Michael is a practicing barrister at 3PB and a consultant barrister to the Family department of SE-Solicitors. With over 30 years experience, Michael is well versed in both civil and family procedures and offers creative, pragmatic and practical solutions for many complex issues whether it be Divorce, Dissolution, Separation or Schedule 1.
Michael has a reputation for his good humour and robust forensic approach with careful analysis.
Michael regularly lectures on the more complex aspects of family finance and is associated with multiple professional bodies including the Family Law Bar Association, the Chancery Bar Association, the British Association for Adoption and Fostering and the Association for Lawyers for Children. Michael has also read at both the British Library and the Library of Congress.
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Case Study: Concerned or Controlling?
In relationships, care and concern are vital components of a healthy partnership. However, these qualities can sometimes blur into…
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Enforcing a Child Arrangements Order
The recent decision of AA (Mother) v XX (Father) provides an example of the approach the family court can take when one party breaches a…
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What is a sham marriage?
A sham marriage (also known as a marriage of convenience) is where a couple have entered into a legal marriage but there is no genuine…
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