Band 1
Provided by Kate Tompkins
Kate is a specialist family and children law barrister. She previously enjoyed a combined criminal and family practice qualifying as specialist rape advocate and Grade 3 prosecutor in criminal proceedings.
Kate offers invaluable advice and guidance to her clients at all stages of the legal process. She has extensive experience of representing parties in proceedings involving the death, rape, serial sexual abuse, severe physical abuse, chronic neglect of children and, of cases involving coercive and controlling parents. She uses her knowledge of both jurisdictions to ensure that the best possible outcome is achieved for clients involved in family proceedings that arise as a result of the alleged commission of a serious criminal offence. She is experienced in cases involving complex and advanced medical evidence.
In private and public law family cases Kate acts for parents, children, other extended family members and local authorities. She is particularly well regarded for her calm and creative approach in private law family cases when presented with a seemingly intractable relocation, residence or contact dispute.
As a qualified family dispute mediator Kate offers mediation for all manner of family disputes, including issues relating to a child’s residence (including relocation abroad) or contact with another family member or issues relating to the care of sick or elderly relatives.
Kate also accepts direct access instructions.
Called 2003 Lincoln’s Inn
Appointed as a Recorder in the Family Court
• Family Law Bar Association
• Association of Lawyers for children
• Resolution
• Lincoln’s Inn
Provided by Chambers
Kate Tompkins is a children law specialist who handles both private and public law issues. She has particular expertise in cases where a serious allegation is made against one parent and the other seeks full custody. Her practice has seen her receive instructions in matters with jurisdictional disputes.
Provided by Chambers
She was very well prepared, presented exceptionally well in court and her orders were detailed and quick.
She's always focused on what's best for the child.
An outstanding junior who is very good with the clients. She has a gravitas well beyond her years. Judges like her sensible no-drama common sense approach to all matters.
Kate is an excellent advocate who cuts through issues with laser-like focus and is unmatched in cross-examination.
She was very well prepared, presented exceptionally well in court and her orders were detailed and quick.
She's always focused on what's best for the child.
An outstanding junior who is very good with the clients. She has a gravitas well beyond her years. Judges like her sensible no-drama common sense approach to all matters.
Kate is an excellent advocate who cuts through issues with laser-like focus and is unmatched in cross-examination.