Has a strong matrimonial finance and Schedule 1 practice representing clients of mid to high net worth. She has particular expertise in child maintenance matters, both international and domestic. She has extensive experience in Child Support Appeal Tribunal work, at First Tier, Upper Tier and Court of Appeal levels.
In addition to her renowned family advocacy, she is a private FDR judge and ILFA qualified arbitrator. As a member of 1 Hare Court’s Dispute Resolution Group, she raises awareness of alternatives to court for resolution in family disputes.
Strengths:
Chambers and Partners 2026, Band 1, Family/Matrimonial: Non-Court Dispute Resolution and Band 3, Family: Matrimonial Finance:
“Rachel Spicer is a very experienced, likeable and super-clever barrister. She is unfazed by the most difficult of cases and is an enormously safe pair of hands.”
“Rachel Spicer has really good judgement and is great at gently coaxing out a satisfactory outcome.”
“When it comes to technical issues, she is the queen.”
Legal 500 2026, Tier 3, Family: Private FDR Judges & Arbitrators and Tier 4, Family: Divorce and Financial Remedy.
Top Recommended 2026 in the Family Law Barristers category of the Spear’s 500 directory
Rachel is a highly experienced specialist in complex matrimonial finance and Schedule 1 claims. She has a particular interest in child maintenance matters and child support law. She has advised and lectured extensively on these topics and is one of a small number of counsel who regularly provide representation within Child Support Appeals, including at Upper Tier and Court of Appeal level. Rachel also frequently prepares and advises on nuptial agreements.
She is a strong advocate and a tenacious, pragmatic negotiator. She has a very good eye for detail and excellent client care skills. She was described in Chambers & Partners UK Bar Guide 2024 as “knowledgeable and very effective” and as “a polished advocate with a very amenable client manner”.
Rachel will accept instructions on a direct access basis in suitable cases.
