Barristers

Nadia Koucheksarai

Nadia Koucheksarai

Exchange Chambers, North West

Work Department

Family

Position

Nadia practises exclusively in family law. When practising as a solicitor she was a member of the Children Panel. Nadia undertook extensive advocacy representing both parents and children. Nadia continues to represent children; including those with capacity to instruct her in their own right, as well as children via their court appointed guardians.

Nadia’s practice is predominantly in Public Law. She is regularly instructed in matters involving allegations of inflicted injury, physical, sexual and emotional abuse. She has considerable experience of representing parents with capacity and cognitive issues, including working alongside intermediaries. Nadia has also undertaken a number of cases dealing with jurisdictional issues including the application of Article 15 Brussels II revised.

In Private Law proceedings Nadia has substantial experience representing both parents and Guardians in finding of fact hearings dealing with serious sexual and physical harm allegations. She is often instructed to represent the interests of the children in matters dealing with complex family dynamics and the instruction of experts.

Nadia prides herself on her thorough preparation, personable approach and focused advice.

Career

Called 2003

Memberships

FLBA

Leisure

Nadia has volunteered with Temple Legal Clinic since 2019.