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Bindmans LLP

Family/Children Law: International Abduction, Adoption and Surrogacy

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Bindmans LLP

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About

Provided by Bindmans LLP

Our Family Law team has a national reputation for handling complex cases. The team provides tailored, individual advice on relationships, children, and international matters and is recognised as a leader in the field of cross-border family law disputes.

We handle a wide spectrum of complex cases involving:

  • Inherent jurisdiction
  • Child abduction
  • Jurisdictional disputes
  • International relocation
  • Stranded spouses
  • Forced marriage
  • Female genital mutilation
  • Public law proceedings involving jurisdictional disputes, transfers of jurisdiction or placements outside of the jurisdiction including advising local authorities
  • Acting for foreign governments

Chambers Review

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Family/Children Law: International Abduction, Adoption and Surrogacy - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

The team at Bindmans advises on complex international children law matters, including abduction to Hague Convention and non-Hague Convention jurisdictions. The firm has notable expertise in cases involving immigration issues and trafficking or abuse concerns. It also has strong knowledge of the law pertaining to international adoption and surrogacy.

Strengths

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  • Bindmans are so conscientious and have very knowledgeable lawyers. They are incredibly good at managing clients and realistic outcomes.

    Family/Children Law: International Abduction, Adoption and Surrogacy respondentUK
  • Bindmans has an excellent reputation in the market.

    Family/Children Law: International Abduction, Adoption and Surrogacy respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Associates to watchHannah Marshall
    Associates to watchHannah Marshall

    Hannah Marshall

    Hannah Marshall's family law practice has a notable international dimension, as she often represents vulnerable clients in multi-jurisdictional children matters.

    • Hannah is a good, solid, fair lawyer who works hard for her clients and does impressive written work.

      Family/Children Law: International Abduction, Adoption and Surrogacy respondentUK

Ranked Individuals at Bindmans LLP (1)

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    Hannah Marshall

    Family/Children Law: International Abduction, Adoption and Surrogacy

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