Family/Matrimonial

Claire Williams is a respected junior frequently instructed by local authorities in a range of serious physical and sexual abuse cases. She also represents parents, guardians and interveners, and her experience has been further cemented by undertaking cases in the High Court and the Court of Appeal. She has in-depth knowledge of Hague Convention matters.

"Claire always offers an excellent level of representation and advocacy. She is very well prepared and will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes we can."

"Claire is a very experienced advocate and popular with clients."

James Tillyard KC is a highly respected family practitioner with an exceptional reputation in financial matters. He is frequently instructed to act in challenging care cases. Tillyard regularly undertakes high-value work with complex asset issues, including international elements.

"James is approachable and always available for a chat about a case. He goes the extra mile and will assist on a pro bono basis when needed. He is very knowledgeable on the medical aspects of a case."

Rhian Jones specialises in Children Act cases, particularly public law proceedings involving domestic abuse, sexual abuse and severe non-accidental injuries. She also handles private children work and has significant appellate experience. She is experienced in handling allegations of historic as well as recent crimes.

"Rhian's ability to explain matters to a client is highly regarded and her drafting is exceptional."

Rhys Evans is an expert in public children law matters and is frequently instructed by local authorities and guardians. His work has included highly complex cases involving injuries and illnesses.

"Rhys is always the first choice for the most serious and complex family cases and is known for his robust advocacy and meticulous preparation."

Catherine Heyworth KC has a breadth of experience in complex injury cases and undertakes a range of care work, including serious physical and sexual abuse matters. She has notable expertise in cases involving complicated head injuries, and her recent work has also included grooming cases.

"Catherine Hepworth's approach is empathetic but tough when she needs to be. Her advocacy is incomparable."

Catrin John is highly regarded in the public law children field and she specialises in representing local authorities and guardians in heavyweight sexual and physical abuse matters.

"Catrin always offers an excellent level of representation and advocacy."

Colin Douglas handles public and private law cases involving children, with a particular emphasis on care matters. He has extensive experience of representing vulnerable clients in cases of serious physical, sexual and emotional abuse.

"Colin is very thorough and clients and fellow advocates find him very approachable."

Jane Crowley KC continues to be a leading individual for cases involving serious physical abuse to children, particularly those that require a strong grasp of complex medical evidence. Her private law practice includes a focus on forced marriage and child relocation matters. She also handles cases involving radicalisation, vulnerable witnesses and mental health issues.

"Jane is extremely able and a really charming advocate."

Katy Morgan is an experienced family law specialist who handles matters relating to care proceedings. She is also instructed in serious physical and sexual abuse cases.

"Katy always offers an excellent level of representation and advocacy. She is very well prepared and will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes we can."

Nathan Jones has significant experience in public law children cases. He regularly deals with cases of neglect, sexual abuse and non-accidental injury. He is additionally able to act in TOLATA cases.

"Nathan has been involved in a number of my complex cases and is a silk in the making. He has a strong set of advocacy skills, is razor sharp in his preparation and leaves no stone unturned."

"Nathan provides the highest level of client care and his attention to detail is second to none. He is a very eloquent advocate and his preparation is exceptional."

Rebecca Harrington undertakes the full range of family finance work, including ancillary relief and enforcement cases, often involving owner-run companies and foreign assets. She is noted for her knowledge of matters involving third-party interveners.

"Rebecca is excellent. She inspires confidence at every step but has a very calm and sensible approach and communicates well with clients."

"Rebecca has a particularly forensic mind and is excellent with clients. She is very thorough in her preparation and has a real ability to get to the core of a case."