Francis is a brilliant barrister. He makes the clients feel safe and listened to. He has a strong advocacy and is always willing to fight for his clients
Legal 500
Francis is one of those barristers who is wise and experienced beyond his years of call, approachable, engaging and absolutely wonderful to work with. I never feel worried about reaching out ahead of hearing to discuss factors in a case and I am reassured to know that he takes as much an interest in each of his cases as those involved and instructing. The ability to work as a team with your barrister is only ever a positive for your client. I find that Francis is able to make my client’s feel at ease with him the moment they meet him, and this is key when often you do not get a huge amount of time with the barrister before a hearing. He has a way of building a rapport with any client and ensuring that they fully understand everything that is going on at all times. My client’s always comment about the confidence he instils in them and the main feedback is that not only do they have excellent outcomes but they felt heard. That is massively important in family work and Francis has a way of making the client’s voice heard appropriately, without it being a barrage of gripes about the other party. Once I have instructed Francis once on a matter, I can be sure that the client will ask for him to be instructed for all future hearings. Francis’ style in court has always impressed me, he is persuasive with the right level of force, he is as assertive but polite and respectful at all times, regardless of the circumstances which in family matters can often be very difficult or complicated. Francis always gets a great outcome for the client.
Nicola Beasley, Stowe Family Law
I was so assured Francis had my best interests at heart and he immediately put me at ease. He explained things in a clear, honest way and really took the time to understand my case. His expertise and skill, meant he wasted no time in navigating things to a conclusion that I was really happy with. Thank you.
Mr H
We have instructed Francis many times and he is always extremely well prepared. His attention to detail is second to none and both his written work and advocacy are of the highest quality. He is extremely knowledgeable in both financial and children matters and is a pleasure to work with. He is certainly one to watch!
George IDE Solicitors
“I had Francis look after me for my fact find hearing, and I just knew I had someone that listened to me and didn’t just go by the standard answers. He listened to what I had to say, and my points, I cannot recommend him enough. For the first time in an 18 month process I found someone that heard me, as a person and not just a client.
I suffered huge anxiety, stress and panic attacks throughout the previous 18 months, and I can say from the bottom of my heart that Francis was the reason I was able to keep my head above water during the process. Never before had I been in a court room, let alone being questioned on my character and history. Because of his attitude and demeanour, I had no concerns whatsoever, I knew he cared about me, and in the end he got the result that I deserved.
If more people in the legal profession were like Francis, we would have a much better system, that looks at the people.”
Mr L (Direct Access client)
Confident with expertise beyond his call
Sarah French Moore Blatch
Best client feedback on counsel I have ever seen
Tim Melville-Walker – Macdonald Oates
Francis represented a nervous client in matrimonial finance proceedings. Francis was able to put the client at ease and gave him a sense of confidence going into court and achieved a positive outcome.
Michelle Noy – Bates Solicitors
Francis conduct his cases with great detail and care and is very reliable. He is well prepared and his work is of an exceptional quality and provides a good service for the client
Oi-Yuyn Wong AWD
When I was covering for my colleague Francis was very responsive and helpful, as well as proactive and determined to achieve the best outcome for our client.
Sarah French Moore Blatch
We have instructed Francis to represent our client many times at hearings. He has always been punctual and never failed to provide us with an attendance note updating us of hearing with next steps within a few hours! Francis is very passionate and knowledgeable in his work and the area of Family Law - our client’s have requested to have Francis represent them at subsequent hearings.
Nikki Ruparelia -Bookers & Bolton
I have found Francis to be unreservedly tenacious and pragmatic in court. He has proven on numerous occasions that he will consistently get results. He is conscientious and his courtroom manner, particularly with litigants in person, is excellent
Daniel Norris - Churchers
Francis conducts every case with meticulous preparation and sees cases through with a thorough and efficient approach. Francis makes clients feel at ease with his attentive approach, as well as clearly explaining the options available to clients. Francis is a rising legal star with his professionalism, knowledge and skill.
Alyciette Edwards - AWD
