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Head of Professional Regulatory, Oxford

"Christopher Alder is "highly recommended", say clients" (Legal 500, 2011)

Chris joined the firm in 1998 and is a specialist in professional regulatory matters.  He regularly presents claims of misconduct and incompetence before professional conduct / disciplinary committees.  He also provides training to these committees in areas such as judicial review.  Prior to qualification, Chris worked as the acting deputy registrar at the General Optical Council, the professional body of optometrists and opticians.

Chris is a member of the Association of Regulatory and Disciplinary Lawyers.  In 2007, Chris was awarded Higher Rights of Audience by the Law Society, in recognition of his experience in this field.  This enables him to advocate in any court.