A leading family QC with expertise in all aspects of matrimonial finance and international, private law children work. Regularly instructed in international family disputes, leave to remove/child abduction/ cases involving Brussels I and II, the Maintenance Regulation and international treaties and has provided expert opinions in foreign divorce matters. Has a reputation for dealing with the most complex cases involving financial disputes and trusts, also cases arising out of same sex/alternative families disputes. As one of the few recognised leading family barristers in both matrimonial finance and children work, Charles is often instructed to represent clients in all issues arising out of their separation. Also qualified to receive instructions directly from overseas lawyers. A member of the FLBA and regularly lectures. Was an elected member of the Bar Council of England and Wales for 10 years. Winner of, Family Law Junior Barrister of the Year 2012, Jordans. Shortlisted Family QC of the Year 2019, Legal 500. Writes and lectures on family justice and family law. Authour of four chapters of the leading English Family Law text, Rayden and Jackson on Relationship Breakdown, Finances and Children.
