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Family: Children - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Mary Hughes' practice focuses heavily on care proceedings where education, community care and leaving care regulations are an issue. She exclusively acts for families rather than local authorities and has recently appeared in a number of complex non-accidental injury cases.
Strengths
Mary is very good at her job and a barrister who energises the court - you underestimate her at your peril. When Mary is in a case, you cannot ignore her presence in court, save to your detriment.
Mary is an experienced advocate, who comes into her own when examining/cross-examining in highly contested matters. She is relatable and puts clients at ease.