Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters

Bridget Thompson is a consultant with the firm and a public law specialist, noted for her extensive children law practice. She is frequently called upon by parents and family members to resolve complex issues, as well as advising on adoption cases.

"Bridget is the doyenne of public law children work. She is highly respected and a thought leader in this space."

"Bridget is somebody who is all-seeing and will know the strategy inside-out. She is a heavyweight in this space but also extremely nice to work with."

"Bridget has a phenomenal reputation, is a very good lawyer and one of the stars in children work."

Jonathan Jonas is a senior associate and solicitor advocate with a great deal of experience representing children in public law proceedings. He is highly esteemed for his ability to advise on cases with very complex issues surrounding child welfare.

"He is highly intelligent, strategic and an effective litigator who can navigate difficult situations."

"Jonathan is very dedicated to representing his client and is a dream to work with. I have a lot of respect for him."

"Jonathan is thorough, intelligent, hard-working and committed. He knows the law very well and is committed to the rights of children."

Maria Kitsiou represents parents, children and guardians on a range of public law matters including those with allegations of abuse, non-accidental injury and parental alienation. She is head of the firm's domestic children team.

"Maria is the most exceptional lawyer and it is always a delight to work with her. She is a real strategist and you cannot fault her."

"Maria takes a child-focused approach to cases. She is good at grasping how a child might feel in a situation and this makes her stand out as excellent in her field."

"Maria does a lot of her own advocacy and is the perfect solicitor. She has the client's back, but she is also incredibly collaborative and works in partnership with other lawyers on the case."

"Maria is an excellent advocate for her clients and is always on top of the details of the case. She ensures the clients' voices are heard."

Tom Trim is a senior associate noted for his work on public law cases concerning serious allegations of child neglect, harm and abuse. He can also advise on adoption proceedings.

"Tom is incredibly bright and is aware of everything in a case. He is the future of the family law world. I am really impressed by him; he is incredibly forensic."

"Tom is a rising star. He gives strong, no-nonsense advice to clients, goes the extra miles, is empathetic, works hard and provides a personable style which clients value."

"Tom is very hard-working, has excellent preparation and he really listens to and works well with counsel."