Nicholas is a pillar of strength and reliability. He prepares thoroughly and makes sure that the client understands all aspects of their case and feels at ease with the way that he is presenting it. He is well respected and well prepared with excellent experience and realistic in what he does.”

Chambers UK 2022, Family/Matrimonial

Nick specialises exclusively in divorce and financial remedy cases. He has an in-depth knowledge and expertise of the issues and the law, including consideration of pensions and actuarial issues along with tax and commercial considerations.

Prior to joining the Bar in 1994, Nick was a Solicitor and a partner in a Bristol firm. He was a founder member of the SFLA (now Resolution) and secretary of the Bristol SFLA for ten years.

Nick has been consistently recommended by Chambers UK and The Legal 500 as a first-tier ranked practitioner, and one of the only five barristers ranked in Band 1 by Chambers UK in the South West for family work, in which he has maintained this position since 1995.

He lectures regularly on topical issues, both in house and at conferences.

His peers describe him as having a no-nonsense approach and is always very thorough in his preparation of a case.

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A reassuring, persuasive advocate, with an eloquent style and client-focused approach.”

LEGAL 500 2022, Divorce and Financial Remedy

Nicholas is a pillar of strength and reliability. He prepares thoroughly and makes sure that the client understands all aspects of their case and feels at ease with the way that he is presenting it. He is well respected and well prepared with excellent experience and realistic in what he does.”

CHAMBERS UK 2022, FAMILY/MATRIMONIAL

Nick gives realistic advice, and his assertive, no-nonsense approach in court is supported by authentic and reliable evidence drawn from his vast experience. He is an excellent plain talker with clients and authoritative on financial matters.”

CHAMBERS UK 2021, FAMILY: MATRIMONIAL FINANCE

Nick is an excellent communicator and gets to the nub of the issues very quickly. He is practical and explores every opportunity to secure a fair outcome for clients by negotiation but in the event that has not been possible he is a very skilled advocate in cross examination and submission.”

Legal 500 2021, Children and Family Law

Nick is highly thought of for his work in the ancillary relief sphere, representing clients in high-value cases with complex pension, trust, farm and company elements. ‘He is a well-respected, reliable and experienced advocate. He has an affable manner and builds a great rapport with clients. He provides practical solutions to complex and difficult problems with a sensible approach that clients appreciate.’ ‘He’s pragmatic, robust and thorough, and is liked by both clients and judges.’ “

Chambers UK 2020, Family/Matrimonial

Solid as a rock and extremely persuasive in court.”

Legal 500 2020, FAMILY AND CHILDREN LAW

Senior junior whose practice at the Bar is bolstered by his ten years’ previous experience as a solicitor. He is highly thought of for his work in the ancillary relief sphere, representing clients in high-value cases with complex pension, trust, farm and company elements. ‘Practical and pragmatic. He has great attention to detail and delivers every time.’ ‘His preparation is thorough and he has a comprehensive knowledge of the law.’ “

Chambers UK 2019, FAMILY/MATRIMONIAL

He has impeccable judgement.”

Legal 500 2019, Family and children law
  • Qualifications & awards:

    • LLB Hons University of Bristol (1982) Law Society Finals
    • University of the West of England (Then Bristol Polytechnic) (1983)
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