• A market leader in top-level financial cases on divorce
• One of only 3 "star individuals" in Chambers and Partners 2018 for matrimonial finance
• Habitually instructed by magic circle firms
• Specialist in financial work for 20 years
• Regularly appears in high-profile cases

• Financial Remedies
• Jurisdiction disputes
• Schedule 1 claims
• Pre & post nuptial agreements
• Inheritance claims    

"Incredibly supportive of his clients and thorough in his preparation at all times."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"He is an excellent advocate: polished, calm, measured, and always has the ear of the judge." 

Legal 500

"A tenacious, hard-working practitioner."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"A tough negotiator and a gifted communicator. Clients have complete confidence in her."

Legal 500

"He's pragmatic, excellent at cross-examination and someone who knows how to lead a case."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"One of the top financial silks at the money Bar. He is the complete package: outstanding judgement; first class advocacy skills; a powerful, authoritative court presence; and a great bedside manner with clients."

Legal 500

Richard enjoys the unique distinction of having twice been made Chambers and Partners’ Family Law Silk of the Year. He won this in 2010 / 11 and again in 2013 / 14. He is also the only specialist matrimonial Silk, still in practice, to have been nominated for The Lawyer’s overall barrister of the year.

"A thoughtful, calm advocate who performs well in the High Court. An incredibly bright, charming barrister who gives good advice on property-related issues in family cases."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

Kate’s particular area of expertise is complex, high value financial cases, often with international, corporate and/or trust elements.  She also undertakes private law children disputes, in particular applications for permission to remove children permanently from the jurisdiction.

We are delighted to announce Stephen Trowell QC's appointment as a Deputy Judge of the High Court, effective from 1st October 2021.

"Thorough, quick to respond and adaptable, working all hours if necessary."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"He's a good details person and brings this cerebral, intellectual approach to his advocacy."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"A silk who combines strong forensic skills with the ability to argue any point from any angle. He has the ear of the judge."

Legal 500

"He is well prepared, easy to deal with and incredibly knowledgeable. A thoughtful advocate who's good at untangling knotty problems."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"He's hugely knowledgeable and quick on his feet."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"Nicholas is calmness personified. He is strategically excellent, and can explain complex legal concepts to lay clients in a clear and effective way."

Legal 500

"He's all over the detail of cases and has a real recognition of how those details interplay with strategies."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"He has a brilliant ability to present the most difficult arguments in an effective, eloquent and persuasive way."

Legal 500

On 16 January 2020, Her Majesty the Queen announced the appointment of Rebecca Carew Pole to the rank of Queen’s Counsel. A link to the Ministry of Justice press release can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/lord-chancellor-welcomes-new-queen-s-counsel

On Monday 16th March 2020 Rebecca will formally be appointed QC at a ceremony presided over by the Lord Chancellor.

"She is able to strike up an instant rapport with clients, who do not doubt for a moment that she will fight their corner to the end."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"She is a determined advocate, who reads everything and misses nothing."

Legal 500

Nicholas has practised as a family law barrister for over 30 years. He is experienced in every type of case.

"He's well prepared, helpful, measured and someone who pays good attention to detail."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

Gavin Smith has over 27 years’ experience as a specialist family law barrister, dealing with all types of financial remedy proceedings following relationship breakdown.

Christopher’s practice consists mainly of complex financial claims, involving companies, farms, offshore trusts, and conflicts of law.

“A brilliant junior who is always on top of her game. Has expert legal knowledge and a genuine interest in the client.”

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"She has an incredible grasp on complex facts, and her written work is flawless."

Legal 500

"Rebecca is approachable and puts in the preparation to ensure she knows the case inside-out. She is a force to be reckoned with around the negotiation table."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

‘An outstandingly bright junior.’

Legal 500

"Eleanor Harris is calm with clients and offers clear advice. She looks at the bigger picture but will also do everything possible to achieve good outcomes."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"A strong advocate who is robust and meticulous in his approach."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"She is knowledgeable, hard-working, patient with clients and focused. Rachel puts her argument forward concisely and coherently in court, and she is always available and responsive."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"Calm and clear in his approach, and someone with a brain the size of a planet."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"She's user-friendly, thorough and bright."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"A junior who presents cases in a succinct, compelling manner and works magic with judges. She is firm but supportive with clients and gets to the key issues of a case. A fantastic advocate."

Legal 500

"A superstar who is a good strategic thinker and whose opinion is respected."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"A stalwart senior junior who is respected by the judiciary."

Legal 500

"Compassionate, calm, concise and a man with an incisive mind."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"He is a charming and intelligent barrister, brilliant at cross-examination, and is great with both the details and the bigger picture."

Legal 500

Katherine is ranked as a leading barrister by the legal directories.  Her practice covers all areas of private family law, with a focus on complex financial remedy work.

"Well prepared and tenacious, she is compassionate and understanding of everyone's circumstances in the case." "She's thoughtful, measured and analytical."

Chambers & Partners 2022

"Has a good eye for detail and presents relevant arguments in a methodical, persuasive style."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"Extremely hardworking, super thorough, sensible and excellent with clients, because his dedication is clear to them, and to the solicitors who instruct him."

Legal 500

"Has the ability to handle a huge volume of information, distil it down and get to the crux of the matter. She handles difficult opponents well and instils confidence in clients."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

"Kyra has a very sharp mind and is completely unflappable, which reassures her clients."

Legal 500

"Gives clear, confident advice to clients and makes them feel at ease. She has the ability to think on her feet."

Chambers and Partners, 2022

“He is tenacious, extremely personable and has an excellent rapport with clients, who appreciate his determination to do the best for them.”

"Excellent at putting clients at ease and giving them confidence. He also comes up with creative solutions."

"Joshua Viney is a real, spirited fighter for the client's cause. He is massively conscientious, down on the detail, and will fight any fight for you."

"He offers solid advice outside of court, and is clear, pragmatic, direct and knowledgeable."

“Tom is utterly brilliant for his level. His notes are fabulous, he has superb client skills, he is hard working, and you can send him on a case where you know you’ve got a fierce opponent – even though he’s young you just know he’ll be fine.”

Chambers and Partners 2020

Ben has a broad family practice and accepts instructions to appear in all stages of financial remedy proceedings and private law children matters.

James has been described by Chambers & Partners as a “smooth advocate” with “notable experience in complex financial remedy cases”.

Junior

Sir Mathew Thorpe has returned as an Associate Member to our Chambers, from which (in its previous form) he practised as Mathew Thorpe QC before his appointment to the Family Division in 1988.

On his retirement from the Circuit Bench, Michael Horowitz has returned as an Associate Member of the Chambers in which he practiced as a Junior from 1972 and as a QC from 1990 until his appointment as a Judge in 2004. Michael is now available through Chambers to accept instructions to conduct private Financial Dispute Resolution meetings alongside financial disputes proceedings in English family Courts as well early neutral evaluation.

Bruce was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1989 and was Head of Chambers at 1, Hare Court for 10 years between 1997 and 2007.  He has specialised in family law, in particular heavy financial remedy cases, for over 40 years, during which he has appeared in numerous leading and complex cases, many of them reported.  He also conducts private FDRs and arbitrations.

Senior Clerk

As senior clerk, Steve has overall responsibility for the strategic management, development and marketing of all members of chambers. In addition to the day to day clerking duties, he also provides clients with advice on suitable counsel with regard to seniority, suitability and fees at all levels.

First Junior Clerk

Together with his colleagues, he is responsible for the management and development of the Barristers practices. He has the day to day overall responsibility for negotiating and billing the Barristers work, assigning cases and diary management, as well as assisting with other aspects of Chambers Management.

First Junior Clerk

Dan joined Chambers in 1998 and, along with his colleagues, is responsible for the management and development of members’ practices.

Second Junior Clerk

Junior Clerk

Max joined Chambers in 2015, having previously worked in a Criminal Chambers.

Junior Clerk

Junior Clerk

Chambers Administrator

Sarah came to Hare Court in 2005 following 5 years with Bridewell Chambers. Sarah deals with all aspects of chambers’ finance, marketing and facilities and has become an integral member of staff, ensuring the smooth running of chambers.

Receptionist