About Beth
Beth accepts instructions predominantly in civil litigation, including planning and regulation, property (commercial and residential) and contractual disputes.
Beth also welcomes instructions seeking advice, having previously been the trusted ‘go-to’ person for deciphering niche and complex legal matters.
Beth is based in Devon and primarily accepts instructions across the South West, but is happy to accept instructions across Wales and the North West, where she continues to maintain professional connections.
In her spare time, Beth loves getting outdoors in nature at any time of the year and she enjoys snorkelling, kayaking, horse riding, swimming and hiking, along with getting involved with conservation and environmental projects across Devon and Cornwall.
Civil Law
Beth accepts instructions in civil law in the following areas:
- Planning
- Regulation
- Property (possession, landlord and tenant - commercial and residential)
- Consumer Rights Acts (contractual disputes, consumer credit, sale of goods)
Beth is known for her thorough preparation and dependable approach. She frequently receives repeat instructions from Solicitors, who value her ability to take ownership of a case and provide clear, practical and well-considered advice throughout.
Environmental Law
Beth is developing a niche practice and thought leadership in environmental and nature law, and she continues to welcome all instructions relating to this area.
Beth is known across Devon and Cornwall for her involvement in a variety of environmental and conservation matters.
Family Law
Beth accepts instructions in family law in the following areas:
- Private law (all areas, including rule 16.4)
- Public law
Beth is highly experienced and aware of the complexities of family law matters. Prior to formally qualifying at the Bar, Beth was the service manager for two NACCC accredited supervised contact centres in Liverpool and Birkenhead at the National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS).
Beth is a trauma-informed Barrister and she is particularly experienced in supporting vulnerable clients sensitively yet fearlessly in domestic abuse matters and family time arrangements. Beth is experienced in supporting clients with additional needs, having supported children and young people with SEN in various roles prior to joining the Bar.
Beth is also experienced in representing Local Authorities in public law matters, along with representing the thoughts, feelings and wishes of the child under rule 16.4.
Memberships & Advisory
In additional to her practice at the Bar, Beth sits as an independent foster panel member, where she ensures the voice of the child is listened to and taken into account.
Beth is a trained civil and commercial mediator (ADR-ODR).
Qualifications
- English BA (hons) First Class
- Master of Laws in Qualifying Law, With Merit
- BPTC, Very Competent
- Civil and Commercial Mediation (ADR-ODR)
Privacy Notice
This privacy notice explains how, why and for how long Bethany Wright will process or retain your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
If Bethany has been instructed by you, your litigation friend, your solicitor or agent, or through a pro bono referral, it is necessary to process your personal data in order to provide legal services. This may include advising on the prospects of litigation, advising on the value of a claim, representation at hearings or trial, and reviewing legal issues or evidence.
Recipients of your data
Depending on the nature of your case, data may be shared with courts and tribunals, your solicitors or agents, witnesses, experts, other legal representatives, ombudsmen or regulators, education and examining bodies, and current, past or prospective employers.
Special categories of data
Some matters require processing special category personal data, including information about health, ethnicity, religion, trade union membership, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or criminal allegations and convictions. Such data will only be processed where necessary to represent you or advise on your claim.
Retention
Your personal data will be retained for no longer than necessary and, where possible, anonymised. In general, records relating to cases are retained for at least six years to comply with professional obligations under the Bar Code of Conduct and tax record-keeping obligations.
Once your case has concluded and any fees have been paid, only the personal data necessary for regulatory compliance, conflict checking, defence of complaints or fee disputes, and reference in future similar cases will be retained.
Your rights
You may request confirmation that your personal data is being processed, request a copy of that data, request rectification of inaccurate data, object to certain processing, request restriction of processing, or request erasure where the GDPR permits it. Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time, although doing so may mean Bethany can no longer provide the legal services requested.
Security
Appropriate physical and technical measures are taken to safeguard your personal data and prevent unauthorised access, accidental loss, misuse or disclosure.
Complaints or queries
If you have any questions about this privacy notice, or how your personal data is used, please email clerking@thebarristergroup.co.uk or the clerks at clerking@thebarristergroup.co.uk, or call 01823 247 247.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). Further information is available at ico.org.uk/global/contact-us/.
Work with Bethany
Send us your details and a member of the clerking team will be in touch. Or call us now on 01823 247 247.