Prior to qualifying as a solicitor Paul spent 12 years working as a social worker in several London Boroughs. His last post was with the London Borough of Hillingdon as Team Manager of the Youth Justice Team.

Throughout his time as a lawyer Paul has involved himself with numerous non-profit making associations and organisations with a focus on children's' rights and child protection issues. He has been a member of the executive committee of the Association of Lawyers for Children and organised the 17th National Conference held in November 2006. Until recently he was a member of the Safeguarding Commission for the Diocese of Northampton. In 2008 he was invited to join a pro-bono panel of lawyers advising the Children's Commissioner.

In recent years Paul has developed a particular specialism in representing competent children in both public and private law proceedings. His professional background and experience have proved valuable in enabling him to establish trust and rapport with children of all ages and adults with psychological and mental health difficulties.