Rhian Jones

Practice Overview

Rhian’s central practice area is Family Law focusing on both Private and Public proceedings concerning children at all court levels. Within such proceedings she acts for all parties including local authorities, parents, children (either by their Guardians or acting independently), extended family members and other interveners. Rhian has a good manner with both professional and lay clients and adapts easily to the different approach which each client requires depending upon the nature of these sensitive proceedings.

Rhian has a broad experience of her chosen specialism ranging from the most straight forward matters to the most significant. Rhian has conducted cases involving injuries to children, including being led in cases involving non-accidental head injuries to children, allegations of sexual abuse involving both adult and child complainants and child poisoning. Rhian has also been involved in a number of cases whereby matters investigated by the criminal courts have been reopened in the family court.

Rhian is always thorough in her preparation and remains up to date on pertinent issues by regularly providing seminars on Children Act matters along with other members of the Family Team at 30 Park Place.

In addition, Rhian’s practice extends into mental health applications and applications concerning vulnerable adults including matters in the Court of Protection.

Notable and Reported cases

• Re E (children: reopening findings of fact) [2019] EWCA Civ 1447
• Re B-L Children [2017] EWCA Civ 1878
• Carmarthenshire County Council v Y [2017] EWFC 36
• Re C (children) [2016] EWCA Civ 374
• C County Council v EH and Ors [2014] EWFC B139

• Family & Child Care

  Rhian’s central practice area is Family Law focusing on both Private and Public proceedings concerning children at all court levels. Within such proceedings she acts for all parties including local authorities, parents, children (either by their Guardians or acting independently), extended family members and other interveners. Rhian has a good manner with both professional and lay clients and adapts easily to the different approach which each client requires depending upon the nature of these sensitive proceedings.

  Rhian has a broad experience of her chosen specialism ranging from the most straight forward matters to the most significant. Rhian has conducted cases involving injuries to children, including being led in cases involving non-accidental head injuries to children, allegations of sexual abuse involving both adult and child complainants and child poisoning. Rhian has also been involved in a number of cases whereby matters investigated by the criminal courts have been reopened in the family court.

  Rhian is always thorough in her preparation and remains up to date on pertinent issues by regularly providing seminars on Children Act matters along with other members of the Family Team at 30 Park Place

• Recommendations

  • "Rhian's ability to explain matters to a client is highly regarded and her drafting is exceptional." (Chambers & Partners 2025 - Family: Children)

  • ‘Rhian is a very able advocate in public law children cases. Her knowledge of the law is second-to-none, and her ability to master a very large volume of papers in a short period of time is extraordinary. She presents cases on behalf of the local authority in a way that is both fair and compelling. Judges are always pleased to see her in their court.’ (Legal 500, 2025 - Family: children and domestic abuse)

  • Tier 1 (Legal 500, 2025 - Court of Protection and community care)

  • Rhian Jones specialises in Children Act cases, particularly public law proceedings involving domestic abuse, sexual abuse and severe non-accidental injuries. She also handles private children work and has significant appellate experience. She is experienced in handling allegations of historic as well as recent crimes."A true example of Wales’ talent. Rhian is an absolutely fantastic advocate. Her knowledge is truly outstanding and her direct but personable approach is greatly appreciated by clients and fellow advocates alike." "Rhian is an exceptional advocate, incredibly detail-oriented and interacts brilliantly with the clients." (Chambers & Partners 2024, Family: Children)

  • ‘She is exceptionally thorough in her work and her attention to detail is at times hard to comprehend. Whenever she walks into a court room you feel confident and her advice is always well-balanced, proportionate and really takes into account what the clients want to achieve.’ - Legal 500, 2024 - Family: Children & Domestic Violence
  • Leading Junior - Legal 500, 2024 - Court of Protection & Community Care
  • "Rhian Jones specialises in Children Act cases, particularly public law proceedings involving domestic abuse, sexual abuse and severe non-accidental injuries.” (Chambers UK, 2023 - Family: Children)
  • "An incredibly intelligent, extremely thorough and meticulous barrister. Rhian has detailed knowledge of each case, is quick to identify the issues and is extremely pragmatic in her approach to finding solutions." (Legal 500, 2023 - Child Law - Public & Private Law)
  •  "A class act in Court of Protection cases; she knows the law inside out. She grasps every single detail of a case and is particularly skilled at the cross-examination of experts." (Legal 500, 2023 - Court of Protection & Community Care)
  • "She's very conscientious and knows her cases inside-out." "She's always willing to assist solicitors where she is able, and clients and solicitors alike always feel safe in her hands." (Chambers UK, 2022)
  • ‘Rhian is an extremely experienced barrister in her chosen field. She is very thorough in her practice and professional in her approach.’ (Legal 500, 2022 - Family & Children Law)
  • ‘Rhian is a very knowledgeable, experienced, and articulate advocate, she is able to explain matters comprehensibly and sensitively and is direct and assertive when needed to reinforce the legal points relied on in support of any application.’ (Legal 500, 2022 - Court of Protection)
  • "She shows a commitment to her work which is outstanding and works well above the call of duty." (Chambers UK, 2021)
  • 'She is a formidable advocate who always is in full control of proceedings.' (Legal 500, 2021 - Family, Child Law)
  • 'One of the strongest counsel in this field and a familiar face within the Court of Protection in South Wales.' (Legal 500, 2021 - Court of Protection)
  • 'Rhian Jones is always so very well prepared for cases and is excellent with clients. She has a bright and sharp legal mind, and can cut to the chase on a case very swiftly and with a clarity of someone of many more years call.' (Chambers UK, 2020)
  • 'Produces detailed written work and takes charge in the court room.’ (Legal 500, 2020 - Family & Children Law)
  • ‘ A formidable advocate who is always in full control of proceedings.' (Legal 500, 2020 - Court of Protection)
  • 'Incredibly well prepared. Everything is always meticulously drafted.' (Chambers UK, 2019)
  • ‘Very persuasive and unafraid to take on difficult cases.’ (Legal 500, 2018)
  • 'Highly intelligent and always well prepared.’ (Legal 500, 2018)
  • 'A gifted advocate specialising in family proceedings. Meticulous in her approach and highly recommeded for complex care proceedings.' (Chambers UK, 2018)
  • 'Her discerning eye identifies legal points others have missed'. (Legal 500, 2017)
  • Specialises in Children Act cases, particularly public law proceedings involving domestic abuse, sexual abuse and severe non-accidental injuries. Also handles private children work and has significant appellate experience. Strengths: "Ridiculously well prepared, pragmatic in her approach and gives the clients confidence." (Chambers UK, 2017)
  • 'Up-and-coming barrister who gains plaudits from commentators for her outstanding work in Children Act cases and private family matters. She has represented clients in complex claims involving historic abuse allegations, non-accidental injuries and domestic violence.' "She can handle difficult jobs brilliantly and picks out issues quickly." (Chambers UK, 2016)
• Education & Qualification
  • 2004 – 2007: Cardiff Law School: LLB 2:1
  • 2007 – 2008: Cardiff Law School Centre for Professional Legal Studies: BVC: Outstanding 
• Awards

  Temple Chambers Prize for Advocacy

• Appointments
  • Recorder (2022)
  • Deputy District Judge (2021)
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