Moira Ashton-Walsh

Moira Ashton-Walsh specialises in private law Children Act matters and has a reputation for sensitive yet robust representation of clients.  Moira qualified first as a psychologist before coming to the bar and is often briefed in cases where there is detailed expert evidence and complex cross examination is required.   She has a focus on making progress in hitherto seemingly intractable disputes and alienation cases.  She is sought out by professional clients for her deeply considered approach to clients and for the time she gives to listen to them and to articulate their concerns with impact in her advocacy and drafting.  She is known for giving insightful, robust and realistic advice.

Moira is an experienced negotiator and takes a measured, pragmatic and calm approach to disputes between lay parties.  Her cross examination is focused and determined.  She has appeared in the Court of Appeal and High Court in cases involving non-accidental death of a child, rape of a child, specific issue of male circumcision, falsifying of medical evidence to disprove paternity and alienation cases giving rise to change in residence.  Her cases often present with challenges over alcohol, drug and mental health issues.  Moira practices as a mediator and is also Direct Access Qualified.  She is frequently sought out in entrenched private law disputes where a fresh and robust approach is required.