Professional Practice

Kieran specialises and exclusively accepts instructions in financial remedies (both domestic and international), cases involving financial provision for children, and applications made under TLTA 1996. He is regularly instructed in cases at all stages of proceedings, has experience both in court and private dispute resolution, and is often instructed an advisory role.

Kieran specialises in family finance matters. He is regularly instructed in cases at all stages of proceedings and in an advisory role.

Kieran is equally adept in private law children matters. He regularly deals with cases involving complex issues, complicated personal dynamics, and vulnerable parties. He has appeared against Counsel of all levels of seniority.

He has had recent success in appeals relating to private law children matters, appearing for both the appellant and respondent. Most recently, Kieran (i) successfully appealed a series of case management decisions made in a case in which his client was making allegations of alienating behaviour and negative parental influence; and (ii) acted on a pro bono basis to successfully resist an appeal against interim decisions made in the currency of a highly contested private children matter, involving cross allegations of domestic abuse, coercive and controlling behaviour, and alienating behaviours.

Previously, Kieran studied for a D.Phil in early medieval history and his thesis analysed the role of friendship in Anglo-Saxon England.

Kieran played rugby at an international level, and throughout his higher education continued to play semi-professionally. Kieran was awarded three ‘Blues’ for representing Oxford in the annual Varsity Match against Cambridge University.

• Recommendations

  “Kieran is a confident and commanding advocate – someone with a rare skill to ‘read the room’ and take every Judge along with him. He is empathetic with clients – well researched and presented. I have no hesitation in recommending him.”

  “Kieran is fantastic in dealing with challenging situations and nothing is too complex or difficult for him. He is tenacious, well prepared and he will go that extra mile to fight his client’s corner. His eloquence and ability to present compelling arguments contribute significantly to successful outcomes for clients. Kieran is not only a very persuasive advocate but has a way of assuring clients and putting them at ease at court and will go over and beyond his remit to assist in achieving a good outcome.”

  “I have worked with Kieran on several cases now in relation to private children matters, which have often involved domestic abuse. I have always found Kieran to be thorough in his work, with a keen eye for detail. He shows genuine care for clients, and I have had an abundance of positive feedback from every client of mine whom he has represented.”

  "Kieran’s thorough preparation and deep understanding of intricate family law matters ensures that his clients receive top-notch representation. With empathy and tenacity, he navigates complex cases, fighting ardently for clients’ rights and interests, earning their utmost respect and trust. A true professional who consistently delivers outstanding results.”