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4PB is recruiting Third Six Pupils

Chambers is seeking exceptional candidates to join us as a Third Six Pupils, with a particular interest in private law children and finance work. We are looking for…

4PB Office Relocation – Effective 20 July 2026

On 20th July 2026, Chambers will relocate to new premises at 3 New Street Square (phase 1), as we prepare for our move to our permanent home in…

6 members of 4PB involved in UK Supreme Court appeal of DM v SM and HM [2026]

Charles Hale KC, Charlotte Baker and Olivia Gaunt represent the Intervener, International Centre for Family Law, Policy and Practice and Jacqueline Renton KC, Harry Langford and Frankie Shama represent the…

UK Supreme Court on Deprivation Of Liberty

A Reference by the Attorney General for Northern Ireland of a devolution issue under paragraph 34 of Sch 10 to the Northern Ireland Act 1998 [2026] UKSC Significant…

London International Disputes Week 2026

It is London International Disputes Week (LIDW) 2026, and we are proud to recognise the work of our specialist children arbitrators, finance arbitrators and mediators. Non-Court Dispute Resolution…

Reported Case: 3 Members of 4PB Appeared in Re Z [2026] EWHC 1012 (Fam)

3 Members of 4PB appeared in the matter of Re Z [2026] EWHC 1012 (Fam), a final welfare determination of the father’s application for the summary return of…

Anita Mehta Wins Barrister of the Year at the Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2026

A huge congratulations to Anita Mehta on being named Barrister of the Year at last night’s Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2026. With the awards honouring excellence in the…

Mani Singh Basi Discusses the Best Practice for Approaching Expert Evidence in Children’s Proceedings in Children & Young People Now

How should family justice professionals approach expert evidence in children’s proceedings? Mani Singh Basi reviews lessons learned from past cases and offers practical recommendations for practitioners to…

Reported Case: Re CX (A child) (Reporting restrictions order: National security) [2026] EWHC 994 (Fam)

Three members of 4PB appeared in the important Family Division case of Re CX (A child) (Reporting restrictions order: National security) [2026] EWHC 994 (Fam) Joy Brereton KC, leading…

Barbara Mills KC Wins Bar Champion of the Year at the Legal 500 UK ESG Awards 2026

We are delighted to congratulate Barbara Mills KC, who last night was named Bar Champion of the Year at the Legal 500 UK ESG Awards 2026. With the…

Charlotte Baker Discusses Family Law Act 1996 Applications and the President’s Guidance on Talking Family Law

In the latest episode of Resolution’s award‑winning podcast, Talking Family Law, hosts Anita Mehta (4PB) and Simon Blain (Forsters LLP) are joined by Charlotte Baker (4PB) and Jenny…

Charles Hale KC Completes the London Marathon, Raising £5,720 for Support Through Court

Congratulations to Charles Hale KC on completing the London Marathon yesterday! Taking on the formidable 26.2‑mile challenge, Charles has so far raised an incredible £5,720, including proceeds from…