Barry McAlinden
Field Court Chambers ‘His cross-examination is laser-focused and formidable.’
The 'good set' Field Court Chambers houses a team of 'skilled and personable advocates', with a solid track record in representing intervenors, local authorities, children's guardians and parents in a broad spectrum of public and private child law matters. Key members of the group include Barry McAlinden, who stands out for his expertise in advising on complex cases involving allegations of serious physical and sexual abuse and parental alienation, often before the High Court.
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Testimonials
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- 'The clerks are friendly, competent and very helpful.'
- 'The clerks are lovely, polite, friendly and always ready to assist.'
- 'The clerks are helpful and do their best to accommodate urgent and last-minute hearings.'
- 'The clerks provide friendly and efficient help.'
- 'Field Court Chambers is a good set.'
- 'Field Court Chambers is an experienced set that offers a good service.'
- 'Field Court Chambers offers a wide range of competent counsel.'
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Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Savannah Laurent
Field Court Chambers ‘Savannah thoroughly prepares for difficult cases and is on top of the papers. She is a very calm advocate.’
Martina van der Leij
Field Court Chambers ‘Martina is fantastic. She handles difficult clients brilliantly and always fights her hardest to get a good result for the client.’
Rising stars
Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.
