Rebecca Davies will argue against the motion 'The Law Commission is right – our Financial Remedy law is outmoded and needs fundamental change’ at Family Law Week’s financial remedy: practice & procedure conference on Tuesday 11 March.
Harrison Engler acted for the mother in proceedings where the court applied section 1(3)(f) Children Act 1989 in an unusual way. The mother and all the children had additional needs, including a genetic learning disability. The mother had made allegations of abuse against the children’s father. The court made a child arrangements order in the mother’s favour and directed no contact occur between the children and their father.
Aristide acted pro bono for a mother who successfully resisted an application by her abusive ex-husband to spend time with their vulnerable child with additional health needs. The case was referred to Aristide by Advocate.
Nikolas Clarke acted for a sixth form college in an inquest into the death of a student who took his own life. The coroner made no causative findings against the school. He found Article 2 was not engaged as broad systems were in place.
Tony Harrop-Griffiths represented the local authority in an appeal before the Vice President of the Court of Protection against a decision that CT, a 55-year-old man, lacked capacity to make decisions about residence and care.
The local authority was supporting the appeal which was brought by Official Solicitor. Mental health charity Mind was an intervenor in the proceedings.
We are pleased that Action for Children continues to be our chosen charity to support in 2025. Action for Children protects and supports children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support, ensuring their voices are heard, and campaigning to bring lasting improvements to their lives.
Rebecca Davies acted pro bono for a mother who wished to have contact with her son after her release from prison. The case was referred to Rebecca by Not Beyond Redemption.
Christine Cooper has been appointed a nominated judge of the Court of Protection. From this week, Christine will sit as a tier 1 judge hearing district judge level cases.
Applications to start pupillage with us in September 2026 are open. We are offering 12- month pupillage to up to 2 successful candidates. Successful applicants will be contacted late March/April 2025 with a date and time for interview.
Joshua Swirsky is leaving chambers following his appointment as a full-time circuit judge. He takes up his role this month and will sit at Lewes Crown Court. Joshua was called to the Bar in 1987 and joined Field Court Chambers in 1988.