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42BR Barristers - Paul Pavlou

Paul Pavlou MCIArb

Call 1993
Telephone 020 7831 0222 | Email [email protected]

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Paul Pavlou MCIArb

Call 1993
Telephone 020 7831 0222 | Email [email protected]

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A senior barrister specialising in all areas of family law, with particular expertise in complex
financial remedy proceedings and children cases, both public and private law.

Experienced in high-value matrimonial finance disputes, and cross-jurisdictional issues. In addition to a busy practice,
Paul sits as an arbitrator and private FDR judge, bringing a balanced, pragmatic and settlement-focused approach to dispute resolution.

Recognised for meticulous preparation, clear strategic
judgment, and calm authority both in and out of court..

Family Law

Recent Cases

  • Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead v The Mother & Ors [2025] EWFC 82 (B)
  • Z and X (Visit to Ukraine) [2024] EWHC 314 (Fam) (14 February 2024)
  • Oxfordshire County Council v AD & Ors [2019] EWFC B66 (17 December 2019)

Direct Access

Paul is authorised to accept instructions direct from members of the public. He encourages clients who are considering this route to contact Chambers and discuss their problem.

In suitable cases, Paul can provide client conferences, written advices and representation at court.

Paul accepts public access work across the whole Family Law.

Areas of Expertise

Related News

“The First Rule of FDR Club….”

“The First Rule of FDR Club….”

Paul Pavlou explores how recent legislative, judicial, and procedural developments in England and Wales emphasise resolving disputes outside the courts—highlighting the growing role of private FDR hearings and arbitration, reinforced by new confidentiality rulings, updated Family Procedure Rules, and the Arbitration Act 2025, which together promote faster, expert, and private alternatives to litigation.


Published: 9th Oct 2025

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