Prior to commencing pupillage, Sophia worked as a paralegal at a regional law firm assisting on family matters, including public and private law proceedings. Her role involved conducting client conferences, drafting various documents for Court and undertaking legal research, as necessary.

Sophia was also a student caseworker at Kent Law Clinic during her time at the University of Kent, working on Family and Criminal Law matters. From her time as a paralegal and a student caseworker, Sophia gained thorough experience, which makes her sensitive to the requirements of clients who are dealing with difficult issues.

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Specialising in family law Mika accepts instructions in all areas surrounding family breakdown from domestic abuse and injunctive relief, to arrangements for children, care proceedings and finances on divorce.

Mika is an experienced advocate, whose calming and reassuring approach puts her clients at ease. She has a reputation for being thorough in her preparation with attention to detail. She has strong negotiation skills and always strives to achieve the best outcome for her clients in each individual case. With her practical, no nonsense approach she is often able to encourage her clients to reach constructive and practical solutions.

Mika is particularly noted for her ability to reassure and guide clients in the most challenging and protracted cases. Mika provides a comprehensive service to clients and solicitors alike. Solicitors are particularly appreciative of her quick feedback following hearings and the confidence she instils in her clients.

Mika also accepts instructions direct from the public under the Direct Access Scheme.

Testimonials:

“…you have gone above and beyond… I am very grateful for your persistence and attention to detail… appreciate the way you kept me focused, helped cut through the noise, and guided me toward an outcome that works.” – A client

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Since joining chambers, she has acted in a variety of complex matters across the full spectrum of Family Law, both at first instance and on appeal.

Sophie is also accredited to accept instructions on a public access basis.

Aside from her court practice, Sophie recently co-authored a chapter of Resolution’s Spousal Maintenance Handbook.

Prior to joining chambers, Sophie worked as a paralegal in a specialist family law firm where she gained wide-ranging experience in financial remedies and private children law. She also volunteered with the Schools’ Consent Project, where she led workshops for secondary school students focusing on the legal definitions of consent and sexual assault.

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Pietra accepts instructions on a public access basis.

Pietra is recognised for her calm and measured approach, capable of reassuring clients whilst ensuring their needs and wishes are conveyed assertively.

Before joining Chambers, Pietra was a paralegal at LexisNexis, completed an internship at the Permanent Mission of Cyprus to the United Nations in New York, and volunteered for the National Centre For Domestic Violence, as well as for the CEDAW People’s Tribunal.

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Family Law
Daniel’s family practice incorporates both private and public children cases, financial remedies as well as injunctions. Daniel has acted at all stages of family litigation including fact-findings, final hearings and appeals.
Daniel’s private children work began when he provided pro-bono advice and represented litigants-in-person whilst he was completing his professional qualifications.

Civil Law
Daniel also has a broad civil practice and has been instructed to appear in trials and interim applications in a wide range of civil matters including Road Traffic Accidents, Personal injuries, Contracts and Banking.
Prior to starting his pupillage Daniel gained over 4 years’ worth of invaluable experience working as a paralegal in the clinical negligence department of a leading national law firm.

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During her career Tina has dealt with many complex and multifaceted cases, she is a specialist in high value financial remedy matters and is highly respected amongst her peers and clients. Tina is known for her clear and concise approach and ability to help clients feel at ease with court procedures.

Tina is also an Assistant Deputy Coroner, sits as a recorder and is Trinity’s Head of Chambers.

Tina has been described by the Legal 500 in its 2021 edition as ‘a formidable barrister who brings a point of view to heavyweight cases’ and is placed in Tier 2 of of its rankings of leading juniors.

Tina has been described in the 2024 edition of the Legal 500 as ‘Tina is so very experienced and a delight to work with. She is always thoroughly prepared and fights the client’s corner. Her rapport with clients is excellent. She is down to earth and a very reassuring presence for anxious clients.’

Legal 500 2024

Tina is so very experienced and a delight to work with. She is always thoroughly prepared and fights the client’s corner. Her rapport with clients is excellent. She is down to earth and a very reassuring presence for anxious clients.’ 

Tina Harrington is ‘tenacious in cross-examining witnesses and highly skilled in the presentation of the client’s cases to the court’.

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As well as his family practice, Rex also has a broad civil practice, which includes trusts, wills and probate, and is happy to receive instructions in the Court of Protection.

Rex has acquired a reputation for his hard work, careful planning and strong people skills, which are essential in any family cases.

More recently, Rex has been involved in the high profile case of Young v Young and received praise from Moor J for his representation of Mrs Young.

Rex is also a family financial arbitrator.

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John qualified in town planning after studying at Durham and Liverpool Universities and then studied law part-time while employed in planning. He attended the Inns of Court School of Law, was a pupil in leading London Chambers and practised from London for 25 years, latterly in a specialist planning, property and administrative law set.

John has acted for major trading companies, medium and small businesses, local authorities, schools, universities, churches and individuals. He advises on site and in Chambers, drafts documentation and represents in all courts, tribunals, public inquiries, hearings and meetings. John also lectures and presents training seminars.

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As a family law barrister with Trinity Chambers, Cherry undertakes all aspects of family law, bringing to her cases a wealth of experience and expertise, constructive negotiation and strong representation in court to give a positive/excellent outcome.

Sitting as a part time judge contributes to Cherry’s overall expertise.

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