Called to the Bar by the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in 2025, Duncan has a well-established background in public law children work, with extensive experience advising and working with local authorities in complex care and legal proceedings.

He has developed particular expertise in advising Children’s Services on urgent child protection issues and navigating complex evidential frameworks in high-risk cases.

Duncan has experience in complex matters involving non-accidental injury, sexual abuse, and Deprivation of Liberty (DOLS). He is adept at working both independently and as part of a wider counsel team in serious and fact-sensitive cases.

He has worked across multiple jurisdictions, demonstrating adaptability and strong case management skills in fast-paced and demanding legal environments.

Duncan combines legal analysis with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach. He adopts a methodical and structured approach to case preparation, and is adept at delivering clear, practical legal advice in complex and sensitive matters.

Outside of his professional practice, Duncan maintains a strong interest in film and music, with a particular appreciation for both contemporary and classic cinema. He enjoys a broad range of musical genres and values the balance these pursuits bring to his professional practice.

Practice Areas

Public Law Children – Care Proceedings – Adoption & Special Guardianship – Child Protection – DOLS – Court of Protection – Financial Remedy – Local Authority Public Law Litigation – Employment law – Civil law – Immigration law

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Law at Cardiff university

Called 2021 Gray’s Inn

David was called to the Bar by Gray’s Inn in 2021. Before commencing his pupillage, he worked alongside both Quest and LPC as a solicitors agent, broadening his exposure to a range of practice areas and professional environments before moving to Browne Jacobson as an Assistant Advocate, where he acted as a Presenting Officer in regulatory matters and represented clients in small claims and application hearings before the County Courts.

Raised in Mid Wales, David originally studied computer science in Aberystwyth before moving to South Wales, completing a separate undergraduate in Law through the open university and finally completing his master in Law at Cardiff university.

David started his pupillage with Browne Jacobson focusing on inquest and CoP work and is believed to have been the first employed pupil in Wales, before joining Pendragon to complete his second six, enabling him to spend more time with his young family based in South Wales.

Prior to embarking on his legal career, David held a senior management position in the IT sector, giving him particular insight and expertise in that field.

For enquiries and legal assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with David through her clerks at: clerks@pendragonchambers.com

Your legal challenges will be met with expertise, dedication, and a commitment to achieving
the best possible outcomes for you.

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to the Bar Council’s Standard Terms and Conditions unless expressly agreed, or otherwise
varied, in writing.

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wishes to complain, they may do so directly to Chambers without going through their
solicitors. Please click this here for fuller details Complaints Procedure.

VAT details are available upon request and are provided on our initial acknowledgement letter
which is generated upon receipt of your Brief or instruction to Counsel. It is also provided
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Called 2021

Kate joined Pendragon Chambers in August of 2024 following successful completion of pupillage with the Crown Prosecution Service and time as a Tenant at Albion Chambers.

Prior to a career at the criminal Bar, Kate served in the British Army after joining straight from school and arrived at her first unit in Germany during the invasion of Iraq in 2003. Following her military service, she travelled around the UK and Cyprus in various civilian roles including investigating international fraud, teaching sport and fitness to British Army trainees and providing legal advice to a University Health Board on their involvement in the Infected Blood Inquiry.

Kate is regularly instructed in complex private family law including matrimonial finance and criminal matters. She is also instructed in public family law, employment tribunals, civil cases and judicial review. She is registered with the Welsh Government Public Law Barristers Scheme.

Kate is passionate about advocating for Armed Forces personnel and veterans and can be instructed for court martials.

Notable cases:

W v E – successfully advocated for the complete termination of Parental Responsibility of a parent

For enquiries and legal assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Kate through her clerks at: clerks@pendragonchambers.com

Your legal challenges will be met with expertise, dedication, and a commitment to achieving
the best possible outcomes for you.

All members of Pendragon Chambers provide legal services on a contractual basis pursuant
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varied, in writing.

Complaints procedures. Our complaints procedures are available to the lay client as well as
those organisations directly instructing a member of Pendragon Chambers. If a lay client
wishes to complain, they may do so directly to Chambers without going through their
solicitors. Please click this here for fuller details Complaints Procedure.

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upon our fee note to our client.

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Called 2023

Tamara Collins embarked on her journey in the legal profession with a strong
foundation in education. She studied Law at Swansea University, where her passion
for justice and advocacy took root. Her commitment to excellence led her to pursue
the Bar Training Course (BTC) at Cardiff University.

Showcasing her dedication and hard work Tamara achieved an “Outstanding” on the
BTC, achieving the highest grade across South Wales, a testament to her
exceptional legal skills and knowledge. Tamara was called to the Bar in 2023 at
Grays Inn.

Currently, Tamara is undertaking a pupillage with the esteemed Sara Rudman, a
legal professional renowned for her expertise in Civil and Family Law. This
invaluable experience is shaping Tamara’s career, and from March 2024 Tamara will
be available for instruction in all aspects of Civil and Family Law. Her comprehensive
training and practical experience will make her a valuable asset for clients seeking
legal assistance in these areas.

Outside the courtroom, Tamara is a regular gym-goer, demonstrating her dedication
to maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle. She also cherishes spending quality
time with her family and friends and enjoys holidaying with them.

For enquiries and legal assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Alex through his
clerks at: clerks@pendragonchambers.com

Your legal challenges will be met with expertise, dedication, and a commitment to achieving
the best possible outcomes for you.

All members of Pendragon Chambers provide legal services on a contractual basis pursuant
to the Bar Council’s Standard Terms and Conditions unless expressly agreed, or otherwise
varied, in writing.

Complaints procedures. Our complaints procedures are available to the lay client as well as
those organisations directly instructing a member of Pendragon Chambers. If a lay client
wishes to complain, they may do so directly to Chambers without going through their
solicitors. Please click this here for fuller details Complaints Procedure.

VAT details are available upon request and are provided on our initial acknowledgement letter
which is generated upon receipt of your Brief or instruction to Counsel. It is also provided
upon our fee note to our client.

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B.A. Hons, G.D.L., BPTC

Called 2012 (Middle Temple)

Alex commenced a reduced mixed Family and Civil pupillage with Pendragon Chambers in
September 2023 under the supervision of Veronica Newman. This mentorship opportunity
will allow him to refine his skills and knowledge further, ensuring that he remains at the
forefront of the legal field.

Born in South Wales and raised in the Vale of Glamorgan, Alex attended Cowbridge
Comprehensive School and Sixth Form where he completed his A-Level studies.

Having concluded his undergraduate studies at Aberystwyth University, earning a 2.1 degree
in History, Alex then ventured into the field of law where he attended Swansea University to
pursue the Law Conversion Course, solidifying his foundation in legal studies and achieving
a Pass with Commendation. Alex’s dedication to the legal profession was further
demonstrated when he achieved a "Very Competent" on the BPTC at Cardiff Law School.

Alex embarked on his legal journey after being called to The Honourable Society of Middle
Temple in 2012 when he began his professional journey as a Solicitor’s Agent at Kearns &
Co., practising a wide variety of civil matters ranging from mortgage possessions to small
claims where he honed his legal skills and gained invaluable experience in the field.
Alex then continued his legal career with LPC Law where his pursuit for continual
professional development led him to undertake more than 3,800 cases in various areas of civil
litigation, including an impressive track record of attending over 500 Small Claims cases, a
testament to his commitment to pursuing a long career at the Bar.

Never one to remain idle, in 2021 Alex became a Chartered Legal Executive with the
Chartered Institute of Legal Executives after completing his Work Based Learning Journal.

Outside the courtroom, Alex is happily married with two children. In his leisure time, he
enjoys spending time with his family, socialising with friends, playing golf and watching
rugby.

With his extensive experience, commitment to excellence and a career spanning over a
decade, Alex looks forward to being available for instruction in all aspects of Civil and
Family Law from December 2023.

For enquiries and legal assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Alex through his
clerks at: clerks@pendragonchambers.com

Your legal challenges will be met with expertise, dedication, and a commitment to achieving
the best possible outcomes for you.

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to the Bar Council’s Standard Terms and Conditions unless expressly agreed, or otherwise
varied, in writing.

Complaints procedures. Our complaints procedures are available to the lay client as well as
those organisations directly instructing a member of Pendragon Chambers. If a lay client
wishes to complain, they may do so directly to Chambers without going through their
solicitors. Please click this here for fuller details Complaints Procedure.

VAT details are available upon request and are provided on our initial acknowledgement letter
which is generated upon receipt of your Brief or instruction to Counsel. It is also provided
upon our fee note to our client.

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BA (University College London), MSc, PhD

Called 2005 Inner Temple

Julian is a highly regarded civil practitioner specialising in housing law and traditional Chancery matters. He has been consistently ranked as a Tier One Junior and is recognised for his expertise across a broad range of complex property and private client disputes.

Julian maintains a busy housing practice, acting for landlords and tenants including Housing Associations and Local Authorities in the County Court, High Court, and the First-tier and Upper Tribunals. He is regularly instructed in cases involving disrepair, anti-social behaviour, nuisance, eviction, harassment, and homelessness, and is particularly noted for his expertise in selective licensing. His wider housing work includes appeals, judicial review, service charges, and dilapidations. He also provides written advice, drafting, and consultancy services, and has conducted over a thousand adjudications under the Housing Act 2004.

Alongside this, Julian has a well-established Chancery practice covering contested probate, the administration of estates, TOLATA claims, trust disputes, and a wide range of land-related issues. He combines a detailed grasp of both procedural and substantive law with skilled, measured advocacy and a strong focus on client care. He is frequently instructed in substantial matters from an early stage and regularly receives repeat instructions from professional clients. Julian is also happy to discuss cases informally prior to instruction and accepts appointments in mediation, both as counsel and as a mediator.

Julian is a prolific legal author and commentator, contributing regularly to leading journals including the Landlord and Tenant Review and the Journal of Housing Law. His publications include co-editing Regulating the City: Contemporary Urban Housing Law (2016) and People and Buildings: Comparative Housing Law (2017), as well as numerous articles on topics such as selective licensing, landlord and tenant formalities, nuisance, redevelopment, and possession-related issues.

Outside of practice, Julian enjoys cooking, wine—particularly Burgundy—rugby, reading, and long country walks with his Sealyham terriers. He is also a passionate supporter of the Cronulla Sharks.

Dr Julian Sidoli is a barrister registered with Bar Standards Board of England and Wales. She is a sole practitioner and has professional liability insurance provided by the Bar Mutual Indemnity Fund Ltd., Bar Mutual Management Company, 90 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 4ST www.barmutual.co.uk. Bar Mutual provides cover for claims brought anywhere in the world.

All members of Pendragon Chambers provide legal services on a contractual basis pursuant to the Bar Council’s Standard Terms and Conditions unless expressly agreed, or otherwise varied, in writing.

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 Barrister at Law
Called 1982

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Cambridge University (BA-MA) (Modern & Medieval Languages)
City University London (Dip Law)
Called to the Bar of England & Wales (Gray’s Inn, November 1982)
Called to the Bar of Northern Ireland (October 2022)
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (1999)
Accredited Mediator (ADR Group) and accredited adjudicator (RIBA and TecBar)

PROFESSIONAL

Paul Newman joined Pendragon Chambers as a working door tenant in July 2015, having been since October 2006 a member of 3 PB barristers, where he remains in practice.

Before returning to private practice at the Bar, Paul spent a number of years in solicitors’ practice as a specialist construction lawyer, dealing with residential and commercial building contracts.

Paul advises across a broad range of construction disputes, including claims about defective works, payment, professional negligence and Party Wall matters. He appears regularly in Court hearings and represents clients in adjudication and mediation. He accepts appointments as an adjudicator, arbitrator and more particularly a mediator. His mediation practice is focused largely on construction, property, professional negligence and general contract claims.

Paul’s practice extends to some property cases – rights of way, trespass, nuisance / property damage and boundary disputes.

Paul continues to be involved regularly in a number of personal injury claims.

Rankings
Chambers and Partners rankings

• Leading Junior 2023
• Leading Junior 2022

Legal 500 rankings

• Leading Junior 2023
• Leading Junior 2022
• Leading Junior 2021
• Leading Junior 2020
• Leading Junior 2019
• Leading Junior 2018
• Leading Junior 2017
• Leading Junior 2016

NOTABLE CASES

• Baldwin and another v. Pickstock Ltd [2017] EWHC 2456 (TCC)
• Frederick Dennis Baldwin & Another v JR Pickstock Ltd [2017] EWHC 2456 (TCC)
• Boardwell v K3D Partnership Property (2006) ADJ CS 04/21
• David & Teresa Bothma (T/A DAB Builders) v Mayhaven Healthcare Ltd [2007] EWCA Civ. 527
• Lovell Projects v Legg & Carver BLR 452 (2003)
• Melhuish & Saunders Ltd v Hurden & Hurden [2012] EWHC 3119 (TCC)
• Rankilor (1) / Perco Civil Engineering Ltd (2) v M Igoe Ltd (2006) ADJ LR 01/27
• Wycombe Demolition Ltd v Topevent Ltd [2015] EWHC 2692 (TCC)
• McClellan v Pudsey [2016], Lawtel 21/9/2016.

Languages
Fluent French and German with a good working knowledge (including written) of Spanish.

Public Access
In appropriate cases Paul, who has been a licensed public access practitioner since 2007, will represent members of the public without the intervention of a solicitor.

Appointing Paul as a Mediator, Adjudicator or Arbitrator? Paul’s appointment terms are available on request.

Paul Newman is a barrister registered with Bar Standards Board of England and Wales. He is a sole practitioner and has professional liability insurance provided by the Bar Mutual Indemnity Fund Ltd., Bar Mutual Management Company, 90 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 4ST www.barmutual.co.uk. Bar Mutual provides cover for claims
brought anywhere in the world.

clerks@pendragonchambers.com

All members of Pendragon Chambers provide legal services on a contractual basis pursuant to the Bar Council’s Standard Terms and Conditions unless expressly agreed, or otherwise varied, in writing. Complaints procedures. Our complaints procedures are available to the lay client as well as those organisations directly instructing a member of Pendragon Chambers. If a lay client wishes to complain, they may do so directly to Chambers without going through their solicitors. Complaints Procedure. VAT details are available upon request and are provided on our initial acknowledgement letter which is generated upon receipt of your Brief or instruction to Counsel. It is also provided upon our fee note to our client.

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B.A. (Hons) Hull.

Barrister at Law: Called 2005 (Lincoln’s Inn)

Door Tenant

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