29 Bedford Row barristers ranked in Doyle’s 2026 family law guides

02 February 2026

The 2026 Doyle’s Guide rankings for family law have been released, with several 29 Bedford Row barristers recognised for their expertise in both matrimonial finance, children law, and private family dispute resolution. 

In the Leading Matrimonial Finance KCs – London category, Nicholas Allen KC, and Alexis Campbell KC are listed as ‘Preeminent’, and Jonathan Southgate KC as ‘Leading’. Patrick Chamberlayne KC, and Brent Molyneux KC are both featured as ‘Recommended’. All are recognised for their work advising and representing clients in high-value and complex financial remedy cases.  

The Leading Matrimonial Finance Junior Counsel – London guide includes Petra Teacher, and Helen Williams who are listed as ‘Leading’; and Ben Fearnley, Victoria Francis, Laura Heaton, and Max Lewis, each of whom is listed as ‘Recommended’ by Doyle’s for their work in financial remedy matters.  

Chris Butterfield is listed in the Leading Children Law Junior Counsel – London rankings, as ‘Leading’; and Roshi Amiraftabi, Lee Arnot and Daffyd Griffiths are also recognised as ‘Recommended’ for their work across a broad range of public and private law proceedings involving children.  

In the category of Leading Private Family Dispute Resolution Judges, Nicholas Allen KC, Alexis Campbell KC, Laura Heaton, and Brent Molyneux KC are included for their expertise and ability when acting as Private Family Dispute Resolution evaluators or adjudicators. 

The Doyle’s rankings are compiled through feedback from clients, instructing solicitors, and peers in the profession, with a focus on expertise, advocacy, and professional conduct.  

Congratulations to all those listed. 

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