Professional Practice
Philip joined chambers in October 2019 and specialises in private family law. He is ranked as a rising star in the Legal 500, where he is described as a "formidable barrister" and an "excellent advocate”.
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Recommendations
"Philip is frequently instructed on cases above his level of call because he is an intelligent barrister who instils confidence in those instructing him. He is always impeccably prepared and is skillful advocate, persuading judges of the most difficult of arguments."
Legal 500 2026"Philip's approach to advocacy belies his year of call - he is clever and always incisive."
Legal 500 2025"Philip is a formidable barrister with attention to detail. He is an excellent advocate."
Legal 500 2024"Philip is brave, confident, clever, hardworking and enthusiastic. He engages with clients in a very mature and reassuring way."
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Notable Cases
- H v W (Xydhias Agreements)
[2025] EWFC 163 (B)
- H v W
[2023] EWFC 120
Read Judgment - Azarmi-Movafagh v Bassiri-Dezfouli
[2021] EWCA Civ 1184
Read Judgment - AA v AB (Costs)
[2021] EWFC B16
Read Judgment
- H v W (Xydhias Agreements)
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Personal Information
After studying politics at Queen Mary, University of London, Philip converted to law and undertook an LLM at UCL. He was the recipient of the Joseph Jackson Scholarship from Middle Temple for his BPTC.
Philip sings in the London Philharmonic Choir and speaks fluent German.