Work Department

Family

Position

Suzanne specialises in family law.

She qualified as a solicitor in 1990 and was a member of the Family Law Panel and Law Society Children Panel. In 2005 Suzanne transferred to the bar.

She is licensed to undertake Direct Access work in family law.

Family 

Public Law Care and Adoption Suzanne represents parents, children and local authorities in care and adoption proceedings. Suzanne has a degree in psychology, including modules in attachment theory and the cognitive and social development of children.

Suzanne has a practical, but approachable manner in working with clients.

Suzanne is a member of the Derby Pause Strategic Board.

Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse Suzanne has over 20 years of experience in representing vulnerable adults and children.  Suzanne specialises in complex cases involving intractable disputes, domestic violence and child protection.  Suzanne offers clear, but sensitive advice.

Suzanne has worked on management committees for organisations supporting those experiencing domestic abuse and has provided training in this area.

Suzanne is a pragmatic and focused advocate. She is licensed by the Bar Council to accept instructions directly from members of the public.

Education

Open University (BSc Hons, psychology) Nottingham Trent University (CPE Solicitors Finals) Essex University (BA Hons, Literature)

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