UK Guide 2026 : London (Firms)
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The team at Freemans Solicitors has notable strength in handling disputes concerning children, particularly those with cross-border aspects. As well as handling international matters, the firm is highly adept with cases where parents have made allegations of abuse, either against one another or their children.
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The solicitors are extremely on the ball.
I have received excellent service. The team responds efficiently to all communication, updates me and checks in to make sure I understand everything and have the opportunity to ask questions.
A strong team of children lawyers with experience of some of the most complex cases. They are high quality solicitors who always strive to get the best results for their clients.
Freemans provides strong advice, sensitively delivered. It makes sure that expectations for court are clear and realistic, and provides excellent instructions to barristers.
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Nina Hansen is a pre-eminent children law expert with extensive experience, particularly in international children law. Her work includes highly complex abduction cases and relocation disputes.
Nina has good judgement, knows her stuff and has a commanding presence as well. She is someone who will inspire confidence in clients.
Nina remains a standout children lawyer in relation to international and domestic matters.
Nina Hansen is the beating heart of the family department there and she really has an encyclopedic knowledge of international matters in particular.
Laura Coyle is highly experienced in handling complex family law proceedings concerning children. She specialises in work with international elements but also advises clients on domestic Children Act proceedings.
Laura is an absolutely formidable solicitor, the all round package and a brilliant strategist.
What sets her apart is she's experienced with children; she gets on with teenagers and is a fierce lawyer who will fight for her client.
Laura Coyle is a wonderful practitioner who's made a specialty in representing children in cases.
Family/Children Law
Family/Children Law
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