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Pump Court Chambers is one of the UK’s premier common law chambers, with deep strength in civil, criminal, and family law. Our barristers and clerks are approachable, straightforward, and focused on solving problems quickly and cost-effectively.
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The Family Law Podcast – Repeal of Presumption of Parental Involvement

Rebekah Batt is joined by Penny Howe KC, of Pump Court Chambers, and Sarah Williams, of Forsters.

To listen, please follow the link below
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January 22, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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After a three-day trial at Salisbury Crown Court, Edward Armitage secured an acquittal for his client, who had been charged with non- fatal strangulation.

Please click the link below for the full article
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January 19, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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We are pleased to share with you the latest edition of our quarterly children law update, which we hope you find informative.

Alex’s private law update is here: www.pumpcourtchambers.com/2026/01/15/p...

Meghan’s public law summary can be found here: www.pumpcourtchambers.com/2026/01/15/p...
January 15, 2026 at 11:11 AM
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Pump Court Chambers is delighted to announce that Lucie Taylor has been appointed to the RASSO panel.

For further information about Lucie’s practice, or to instruct her, please contact Tony George, Senior Criminal Clerk.

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January 12, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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Just a little teaser from hosts Maria Henty and Rebekah Batt as we start the New Year and wrap up this series of The Family Law Podcast! #FamilyLaw #FamilyLawPodcast

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The Family Law Podcast - a teaser for series 10 (part 2)
A teaser from hosts Maria Henty and Rebekah Batt about what's coming up in the second half of the current series of the Family Law Podcast in 2026!
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January 9, 2026 at 10:21 AM
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Guideline Hourly Rates Updated: Practical Implications for Retainers and Costs Management - by Christopher Veal -Probationary Tenant

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January 6, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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Child Protection Proceedings: Care and Adoption Orders, Third edition, is now available to order. This book, co-authored by Simon Johnson, aims to provide a comprehensive account of law and practice in England and Wales in relation to child protection law.
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January 6, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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We are very pleased to announce that Christopher Veal has joined Pump Court as a probationary tenant.

He welcomes instructions at all stages of proceedings and is happy to be involved from an early advisory stage through to trial or final hearing.

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January 5, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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A Council v JC & Ors [2025] EWFC 440 - Penny Howe KC, Andrew Grime and Maria Gallagher acted in this composite fact-finding and welfare hearing. #FamilyLaw #ChildrenLaw

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December 11, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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In this episode of The Family Law podcast, host Maria Henty discusses taking a more holistic approach to divorce and separation, and how different professionals can work with clients in a joined-up fashion to support them at a difficult time.

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December 11, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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We are extremely pleased to announce that Annie Ward has been shortlisted for the Family Barrister of the Year category in the City wealth Magic Circle Awards 2026, taking place in London on 13 May 2026.

Please vote for Annie using the link below
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December 8, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Please join us for a series of interactive lunchtime webinars covering the latest developments from our Co-ownership team.

Each session will run from 1pm to 2pm, including time for Q&A. To register, please visit our events page linked below.
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December 8, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Pump Court is pleased to announce that Natalya Evans has authored a Practice Aid in the November edition of the Lexis Nexis Family Law journal #Familylaw

To read the full article, please follow the link below
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December 3, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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Annabel Hazlitt appeared in the Court of Appeal, successful in appealing a conviction from the Crown Court at Southampton. The issue in the case concerned disclosure of evidence to the jury after they had retired to consider their verdict.

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December 1, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Jennifer Lee of Pump Court Chambers and Shu Mei Hoon of Drew & Napier LLC, Singapore, have co-authored an article published in the Winter 2025 edition of the Family Remedies Journal.

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December 1, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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In the latest episode of Pump Court’s Family Law Podcast, host Maria Henty discusses how the court deals with pets upon divorce and separation, with Estella Newbold-Brown, Partner and Head of Family Law at Amphlett Lissimore #FamilyLaw #FamilyLawPodcast www.pumpcourtchambers.com/2025/11/27/t...
The Family Law Podcast - Pets on Divorce
In the latest episode of Pump Court’s Family Law Podcast, host Maria Henty discusses how the court deals with pets upon divorce and separation, with Estella Newbold-Brown, Partner and Head of Family L...
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November 27, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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"Serious Annoyance: Protest, Reverence and the Limits of Toleration at Stonehenge" - click below to read our latest Criminal Law blog article by Pupil Barrister Elliott Wright #CriminalLaw
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Serious Annoyance: Protest, Reverence and the Limits of Toleration at Stonehenge
Introduction When members of Just Stop Oil threw orange powder over Stonehenge on the eve of the summer solstice, the gesture was as symbolic as it was disruptive. They were charged with public nuisan...
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November 27, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Pump Court Chambers is pleased to announce that Jennifer Lee has been invited to speak at the ThoughtLeaders4 HNW Divorce Litigation – 5th Annual Flagship Conference in London on 20 November 2025. #TL4

To book your place, please click the link below:
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November 18, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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In the latest episode of the Family Law podcast, Maria Henty talks to Annette Henry KC about the Harman Report and also about harassment and bullying at the Bar more generally. #Familylaw #Harmanreport

To listen, please follow the link below

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November 13, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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Pump Court Chambers is pleased to announce that Jennifer Lee has been invited to speak at the National London YRes Conference 2025 today www.pumpcourtchambers.com/2025/11/07/j...
Jennifer Lee to speak on Child Maintenance: CMS, Topping-Up and Schedule 1 at National YRes Conference
Pump Court Chambers is pleased to announce that Jennifer Lee has been invited to speak at the National YRes Conference 2025 in London on Friday, November 7. Jennifer will be speaking on “Child Mainten...
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November 7, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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In the latest edition of the family law podcast, new host Maria Henty is joined by Antonia Mee and Hannah Budd to discuss the "Within The Window" initiative and how the initiative can be used to help our Family Law clients.

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October 30, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Pump Court warmly welcomes Maria Henty and Rebekah Batt as our new Family Law podcast hosts.

Both offer a wealth of expertise and insight to the Family Law practice, and we're excited to have them lead the next series of our popular podcast.

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October 27, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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We are incredibly pleased to welcome Natalya Evans (2022 call) and Joseph Sworder (2025 call) to Pump Court’s family team. Natalya is a probationary tenant and Joseph is a pupil in his second six.

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October 27, 2025 at 9:28 AM
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Pump Court Chambers was delighted to attend the pupillage fair over the weekend. It was an amazing opportunity to meet so many aspiring barristers and share perspectives on life and practice at our Chambers. #Pupillage #Pupillagefair
October 21, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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We are pleased to announce that Antonia Ford has been invited to become a LexisNexis expert on their Practical Guidance platform PSL.

To view her Lexis Nexis profile, please follow the link below
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Antonia Ford | Meet the Experts | LexisNexis
Antonia has over 20 years of experience as a lawyer, both as a solicitor and as a barrister.
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October 21, 2025 at 1:35 PM