James Tillyard KC - Barrister - New Court Chambers

James Tillyard KC is a formidable silk with considerable experience in all aspects of family law, in particular care and matrimonial finance.

He is particularly adept at dealing with clients and high net worth cases that have often involved an international element. He takes the fear out what to expect for his clients and as a result has earned a reputation for fighting hard for them. At one time Chambers and Partners UK recognised him as the only Band One silk practicing on the Wales and Chester circuit.

Appointments

Deputy High Court Judge (Section 9) (2004)
Queen’s Counsel (2002)
Recorder (1998)

Qualifications

B.Sc. (Chem. Eng.) (Leeds)

Professional Memberships

Family Law Bar Association

Recommendations

‘Also attracting a number of important cases is James Tillyard QC who “reassures clients with his experience and robust courtroom manner”‘. (Chambers UK 2011)

James Tillyard is an “exceptional lawyer, who prepares well and always makes the most of a case”. (Legal 500 2010)

‘James Tillyard QC is a key figure at the Welsh Family Bar. He is known for his fierce cross examination and his experience in high net worth disputes’. (Chambers UK 2010)

‘James Tillyard is the “first choice silk in Wales by a long way. His popularity stems from the fact that he fights hard for his clients and never gives the case away. Praised for his children and finance work, he is the toast of solicitors as he can smell blood at 100 yards”‘ (Chambers UK 2009)

‘James Tillyard QC is head of chambers at 30 Park Place and Wales’ best known family barrister for “excellent preparation, a hands on proactive approach and great presentation in court” make Tillyard first choice for Welsh solicitors in big money divorce cases’. (Chambers UK 2008)

‘… James Tillyard QC, noted for skilled and sensitive advocacy’. (Legal 500 2007)

‘The “excellent” James Tillyard QC of 30 Park Place is “one of the best advocates in Cardiff”. He does his preparation thoroughly and knows his subject matter “inside out”‘. He was recommended especially for tough cases that require difficult cross-examination’. (Cambers UK 2007)

Reported Cases

R v Egan (1992) 4 All ER 470 Donovan v Gwent Toys Ltd. (HL) 1990 1 All ER 1018
Wychavon DC v NRA (1993) 2 All ER 440
NRA v Wright Eng. Co.Ltd. (1994) 4 All ER 281
R v D (1996) 2 WLR 1
Environment Agency v Short (1998) EWHC Admin 743
Marlow Child and Family Services Ltd v DPP (1999) 1 FLR 997
Re S (2001) 1 Fam Law 505
Re E (A Child) (2001) All ER (D) 208
Cole v Secretary of State (2003) EWHC 1789 Admin
Re BR and C (Care: Duty of Disclosure: Appeals) (2002) EWCA Civ 1825
Re L (Care: Assessment: Fair Trial) (2002) 2 FLR 730
D v Secretary of State for Health (2002) EWCST 118
Re J (2003) 1 FLR 114
LM v Medway Council (2007) 1 FLR 1698
A County Council v MF (2008) EWHC 3320 (Fam)
Re K (2009) EWCA Civ 987
Re MW (2010) 1 FLR 1093

Directories

“Experienced in both high-value financial remedy matters and complex children cases.”

Legal 500 2014

New Court Chambers has forged its reputation on a commitment to provide consistently high standards of advice, representation and clerking services.

An excellent set with talented practitioners.

A set with substantial strength in public and private children law matters, and the further capability to handle financial proceedings.

Well versed in highly sensitive matters involving non-accidental injury, child death, sexual abuse, FGM, fictitious illness and child trafficking.

The barristers at New Court Chambers distinguish themselves from others due to their hands-on handling of cases.