JUNIOR PROFILE
James Mulholland

James Mulholland

UK Bar 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

James practises in matters regarding children. He has a particular interest in private law matters concerning parental alienation. James also represents parents, grandparents and Guardians in public law proceedings.

James is regularly instructed in complex matters and represents parents, grandparents and children. He has represented clients where there have been allegations of parental alienation, domestic abuse and sexual abuse. James also advises and represents those who seek the Court to make orders regarding specific issues in relation to their children’s welfare, such as disputes over medical intervention and schooling.

He is also regularly instructed in matters concerning removing children from the jurisdiction on a temporary or permanent basis.

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Career

MA Political Science, The University of Edinburgh

LLB, The College of Law

Graduate Diploma of Law, The College of Law

Bar Vocational Course, The College of Law

Professional Memberships

Family Law Bar Association

Pegasus Scholar

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

Family: Children - London (Bar)

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

James Mulholland is an expert at representing children, guardians and parents in complex private and public law cases. He routinely acts in matters concerning allegations of serious sexual abuse and physical harm.

Strengths

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  • Clients appreciate the fact that he takes a direct approach and furnishes honest, realistic advice.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar
  • James Mulholland is excellent at advising on complex matters and someone who builds a good rapport with the client.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar
  • James is a pleasure to instruct, not only because of his excellent preparation, grasp of the case and advocacy skills, but also because of his approachability.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar
  • He is calm in court and always to the point.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar

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London (Bar)

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