Call: 2017
David Crowley is a specialist family law barrister, with significant experience in both public and private law proceedings involving children.
He practises at all levels up to and including the High Court, and is regularly instructed in cases involving serious allegations of abuse, neglect, and complex family dynamics.
David represents local authorities, parents, children, guardians and interveners in care proceedings. His background as a former solicitor gives him an in-depth understanding of the practical and procedural realities facing all parties in children cases. He is particularly experienced in cases involving non-accidental injury, sexual abuse, adoption breakdown and complex care planning.
In private law, David represents parents and guardians in a wide range of disputes, including contact, parental responsibility, removal from the jurisdiction, and applications involving allegations of domestic violence. He is known for his calm approach, pragmatic advice, and ability to handle cases with competing interests and emotional complexity.
David’s broad experience on all sides of family litigation makes him a trusted advocate in sensitive and high-conflict proceedings.
David specialises in public and private law children proceedings, representing local authorities, parents, guardians and children. He has particular experience in cases involving serious abuse, adoption breakdown and removal from the jurisdiction. David’s background means he is able to bring procedural insight and employ a practical approach to complex family disputes.
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