An interesting and important read in relation ill health and lack of return to work support. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/62bec86c8fa8f519b5f1b7a2/Hanson_Quarry_Products_Europe_Limited_of_Hanson_House_v_Mr_Peter_Luck__2022__EAT_98.pdf [...]
In a judgement published on 15 June 2022, the Supreme Court determined key issues regarding the making of Care Orders in H-W (Children); H-W (Children) (No 2) [2022] UKSC 17 (Re H-W). The full judgment is available here: https://www.supremecourt.uk/cases/docs/uksc-2021-0196-judgment.pdf This [...]
The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) launched a ballot of its members in May 2022 on taking strike action. This ballot saw over 40,000 Network Rail workers and 15 train operating companies ballot for strike action. [...]
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional. The ECB Safeguarding Panel is convened under the ECB Safeguarding [...]
In the year since Re H-N (seminal case regarding PD12J, domestic abuse and fact-finding hearings), there have been a series of decisions in the higher courts which have helped to shape and define the original decision. In more recent times, [...]
Magdalen Chambers is pleased to announce that Rupert Chapman and Russell James have been appointed as new Joint Heads of Chambers with effect from 1 June 2022. This follows the retirement of Nigel Moore who has been Joint Head of [...]
Members and clerks of chambers are delighted to welcome Emma as a tenant of chambers. Emma is a dedicated and driven family barrister specialising in public and private children law disputes. She regularly appears in person and online in courts [...]
The need for free legal advice centres has grown in the past few years. The effects of Covid-19 has dramatically increased the need for advice, resulting in more of the population falling into poverty. The organisations we support: Prevent families [...]
Summary On 1 April 2022, the Court of Appeal (Civil Division) handed down its judgment in Biden v Waverley Borough Council [2022] EWCA Civ 442. Macur LJ dismissed the appeal and upheld the review decision, with which Coulson, LJ and [...]
We are pleased to announce that Tanya has commenced her second six period within her pupillage specialising in the area of Civil Law. During her first-six, she has shadowed members of the civil team in housing, property litigation, contract, commercial, [...]
We are pleased to announce that Ella has commenced her second six period within her pupillage specialising in the area of family Law. During her first-six, she has had the benefit of shadowing most members of the family team in [...]
The President has given guidance as to the impact of breaches of the AAR 2005 on placement and adoption orders, and any potential routes to challenge such orders when breaches have occurred. Background: In May 2021 it was identified that [...]
Postponed from April 2020, we are delighted to announce our conference at Mercure Southgate Hotel, Exeter. This full day event will be in person with the option of virtual attendance. We have our highly experienced members of the family team [...]
The President has handed down his eagerly awaited judgment at the conclusion of the Somerset County Council Adoption Agency Regulations breaches litigation. Following procedural breaches relating to the proper preparation of child permanency reports coming to the attention of the [...]
Informal loans are a regular part of Financial Remedy proceedings. It is extremely common to read a party’s Form E and see substantial loans from friends or family towards legal fees or family expenses including the family home or business. [...]
Postponed from April 2020, we are delighted to announce our conference at Mercure Southgate Hotel, Exeter. This full day event will be in person with the option of virtual attendance. We have our highly experienced members of the family team [...]
Gavin Collett is well regarded for his expertise in planning law, with particular specialist knowledge in highways and rights of way. He acts for local authorities, as well as developers and private individuals. He is the head of the administrative [...]
Somerset County Council v NHS Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group & Anor [2021] EWHC 3004: Elizabeth Willsteed appeared as part of the team representing the Guardians for the 10 children in this decision concerning the legality of placement orders made on [...]
If you are a member of the Bar seeking to leave the city hustle and bustle aside and relocate to practice in the scenic South West, we want to hear from you! Magdalen Chambers is one of the largest sets [...]
Members and Clerks wish you are a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We wish you a very prosperous 2022! 23rd Dec – 8.30am -5.30pm 24th Dec – Closed 25th Dec – Closed 26th Dec – Closed 27th Dec [...]
Members are delighted to welcome Ella White and Tanya Jones who both commence their 12 month pupillage with Chambers. Ella White is to undertake a specialist Family Law pupillage under the supervision or Elizabeth Willsteed and Tanya Jones will undertake [...]
We are delighted to welcome Ella White and Tanya Jones as they start their pupillage with chambers this month. Ella will undertake a specialist Family pupillage under the supervision of Elizabeth Willsteed and Tanya will undertake a specialist Civil pupillage [...]
Sarah EvansHighly experienced children law barrister with particular expertise in complex children disputes. She is a children's arbitrator and sits as a deputy district judge.Strengths: "She is very good with clients. She can also adjust her style to suit the [...]
Carol MashemboExperienced family barrister with strong experience in high-value financial relief proceedings arising from divorce and often involving businesses, shared property and non-matrimonial assets. She has additional expertise in private children matters.Strengths: "She is realistic in her advice and tough in [...]
Rupert ChapmanRecognised for his expert handling of cases involving complex matrimonial finance disputes and private law children matters. Many of his cases straddle multiple jurisdictions around the world.Strengths: "His advice is clear and he makes a difficult subject easy for the client to understand in [...]
Elizabeth WillsteedBest known for her adept handling of serious child protection cases and ability to handle highly complex cases concerning allegations of emotional and physical abuse. Fabricated or induced illness cases are another area of expertise.Strengths: "She has the whole package [...]
Christopher NaishMaintains a broad practice, acting for parents and local authorities on private and public children law matters, as well as being able to handle complex financial remedy cases. He advises on cases with allegations of fabricated or induced illness [...]
Susan Campbell QCHas extensive expertise in public and private children matters. She is particularly well regarded for her experience on cases involving injuries to children. She handles significant issues related to neglect, sexual abuse and emotional harm."She is very approachable [...]
Magdalen Chambers is a highly rated set with experienced money and children practitioners. Barristers here are often instructed in complex financial disputes concerning businesses, shared property and non-matrimonial assets, including matters with cross-jurisdictional aspects. The client roster ranges from high [...]
"Thanks again for your quality of service... the guidance you gave on the relevant legal issue was a game changer. The case summary and how you delivered it was so compelling, it just didn’t leave the judge any room for confusion”. [...]
We would be delighted to welcome you to join us for a very informative day with our guests Francis Clark LLP & Drew Pearce. We will be exploring Financial Remedies following Brexit and Covid 19. Please follow the link for [...]
Full day seminar Tuesday 9th November 2021 Joining members of our Finance Team are guest speakers. Southgate Mercure Hotel, Southernhay, Exeter. Program and booking details with be available shortly -- register interest by emailing events@magdalenchambers.co.uk [...]
Members of chambers are delighted to congratulate Natasha on her continued success of being ranked by the Legal 500 - Tier 2 Property and Construction - ‘ Natasha combines clarity of thought and expression with determination. She is highly intelligent, [...]
Members of chambers are delighted to congratulate Russell for his further success being ranked by the Legal 500 - Tier 2 Property and Construction - ‘ Russell practices with exceptional attention to detail. He is extremely professional and knowledgeable, and [...]
Members of Chambers are delighted to congratulate Elizabeth on her ranking by the Legal 500 for a successive year - Tier 4 Child Law (Public and Private) - ‘ She is a confident and articulate advocate. Her cross-examination is always [...]
Members of Chambers are delighted to congratulate Carol on her ranking by the Legal 500 for yet another year - Tier 2 Child Law (Public and Private) & Divorce and financial Remedy - ‘ Carol is a very knowledgeable, skilled [...]