Ecclesiastical Law

Mark Hill KC is an acknowledged leader in the field, who has an exceptional reputation as an advocate, chancellor and scholar. He is Chancellor of the Diocese of Chichester, the Diocese of Leeds, and the Diocese of Gibraltar in Europe. He routinely appears in both the civil and consistory courts on a wide array of matters.

Mark Hill KC is really knowledgeable; when he spoke, the court just listened. He really shines in this practice area - he is very sensible, has great insights and is a go-to in this very niche field.

He is very good. I rate him highly. He is the preeminent barrister for this practice area.

Cain Ormondroyd is a respected practitioner who approaches ecclesiastical cases within the context of a wider public and planning practice. He is Chancellor of the Diocese of Winchester and is also regularly instructed as an advocate in the consistory courts. He appears primarily on behalf of petitioners.

Cain Ormondroyd is one of the best.

Gregory Jones KC is Deputy Chancellor of the Dioceses of Truro and Exeter and is an expert on a number of areas of ecclesiastical law including those concerning clergy discipline, church reorganisation and the disposal of church assets.

I have always been impressed by Greg's all-round ability.

Philip Petchey is a highly respected ecclesiastical lawyer who is Chancellor of the Diocese of Southwark and Secretary of the Ecclesiastical Judges' Association. He has a particular depth of expertise in ecclesiastical matters concerning alterations to churches and clergy discipline.

Philip Petchey is very good.