Clerk Details
- Clerk Name: Phil Jones
- Clerk Telephone: 0121 289 4333
- Clerk Email: [email protected]
Overview
Laurie-Elizabeth Ketley is a family law barrister whose pupillage covers all areas of family law. She joined 3PB in October 2023 and works from our Birmingham office.
Laurie is a first-class degree student who acquired distinctions in all her modules. Following this, Laurie continued her studies with the University of Law, Birmingham, and obtained a distinction in her master’s degree. In addition, she is a Baroness Hale of Richmond scholar, which is the most prestigious prize awarded by Gray’s Inn.
Laurie-Elizabeth has established a busy family practice and has represented local authorities, guardians, and parents in a variety of public and private law matters, including being led in the Court of Appeal in the notable case of Re P and E (Care Proceedings: Whether to hold a Fact-Finding Hearing) [2024] EWCA Civ 403. In addition, she has experience representing individuals in matters of financial remedy. Laurie-Elizabeth is described as being loved by her clients, her quality of work is exceptional, and she can navigate complex legal issues.
Prior to her pupillage with 3PB, Laurie worked at multiple solicitor firms in both family and civil departments. A partner at Willsons Solicitors described Laurie as "incredibly hard-working, dedicated to everything she does, conscientious, and a person who can be trusted implicitly".
Laurie has excellent communication skills and demonstrates kindness and empathy, which is what her previous employment and voluntary work with several pro bono clinics and the Citizens Advice Bureau have assisted with. In addition, Laurie participated in the Digital Justice Project, where she helped create the first virtual reality courtroom and designed a free app for vulnerable clients to aid access to justice.
Laurie-Elizabeth has won several advocacy competitions, including the Gary Slapper Memorial Moot, and she was a finalist for BPP’s ‘Advocate of the Year’ competition out of over one hundred students.
Outside of work, Laurie-Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her family, hiking and paddle-boarding.
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Recommendations "Laurie is incredibly hard-working, dedicated to everything she does, conscientious, and a person who can be trusted implicitly".
Partner, Willsons Solicitors
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