to put her clients at ease in their stressful journey throughout litigation. Hazel is a seasoned advocate and prides herself on meticulous preparation and her ability to think on her feet. Her previous experience practising in criminal law has given her extensive experience in advocacy and working under pressure. Hazel has received awards for her advocacy abilities including a bursary from the Criminal Bar Association for an “outstanding performance in advocacy.” Before coming to the Bar Hazel undertook a legal internship in Shanghai. Whilst in Shanghai Hazel’s firm dealt with large commercial transactions between the US and China. Hazel also speaks conversational Mandarin which she was able to develop from her legal internship in Shanghai in 2014 and has continued to learn to date. Hazel is currently working towards her Chartered Tax advisor’s qualification specialising in trusts, IHT and owner-managed businesses. This year Hazel will be undertaking a three month placement in Dubai at Al Tamimi and Co and the Dubai International Finance Courts. During her placement Hazel will be working on international commercial matters. Hazel also accepts instructions in personal injury on behalf of both Claimants and Defendants.
Ikeni is a third six pupil at Pallant Chambers practising in Commercial, Chancery, and Property, as well as Personal Injury. He is instructed to draft pleadings and advice in possession claims and represents clients at hearings in the same. He is an experienced personal injury lawyer who has regularly appeared in Fast Track trials and Small Claims, as well as Stage 3s, credit hire claims, infant settlements, and interim applications. He has assisted in a range of cases involving chancery, public, commercial, EU, competition, and sports law: advising and drafting for matters in the Court of Justice of the European Union, Court of Appeal, High Court, and Employment Tribunal. Ikeni also has advocacy experience in the Crown and Magistrates Courts. He is client-friendly, able to grasp the interests involved in a dispute, and always willing to discuss issues of law, strategy, and/or procedure.Before pupillage, Ikeni completed an internship at a Tier 1 (Chambers and Partners) commercial firm in Southern Africa. He acted as research assistant in EU law at the University of Oxford and organised two conferences for the International Journal of Constitutional Law. He also worked on human rights projects: visiting East Timor to assess the progress of the truth and reconciliation process and Special Court; conducting preliminary research for the Human Dignity Trust; and assisting in drafting standard operating procedures for the police in Sierra Leone. He has volunteered as an experienced representative with the Free Representation Unit as well as Oxfam’s Lawyers Against Poverty.
Jeremy practices in employment, planning and environment, local government, housing and homelessness, commercial and property, including litigation, contentious and non-contentious drafting and advisory work. Before joining Chambers, Jeremy was in employed practice with Adur District Council and Worthing Borough Council as the senior legal advisor, providing advice and representation in all areas relating to district and parish council, including governance, employment, planning, environmental health, food safety, housing and homelessness.
Jessica Habel is an established and highly regarded specialist Family practitioner. She regularly acts in Public Law cases for Guardians and Local Authorities throughout the region and is known for her firm client orientated approach. She also undertakes Private Law Children’s work particularly for Guardian’s when they are drawn into Children’s matters and has a following on Financial Remedies matters.
Katherine’s practice covers both public and private law children matters. She also undertakes family injunction work. Before joining Pallant Chambers Katherine worked as a Legal Assistant within Southampton City Council’s public law child protection team. This has provided her with an invaluable insight into PLO procedures and the internal workings of a Local Authority. Katherine was also previously employed as an advisor for the National Stalking Helpline and volunteered with the National Centre for Domestic Violence where she would write statements to support applications for Non-Molestation and Occupation Orders.
Katrina is a sought after and highly regarded Children’s Family Practioner who specializes in both public and private work. Katrina is a tenacious advocate who is meticulously prepared both in and out of Court and maintains close communication with instructing Solicitors. Katrina has extensive experience in Public law proceedings having worked in house for a Local Authority for over 16 years and regularly represents Local Authorities, Parents, Grandparents, Interveners and Children’s Guardians. Katrina has a strong reputation for her client care skills and ability to handle difficult or vulnerable clients with a friendly, empathetic and sensible approach.
Kelly continues to represent all parties in public law proceedings and has experience of cases involving allegations of serious domestic violence, non-accidental injuries, emotional harm, neglect, and sexual abuse including rape. Kelly also has a significant private law practice dealing with a wide range of cases from straightforward contact disputes to cases involving allegations of violence, abuse or manipulation. Kelly has dealt with cases with both international and religious elements including applications to remove from the jurisdiction, child abduction and Hague Convention proceedings, as well as parental disputes over religious upbringing. Kelly recognizes the stresses of litigation for the parties involved and has a particular skill for putting clients at ease in difficult and emotional situations.
Previously a solicitor and partner in a central London firm, Kevin subsequently headed up the southern area litigation department of a national firm before returning to the Bar in 1996. He has developed a specialist practice in personal injury and clinical negligence matters with a particular interest in motorcycle and yachting accidents. To complement this practice, with his in depth knowledge and interest of maritime matters he undertakes numerous marine related cases encompassing yacht surveyors professional negligence to insurance disputes. Clinical negligence: multi-track disputes involving significant injury; personal injury: claimant and defendant multi-track disputes involving significant injury ,with particular expertise in motorcycle and yacht racing accidents. Marine law: a general marine practice, including yacht surveyors professional negligence, insurance disputes, building/construction disputes and cases where a good understanding of navigation and seamanship is required. Cases of interest: personal injury claims arising out of Herald of Free Enterprise and Piper Alpha; the ‘Holidays from Hell’ cases concerning MV Victoria, a cruise ship which caught fire from which school parties had to be evacuated off the coast of Cyprus; and the Turkish coach crash.
Kevin’s practice covers all aspects of property related advice and litigation – with particular emphasis on commercial and residential landlord and tenant matters – as well as will disputes and contentious probate. He regularly appears in civil courts and the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).
A prominent family practitioner, Lucinda Davis is well known for her conduct of large and complex family law cases, including NAI, child sex abuse and fabricated or induced illness. In particular, Lucinda acted in the much publicised vaccination/MMR litigation concerning the right of a child to be immunised without parental consent, and led for the Local Authority in the Supreme Court in the case of Re W (Children) (Abuse: Oral Evidence) about the approach to be taken by the courts on the issue of children giving evidence in family proceedings.
Marc Living is a chancery practitioner who specialises in employment, insolvency, company and partnership, landlord and tenant, probate and inheritance. He has appeared in a number of reported (or otherwise noteworthy) cases including Sandhu v Farooqui [2004] 1 P&CR 3 (adverse possession and licenses) Millam v Print Factory [2007] IRLR 526 (effect of Tupe on a share sale agreement), and Fowler v Barron [2008] EWCA Civ 377 (constructive trusts), and has been rated as “excellent’ in employment matters by the Legal 500.
Nadia is a specialist Barrister who practises exclusively in Family law. Her practice spans all aspects of Family law, including matrimonial finance, public law child law, private law child law and domestic violence/injunctions. Nadia is a tenacious and diligent advocate who has appeared at Courts up to and including the Court of Appeal, where she was praised for her ‘commendable advocacy’. Nadia is acutely aware of the stressful nature of Court proceedings for the parties. She always endeavours to reassure clients whilst providing them with robust and pragmatic advice. Nadia has a keen interest in all aspects of Family law, and was recently awarded a scholarship by the Family Law Bar Association, which enabled her to attend the 7th World Congress on Family Law and Children’s Rights in Dublin. Nadia is able to accept instructions directly from members of the public via the Public Access scheme.
Niamh’s diverse background stretches across multiple international jurisdictions including the Republic of Ireland, the USA and various countries within the Middle East and Asia. Prior to commencing her practice as a Barrister, Niamh also worked as an in-house legal advisor for an international oil and gas company providing legal advice across multiple jurisdictions. Niamh also worked as a Dispute Specialist Consultant for an international claims’ consultancy whereby she advised on and developed strategies to execute the most efficient and effective dispute resolution proceedings for her clients. Niamh’s practice in Ireland was primarily focused on family law, representing clients in matters such as judicial separation and divorce, including obtaining ancillary financial orders in such proceedings. Niamh has also advised clients in respect of jurisdictional challenges for matrimonial disputes involving parties residing in different countries. Niamh was selected by the Bar Council of Ireland for a secondment to the internationally renowned Innocence Project in Ohio, USA in 2016. The Innocence Project aims to exonerate innocent people and reform the criminal justice system to prevent future injustice. Niamh spent several months supervising a team of law graduates investigating potential wrongful convictions. Niamh was also the winner of the Young Barrister of the Family Lawyers Association of Ireland 2016. Niamh has also practiced in the DIFC Courts in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The DIFC Courts are an independent English language common law judiciary, based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) with jurisdiction governing civil and commercial disputes nationally, regionally and worldwide. Niamh acted as lead and co-counsel in a number of civil disputes before the DIFC Courts in addition to acting as lead counsel in domestic arbitration disputes in the UAE. Niamh was called to the Bar of Ireland, the Bar of England and Wales, and also enjoys rights of audience in the DIFC Courts, UAE. Niamh also attained a specialised qualification in international dispute resolution from Queen Mary University, London.
Oliver is an experienced and highly regard family practitioner who has specialised in financial remedies and private law children cases for over 20 years. He has earned a reputation for detailed preparation, effective advocacy, robust but sensible negotiation and practical, realistic advice. Oliver receives instructions in medium to big money cases. He has extensive experience of cases involving: Businesses Farms Trusts Inherited and other non-matrimonial assets Pre-nuptial agreements Undisclosed and dissipated assets Pensions Applications under Schedule of the Children Act 1989 Applications under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1989 Oliver appears in courts at all levels and in arbitrations. He can advise on and draft pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.Oliver also specialises in high conflict disputes relating to children. He has considerable experience of cases involving: Alienation Applications for leave to remove children from the jurisdiction Domestic violence Abuse Drug and alcohol abuse Rule 16.4 Guardians Recent Cases of Note: C v C: Six day High Court hearing before Mostyn J. representing Isle of Man trust settled by high profile, very high net worth individual, where the wife was alleging that the trust was a sham. T v T: Representing wife of high profile politician. M v M: Case involving a pre-nuptial agreement signed in South Africa.
Peter is an Employment law specialist. Peter deals with all areas of discrimination covering employment claims, education and the provision of services. He is an expert in relation to disability discrimination. He has experience of dealing with stress and depression claims. His recent cases have involved whistle blowing, TUPE, unfair dismissal and sex/age/race/disability discrimination. He was involved in one of the earliest cases on reasonable adjustments under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (Kenny v Hampshire Constabulary (1999) ICR 27) as well as the case of Rowden v Dutton Gregory (a firm) (2002) ICR 971. He acted for a number of local authorities in respect of multiple equal pay claims arising out of the implementation of single status and the consequent regrading exercises. He regularly advises local authorities and fire authorities in relation to strategic as well as individual employment matters. He has appeared in multi-day hearings relating to discrimination, whistle blowing and unfair dismissal over the last couple of years both for Respondents and Claimants. He is presently involved in advising and representing a local authority trading company on TUPE and changes to terms and conditions of employment. In 2017 he successfully represented a local authority in a two-week unfair dismissal claim involving a senior local authority employee. Peter has appeared in the Employment Appeals Tribunal in cases involving a wide range of issues including unfair dismissal, whistleblowing, transfer of undertakings, wages claims, discrimination, part-time worker regulations and breach of contract. Most recently in Patel & Metcalf v Surrey County Council UKEAT/178/16 & UKEAT/179/16. He undertakes both Claimant and Respondent work and his clients include local authorities, fire authorities and national companies. Peter is familiar with drafting contracts of employment and policies/procedures. He advises on disciplinary and grievance investigations. He also provides representation and advice at disciplinary hearings. He drafts and advises on settlement agreements. He advises on public sector and TUPE transfers. He has experience of advising in relation to Equality Impact Assessments and the Public Equality Duty. He has organised and delivered seminars on a wide range of employment law topics within and outside of Chambers to lawyers, managers and HR Professionals. His recent lectures have covered areas such as social media, TUPE Regulations, capability, settlement agreements and unfair dismissal. Peter is an IPSEA trained SEND & disability specialist representing parents and local authorities. Peter has undertaken the Bar Council’s Public Access course and is on the register at the Bar Council as being able to take direct instructions from members of the public. His work as a volunteer at Southampton’s Citizen’s Advice Bureau (where he was Chairman of the Trustee Board) resulted in the introduction of a weekly employment rota at the Bureau.
Richard is a Civil Practitioner carrying out work previously covered by the old probate division (‘Wills, Wives and Wrecks’’) and includes most aspects of chancery work. He is currently undertaking many substantial and noteworthy disputes in the High Court and Court of Appeal. His real property work includes landlord and tenant and housing, with homeless persons appeals being a particular area of expertise. He has acted on many referrals from Shelter. He is able to accept work under the Direct access scheme.
Robert studied Law at Oxford University and The University of Paris, Panthéon-Assas. While at Oxford, he won a number of scholarships and a prize for the best performance in Tort Law. Following this, he undertook a Master’s degree in Comparative Private Law at the University of Edinburgh, where his research essay examined constructive trusts in multiple common law jurisdictions. Robert joined Chambers following the successful completion of his pupillage in February 2020. He accepts instructions in all of Chambers’ civil practice areas and has a particular interest in Contractual Disputes, Probate, Personal Injury and Landlord and Tenant. Robert represents claimants and defendants in fast track and small claims hearings. He has recently appeared in cases involving: fraudulent misrepresentation, breach of contract, credit hire, road traffic accidents, possession proceedings and various applications under the Civil Procedure Rules. Robert has also undertaken drafting and advisory work for clients in practice areas such as Construction Law, Property law, Landlord and Tenant and Commercial Chancery. He regularly drafts statements of case on behalf of claimants and defendants across all of his practice areas. He is able to accept work under the Direct Access Scheme.
Rosein’s practice encompasses all aspects of family law with particular emphasis on complex public law proceedings. As well as acting on behalf of local authorities, parents and children’s guardians in all types of private and public law cases, she regularly acts in financial remedy proceedings and the Court of Protection. Rosein appears in courts of all tiers. Rosein is an experienced and highly regarded member of the Family Team who is known for her thorough preparation and tenacious advocacy as well as her ability to manage difficult or vulnerable clients with a measured and pragmatic approach.
Sarah is a specialist Child Law barrister who deals with complex cases involving allegations of abuse, harm or neglect. Sarah heads Chambers’ Complex Care Cases Team and frequently works in the High Court, both with and against Leading Counsel. Sarah works closely with her instructing solicitors to establish a rapport with her clients and provides comprehensive advice and assistance both pre-action and throughout proceedings. Sarah is consistently recommended in the Legal 500.
Trevor has in excess of 25 years’ experience specialising in Planning and Local Government work and for many years he has practised exclusively in the areas of planning, highways, public rights of way and certain issues relating to town and village green matters. Trevor practises in most aspects of town and country planning and within the field of highway law he has particular interest in matters concerning public rights of way. Trevor is regularly instructed in judicial review proceedings and statutory appeals to the High Court within the areas of his practice. Trevor is a former lecturer in law and has been in practice at the Bar on the south coast since 1991. He has organised and given seminars and provides training on a wide range of planning and highway law topics for local authority officers and members. In addition Trevor regularly delivers papers at various conferences including those provided by Central Law Training.
Victoria’s practice focuses on family financial matters; cohabitation and trusts of land; and proprietary estoppel. She also undertakes Schedule 1 cases, Inheritance Act claims and civil work such as commercial and contractual disputes, easements and other property disputes. She is instructed in High Court, Family Court (sitting both in the County Courts and CFC) and County Court matters. She also represents parties in private FDRs, mediations and arbitrations. She is qualified and authorised to accept public access instructions. Victoria is highly numerate with a number of financial qualifications, an MBA and additional experience as an adviser and investment manager in private equity / venture capital. Victoria is an effective advocate and negotiator. She has a proven ability to resolve matters at the earliest opportunity if possible. Pragmatic but never intimidated, clients appreciate her persuasive and assertive advocacy when matters cannot be resolved more amicably. They also value her support and determination to achieve the best possible result for them.
Wendy has a long established, well deserved, reputation in the specialist area of family finance whether upon divorce or dissolution of civil partnerships, or under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989. She is frequently instructed in complex cases involving high net worth assets, businesses, pensions and inherited wealth. She has a strong business sense and understands the commercial realities faced by clients. Her approach is pragmatic and practical. She prides herself upon her grasp of the detail in the case. She has good working relationships with solicitors and her clients who value her “no nonsense” attitude and meticulous preparation.
Zosia has a busy family law practice, specialising in children (public and private law). She is a committed advocate, who combines tenacity in court with attention to detail in her case preparation. She is known for her calm manner and ability to deal with clients in volatile circumstances. Her main areas of work are: Children (public law) Children (private law) Domestic violence and injunctions Zosia studied Modern Languages (French and German) at Brasenose College, Oxford and graduated in 2002 in Modern Languages (French and German), with distinction in colloquial French, before converting to law the following year at City University. She completed the Bar Vocational Course in 2004. She was awarded a scholarship by Lincoln’s Inn for both her GDL, BVC and Pupillage years. She has undertaken the Public Access training and is able to take direct instructions from members of the public. She is experienced in dealing directly with clients and guiding them through the court process.