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Private Children Law

Private Children Law

Expertise across complex matters

Expertise across complex matters

Chambers is widely recognised for its strength in child law, with specialist barristers offering extensive expertise across all areas of private law proceedings. Members are regularly instructed in complex and sensitive matters, including those involving international elements, allegations of sexual, physical and/or emotional harm, and all types of disputes between separated parents.

Our barristers combine technical excellence with a measured and pragmatic approach. We are experienced in handling cases involving (but not limited to):

  • Relocation

  • Jurisdictional issues

  • Fact Find hearings

  • Domestic Abuse

  • Forced Marriage

  • Contact disputes; and

  • Urgent applications.

Expert representation, tailored to every case

Expert representation, tailored to every case

Chambers will routinely be instructed on matters requiring careful management of vulnerable parties and offers depth and breadth of expertise across all levels of seniority, enabling us to provide representation tailored to the specific needs of each case. Our members are known for their clear, persuasive, and effective advocacy in courts at all levels of the family courts. Where appropriate, we are equally committed to resolving disputes constructively through negotiation and alternative dispute resolution.

In addition to our legal expertise, Chambers places particular emphasis on approachability and client care. We strive to foster strong and collaborative relationships with instructing solicitors and clients, ensuring that advice is delivered in a clear, accessible, and supportive manner. We understand that disputes concerning children are often emotionally demanding, and we are committed to guiding clients through the process with sensitivity, professionalism, and reassurance whilst navigating the applicable legal framework.

Chambers is dedicated to maintaining the highest professional standards. Through continued development and a collegiate working environment, our members remain at the forefront of family law practice, delivering a service that is both authoritative and personable.

Various members of chambers will routinely and regularly provide updates on key aspects of the law, and with specific expertise.

Recent Seminars

Recent Seminars

Monica Nayyar and Shazia Haider-Shah were involved in a podcast on Parental Alienation; a nuanced but emerging area of law. Link to the podcast is below.

Contact us

For further information or to enquire about one of our barristers please contact the clerks on clerks@3djb.co.uk or on 0207 353 4854.

Our private children law team

Lisa Peacock

Lisa Peacock

Call 1992
Richard Budworth
Ayesha Hasan

Ayesha Hasan

Call 1987
Judith Maxwell

Judith Maxwell

Call 1988
Norman Moss

Norman Moss

Call 1990
Catherine Le Quesne
Sandra Fisher

Sandra Fisher

Call 1993
Katie Williams-Howes
Jessica Redford

Jessica Redford

Call 1994
Judith Mayhew

Judith Mayhew

Call 2000
Neil Kerr

Neil Kerr

Call 2001
Catherine Piskolti
Emily Beer

Emily Beer

Call 2004
Monica Nayyar

Monica Nayyar

Call 2004
Briony Palmer

Briony Palmer

Call 2009
Amy Stout

Amy Stout

Call 2013
Ruth Hitschmann

Ruth Hitschmann

Call 2014 (Solicitor 2006)
Anushka Kangesu

Anushka Kangesu

Call 2014
Katherine Gittins
Laura Wakeford

Laura Wakeford

Call 2016
Haroon Rana

Haroon Rana

Call 2018 (Solicitor 2007)
Elizabeth Wark

Elizabeth Wark

Call 2018
Joanne Boyle

Joanne Boyle

Call 2019
Laurence Cooper

Laurence Cooper

Call 2021
Shazia Haider-Shah

Shazia Haider-Shah

Call 2021 (Solicitor 1996)
Georgia Fineberg
Indira Varma

Indira Varma

Call 2023
Tara Dunne

Tara Dunne

Call 2021
Leo Graves

Leo Graves

Call 2021
Jade Lee

Jade Lee

Call 2024