Christopher Miller
Fourteen ‘Christopher is a class act in difficult cases. He thoroughly prepares and thoughtfully considers his approach to emotionally fraught and difficult cases.’
Fourteen‘s team of ’excellent family and child law barristers‘ has particular expertise in advising on cases involving allegations of serious injuries, and is well versed in representing local authorities in child law matters. The ’hardworking and intelligent‘ Christopher Miller ’provides clear and effective advice‘. In October 2023 Ronan O’Donovan was appointed as a Circuit Judge.
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- 'The clerks are all great, helpful and efficient. Ben Brotherton stands out.'
- 'Joe Lamb, Dan Lee and Tyler Woodyatt-Butwell are all amazing due to their communication and approachability.'
- 'The clerks' room is excellent, particularly Joe Lamb, Dan Lee and Tyler Woodyatt-Butwell.'
- 'Fourteen is a great set with a strong choice of barristers.'
- 'Fourteen is a go-to set and always has a barrister available who is suitable for the case, straightforward or complex.'
- 'Fourteen offers experienced and highly competent barristers.'
- 'Fourteen offers a good service as a leading set in family law in London.'
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Grace Garrett-Sadler
Fourteen 'Grace puts the clients at ease immediately and can reassure them within minutes that she understands their case and is on their side.'
Seema Kansal
Fourteen ‘Seema is incredibly rigorous in her preparation for cases. She is forthright in her advice, and has an excellent manner with clients, who trust her.'
David Sharp
Fourteen ‘David has good analytical skills. He communicates very well with vulnerable clients, and can quickly get to the main issues in a case.’
Mandy Short
Fourteen ‘Mandy is committed to client care of the highest standard. She has a pragmatic yet sensitive approach.'