Oliver is great on his feet and quick to reassure clients with a friendly smile. He provides a sound strategy to achieve a client’s goal without getting lost in ancillary matters, cutting through the noise and focussing on the important issues.”

The Legal 500 2024, Chancery, Probate and Tax

Oliver is a trained mediator and experienced mediation counsel who deals with a whole range of legal disputes, but in particular contentious probate, trusts, and real estate disputes. He offers a practical and friendly approach that encourages parties, even in fiercely contested matters, to take advantage of the mediation process in order to settle their disputes and avoid the stress, effort, and costs of trial.

Oliver trained with the London School of Mediation. Although based in the South West, he attends mediations throughout the country and has undertaken mediation by telephone.

His recent experience includes:

  • Mediations of claims under Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
  • Challenges to wills and lifetime gifts
  • Proprietary estoppel/constructive trust claims
  • Lease renewal

Directory Quotes

Oliver is a highly skilled barrister whose skill and expertise is evident on every instruction. In addition to his impressive breadth of knowledge, he is incredibly skilled in interacting with clients.’

The Legal 500 2024, Property and Construction

Oliver grasps complex issues very quickly. He is technically good and gives sound reliable advice. The way he presents in court is very calm and forthright. ‘He is on top of the details and is able to advise the clients on the weaknesses on the other side’s position. He gives an air of confidence that is impressive.’ “

Chambers UK 2024, Real Estate Litigation

Not only is Oliver incredibly knowledgeable but importantly he is able to build a good rapport with clients and provide sensible and commercial advice.’”

The Legal 500 2024, Court of Protection and Community Care

Oliver is an excellent problem solver with a forensic eye for detail. His reassuring and calming style is a real asset.”

The Legal 500 2023, Chancery, Probate and Tax

Oliver is very knowledgeable and experienced. He is able to quickly get to grips with complex information, clients feel understood when represented by him, and he works well under pressure.”

Legal 500 2023, PROPERTY AND CONSTRUCTION

Oliver is excellent with clients. He is able to strike a good balance between being authoritative and empathetic in what are often very sensitive matters. His advice is thorough and reliable.”

Legal 500 2023, COURT OF PROTECTION AND COMMUNITY CARE

Oliver is absolutely solid. He has an excellent knowledge of the practice area, and his reassuring and calming style is a real asset.”

Legal 500 2023, AGRICULTURE

  • Qualifications & awards:

    • BA (Hons) Modern History (Oxon.)
    • M.St Modern History (History of the United States of America) (Oxon.)
    • GDL (City)
    • Exhibitioner of Lincoln College, Oxford (2003-2005)
    • Scholarship from the Rhodes Trust (2003)
    • Queen Mother Scholar
    • Harmsworth Entrance Exhibitioner of Middle Temple (2007-2009)

  • Professional memberships:

    • ACTAPS (Associate Member)
    • STEP (Affiliate Member)
    • Chancery Bar Association
    • Agricultural Law Association
    • Court of Protection Bar Association
    • Property Bar Association

  • Oliver Wooding is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.