Family: Children

Elizabeth McGrath KC is an expert family law practitioner with a broad range of experience in children work. She regularly handles cases of neglect as well as serious injury and sexual abuse.

"Elizabeth instils an immediate sense of trust and confidence in her clients."

Lawrence Messling is a senior junior who focuses exclusively on serious public law children cases, in which he is regularly instructed by local authorities, parents and guardians. His caseload includes complex fact-finding cases, fabricated illnesses and multi-jurisdictional aspects. He is skilled at dealing with matters involving mental health issues.

"Lawrence is always a go-to counsel in care work."

Stephen Abberley is respected for his undertaking of public and private children law work in particular. He represents parents, children and authorities, advising them on care, placement and adoption proceedings as well as factitious illness, sexual abuse, inflicted injuries and non-accidental injuries.

"He is a very strong advocate who is very experience and well respected."

"He is tireless in his pursuit of his client's goals."

Vanessa Meachin KC is a prominent family law specialist whose practice spans care, adoption and private children work. Her cases often concern serious allegations, including non-accidental injuries and fabricated illnesses.

"Vanessa is always well prepared and has a fantastic way with clients."

"Vanessa is a fierce advocate."

"Vanessa is simply top-tier."

Aimee Fox draws on expertise in both family and education law to advise in a range of financial remedy cases, including high-value matters and matters involving children such as relocation and domestic violence. She is highly praised for her detailed preparation and quality advocacy.

"Amy is an exceptional barrister. Clients really value her practical and level-headed advice. She is technically adept and really rolls her sleeves up to understand the client's needs and priorities."

"She is a hard negotiator and a charming advocate. Aimee is always an absolute pleasure to work with."

"Aimee is absolutely incredible. She is a real class act. She quickly grasps complicated issues and is a persuasive advocate."

Dorian Day is an experienced advocate with a strong childcare practice. He frequently acts in matters concerning serious physical abuse, as well as non-accidental injury cases.

"Nothing seems to faze Dorian and he instils confidence in the client."

"Dorian is an extremely robust advocate. Nothing is too complex for him and he quickly grasps the sensitivities of any case."

"A fabulous, caring barrister with high level of advocacy skills and much liked by clients."

Michael George is an accomplished junior with experience in a range of matrimonial finance cases, including those that involve high-value assets such as farms and pensions. He is well equipped to deal with matters where offshore assets are involved.

"Michael is always seeking out pragmatic solutions. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of case law; he's a charming advocate and yields amazing outcomes."

"He has excellent technical skills and he's a formidable advocate."

"He simply shines in all aspects of his work. His attention to detail, knowledge, competence and advocacy skills are simply amazing. He's truly excellent."

Amy Beddis is a sought-after family law barrister, with particular expertise in TOLATA cases and other financial remedy matters. Clients praise her for her strong advocacy skills.

"Amy is excellent with clients, while still fighting their corner and being very knowledgeable."

"Amy's advocacy is to the point and very clear and concise. She is very helpful and easy to work with, often putting clients at ease."

Frida Dalhqvist handles public and private law cases involving children. She has extensive experience of representing vulnerable clients in cases of serious physical, sexual and emotional abuse. She is also noted for her work in adoption matters.

"Frida is approachable, technically sound and efficient."

Nathalie Bull is an experienced practitioner who is regularly instructed in private law children cases. She is adept at handling cases concerning sexual and physical abuse claims, as well as parental alienation matters.

"Nathalie does more than exceed expectations and is a true professional."

"She's very methodical and knows her stuff."

"Nathalie provides a high standard of service for the client."

Nicola Martin is an experienced junior barrister with expertise in both private and public family law proceedings. Her cases range from complex children matters concerning serious injuries to financial remedy disputes.

"She has always impressed and can be relied upon in particularly challenging cases."

"Nicola is a solid and dependable advocate with a very good client manner."

"She has the ability to undertake any matter."

Paul Froud is an expert in public children law. He handles a range of cases, from those dealing with sexual abuse to neglect and non-accidental injury matters.

"Paul is fantastic on his feet and provides impeccable client care."

"He always gives a voice to the voiceless and is impressive and effective in his advocacy."