Abigail Lenart Called to the Bar 2015 Prior to acquiring Pupillage, Abigail was a County Court Advocate and undertook around 2000 hearings in courts across the country which gave her a great appreciation for working with both lay clients and instructing solicitors. FAMILY Abigail has undertaken a breadth of family work, including private children law matters from FHDRA stage through to Final Hearings. She frequently provides advice and representation in cases where domestic abuse is alleged, and is confident in advising on the merits of either pursuing or defending such allegations. In cases where findings of domestic abuse have been pursued, Abigail has successfully obtained findings in relation to physical, psychological and sexual abuse, along with findings of coercive and controlling behaviour. Abigail is happy to accept last minute instructions for applications for non-molestation orders, occupation orders, secure accommodation and DoLs orders. Abigail attends public law children matters, representing parents, local authorities and guardians regularly. This encompasses preliminary hearing stages through to Final Hearings, including any urgent applications, case management hearings and finding of fact hearings. She has successfully represented Local Authorities where findings have been sought in respect of non-accidental injuries to children. Abigail’s practice includes contested final hearings, interim removals, cases involving allegations of sexual abuse, neglect, issues in respect of designation and cases of adoption. Abigail is described by clients as having outstanding 'people' skills. She is friendly and sympathetic to clients whilst being tenacious in court. Outside of work, Abigail holds women's meditation and empowerment circles to encourage others to find their voice and feel confident. She also partakes in weightlifting, strength training and yoga. memberships/awards Vulnerable Witness Training Grays Inn Family Law Bar Association Member Mediator

Jack Bickerton Called to the Bar 2023 Jack is a family law practitioner and prior to joining Charterhouse sat as a Family magistrate in the north-west. He is a qualified mediator and has had work published regarding both the involvement of the family court where radicalisation of children is involved, and whether preventive detention should be used as a counterterrorism mechanism against suspected terrorists. Jack was recently shortlisted at the Greater Manchester Pro Bono Awards for Barrister of the Year On the Bar Training Course Jack was awarded the top mark in the country for submission advocacy. FAMILY Jack undertakes all matters pertaining to children, and financial remedy. Jack accepts instructions in all private and public law children matters. He has a particular interest in Court of Protection matters, his experience includes care and (education) treatment reviews for autistic people/people with a learning disability, including children; Jack is an accredited Oliver McGowan trainer (Autism) and delivers co-developed bespoke training on the principles of the MCA 2005 and human rights, often for staff such as carers. Jack acts in financial remedy cases and is happy to represent clients who have qualified for legal aid. jack has been described by clients as human and personable, well-prepared, approachable, pro-active. memberships/awards Family Law Bar Association Member

commercial barristers Daniel Wood Called to the Bar 2000 Chris Howells Called to the Bar 1999 Sallyann Vipond Called to the Bar 2005 Dr Julian Sidoli Called to the Bar 2005 Louise Boothroyd Called to the Bar 2009 Jemma-Louise Bertie Called to the Bar 2015 Rebecca Taggart Called to the Bar 2016 Caitlin Farr Called to the Bar 2018 Robyn Lalic Called to the Bar 2021 Rachel Clarkson Called to the Bar 2021 Emily Kay Called to the Bar 2022 Emily Sharp First-six Pupil Commercial Law debt and Finance, performance, breach of professional duties including directors and shareholders, fraud. Contract disputes acting for businesses and employees. advising, drafting and appearing in tribunals, eat and higher appellate courts in all matters relating to employment disputes including wrongful and unfair dismissal, redundancy, tupe, whistle-blowing, harassment, restrictive covenants. employment Advice and advocacy on structure, shareholder agreements, finance, governance, regulation, disputes, director's duties, dissolution. company personal and company, winding-up, voluntary arrangements, liquidations, fraud. bankruptcy and insolvency

Emily Sharp Called to the Bar 2024 Spencer has come to the Bar after many years of commercial and corporate experience. He has developed strong relationships with professional and lay clients by delivering high levels of support and results through new and transferable skills. Spencer has previously acted as agent for several high-profile sports stars. CIVIL AND COMMERCIAL Experience of a wide array of commercial disputes both nationally and internationally, with a strong focus on Insurance. In civil claims in the County Courts experience of complex stage 3 and Fast Track trials in matters ranging from Personal Injury, Credit Hire to Property, Landlord & Tenant and Employment. Company Director / Shareholder disputes. FAMILY Private Law Instructed in private law disputes including child arrangements orders, specific issue orders prohibited steps order and injunctions. CRIME Appeared in Magistrates, Crown and Court of Appeal with success. Motoring, drugs, theft and robbery, to serious violence, false imprisonment and sexual offences. Completed Magistrates Court Qualification (MCQ) to secure duty solicitor instructions and build strong relationships with criminal legal practices. memberships/awards Middle Temple

Rachel Clarkson Called to the Bar 2021 With extremely quick turnaround of paperwork Rachel is accustomed to dealing with cases at short notice and prides herself in client care ensuring the best possible outcome for her clients. Outside of work Rachel is a keen horse rider and enjoys walks with her dog. FAMILY/CIVIL/CRIME Rachel gained tenancy at Charterhouse Chambers in October 2024 following the successful completion of her common law pupillage under the supervision of Daniel Wood. Rachel has a mixed practice including civil, family and crime. Rachel is regularly instructed in private and public family matters and civil as well as all areas of crime in both the Magistrates Court and the Crown Court. memberships/awards Vulnerable Witness Training The Honourable Society of Middle Temple

Robyn Lalic Called to the Bar 2021 Robyn has swiftly established a strong reputation within her areas of practice, providing dedicated and strategic legal representation across both family and commercial law. Robyn is dedicated to securing the best outcomes for her clients, regularly achieving prompt and favourable settlements that avoid lengthy and costly litigation. Whether in family or commercial law, she is focused on delivering efficient, practical solutions that best serve her clients’ interests. FAMILY Robyn has successfully represented clients in Private Children Act matters, with experience acting for parents and for Children's Guardians. Her expertise covers all stages of proceedings, including First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointments (FHDRA), finding of fact hearings, and final hearings. Robyn is also highly skilled in handling cases involving non-molestation and occupation orders, offering compassionate yet robust legal support to clients through sensitive and challenging situations. COMMERCIAL In addition to her family law work, Robyn represents clients in a broad range of commercial matters, including property disputes and contract claims. With a strong track record of providing high-quality formal advice and drafting comprehensive statements of case, she combines her courtroom experience with an in-depth understanding of commercial issues to deliver effective legal solutions. memberships/awards Middle Temple

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Victoria Ring Called to the Bar 2019 Victoria accepts instructions in all areas of Family Law proceedings including Children Law (Public and Private), Divorce, Financial Remedy, Domestic Abuse including Non Molestation Orders, Court of Protection and also Trusts of Land. FAMILY In Public Law proceedings Victoria has acted for Local Authorities, Parents and Children’s Guardian’s at all stages of the proceedings and her caseload covers the following; - All areas of Public Law proceedings including Care Orders, Placement Orders (adoption) and Supervision Orders - Non accidental injury and finding of fact hearings - Discharge of Care Orders - Family drug and alcohol court (FDAC) - Depravation of Liberty (DOLs) and Secure accommodation - Designation - Special Guardianship Orders In Private Children Law and Domestic Abuse, Non- Molestation Order applications Victoria has acted for both Applicants, Respondents and Grandparents at all stages of proceedings, her caseload in this area covers: - Non- Molestation orders and Occupation Orders - Child Arrangements Orders acting for both Parents and Grandparents - Finding of Fact hearings - Prohibited Steps and Specific Issues Orders - Relocation cases, internal and international In Financial Remedy cases Victoria has acted for both Applicants, Respondents and Intervenors at all stages of the proceedings, including first hearings, interim hearings, Financial Dispute Resolution hearings (FDR) and final hearings. After completing her BPTC and Research Masters (MRes), Victoria was the lead lecturer at Bangor University in the Tort Law module and she assisted with the Contract Law module seminars. Victoria has also worked as a County Court advocate during her time before coming to the Bar. Victoria has three children and can often be found walking her dogs on the beach close to where she lives. memberships/awards Vulnerable Witness training Public Access Qualified Lincolns Inn Family Law Bar Association Member Kennedy Scholarship Lincoln’s Inn Court of Protection Bar Association Member