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Provided by TV Edwards LLP
We are recognised for excellence in all areas of family law. We are commended as leaders in the field of public law children cases; whilst somewhat unusually also housing a prominent matrimonial practice acting for clients in complex and high-value financial remedy cases. The team excels in representing high profile and international individuals with significant wealth, whilst totally committed to delivering the same quality service to its legally aided clients. Our lawyers prioritise combining notable expertise with clarity and compassion so clients are exceptionally well supported. The department has 10 children law accredited lawyers, three lawyers are Resolution accredited specialists (private children, child abduction, complex financial and property matters and domestic abuse), and an accredited specialist in family law (advanced).
Sarah Inchley joined the team in 2023 bringing a wealth of experience in representing parents in children law cases, most notably abduction and relocation cases.
Our expertise covers the full spectrum of family law, including: adoption, child abduction, child arrangements, child protection/care proceedings, cohabitation, divorce, financial remedies, FGM, forced marriage, surrogacy and fertility, and pre and post nuptial agreements.
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TV Edwards has an established family law team with notable strength in public care work. Lawyers within the group have deep expertise in abuse and neglect cases, as well as those concerning children with complex mental health needs. The firm remains committed to taking on legal aid cases as well as advising clients privately.
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It is a fantastic firm with so many outstanding individuals there.
TV Edwards are reliable, provide excellent legal advice and are friendly and approachable.
TV Edwards is an extremely strong team of committed practitioners.
TV Edwards is excellent and great across the board, particularly for guardian work.
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Deborah Piccos is a phenomenal advocate and very persuasive.
She provides excellent representation for her clients, always going the extra mile, and she thinks strategically.
Alia Lewis is adept at advising on public care proceedings and has a particular focus on cases concerning neurodivergent children. She is head of the firm's public children law team.
Alia Lewis is really passionate and the leading authority on representing neurodivergent children.
Claire Longland has a strong practice as an advocate for the rights of children and young people. She has key experience in care proceedings arising from allegations of sexual abuse and non-accidental injuries.
Claire Longland's client care is outstanding and she is very dedicated to her clients.
Claire's real devotion to the job stands out.
Claire is a brilliant lawyer and an expert in her field.
Ghazal Hill is known for her skill in representing children in public law proceedings. Her work includes complex cases concerning deprivation of liberty, non-accidental injury and other welfare concerns.
Ghazal is excellent with care and guardian work.
Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters
Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters
Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters
Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters
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