Direct Access Barrister
A personal approach…
I am a barrister specialising in all areas of private family law, including complex financial and children disputes. I also have a background and interest in related areas of conflict, such as contested inheritance and estate matters.
I have worked in the family and estate law field for over a decade and am now based in London and work out of a leading family law chambers in the heart of the city.
Prior to coming to the UK, I worked as a family lawyer in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia. I am admitted to practice as a cross-qualified lawyer in both Australia and England & Wales.
My approach to family disputes combines legal expertise and strategy, care and compassion and - above all - straightforward advice. My drive is to deliver creative solutions while carefully managing the emotional impact on my clients.
Contact Me
New Court Chambers
Temple, London
EC4Y 9BE
clerks@newcourtchambers.com
+44 20 3582 7123
Areas of Practice
Children (Private)
When parents separate, disputes over children can centre on a range of issues, from a child’s living and contact arrangements, education, religious upbringing, medical treatment and financial provision to international relocation and declarations of parentage.
I am also well positioned to advise on the best options for your children’s particular circumstances. Every family is unique: each requires a bespoke approach to ensure that the children’s best interests are promoted, their well-being is considered and their various needs are met.
Finances & Property
Negotiating a financial settlement is rarely straightforward: litigating a case almost never is. I take a straightforward, realistic and commercial approach to financial and property issues.
My approach is tailored to each individual case. I deliver commercial, objective and practical advice to enable you to make the right decision. Clients benefit from my approachability, understanding and realistic perspective.
International Family Law
The U.K., and London, in particular, plays host to many families with overseas connections, where additional legal and practical considerations need careful (and early) consideration.
My international experience includes cases representing clients in family law jurisdiction / forum disputes, cases with cross-border and foreign asset disclosure and enforcement issues, international relocation and child movement / abduction cases and public children cases with an international dimension, including international adoption.
What is Direct Access?
The Direct Access (also known as ‘Public Access’) scheme allows members of the public to instruct (hire) barristers directly without first instructing a solicitor or other lawyer.
I have undertaken specialist training to allow me to take on a Direct Access clients. Please see my essential Q&As on Direct Access below:
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