“Storey is Stellar” “His advocacy is outstanding, and his cross examination of experts is second to none”
Chambers & Partners 2020
“Has the command of the court, his cross examination of expert witnesses is exceptionally good – he never fails to hit the spot and nail the important point”
Legal 500 2021
‘First-class for cases of alleged non-accidental injury. The best there is.’
Legal 500 – 2022
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Children Law (private and public)
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Called to the Bar 1982
- Silk 2001
- Regular lecturer at national and local training days. In the past has chaired NAGALRO National Conference, lectured at the JSB / Judicial College and to the Western Circuit Judiciary at Dartington on numerous occasions.
- Has contributed several articles to Family Law Journal and a co-written chapter on the law related to kinship care. (Assessment in Kinship Care edited by Talbot & Calder 2006).
APPOINTMENTS
- Assistant Recorder,1999
- Recorder,2000
- Queen’s Counsel,2001
- Deputy High Court Judge,2004
MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS
- FLBA
- South Eastern Circuit
- Lincoln’s Inn
ABOUT PAUL
Paul practises mainly in the field of children law. He has extensive experience in complex and high profile High Court cases involving allegations of serious non accidental injuries and homicide especially those concerning scientific or medical issues.
He has extensive experience in Appellate work in the Court of Appeal ranging through public law cases, private law cases, those with a human rights element, paternity and disclosure. He also has significant experience in the Supreme Court, having appeared on numerous occasions.
His private law practice includes cases with LGBT issues, and those involving disclosure issues, and alleged sexual abuse. He has been involved in a number of cases concerning individuals with learning disabilities or other vulnerabilities and has a particular interest in these areas.
Inevitably, in a practice such as this, Paul’s cases regularly involve the application of the Human Rights Act 1998, in which again, he has a particular interest.
Married to Alexa Storey. Six children. Interests – spending time with my family, sport (particularly playing squash, table tennis and cycling) and watching football (season ticket at Fulham FC) and rugby (season ticket at Harlequins FC). Enjoying long walks and good wine.