Daniel Messenger

Public family law – Daniel has developed a substantial care practice representing parents, family members, local authorities and children. He has regularly appeared in the High Court and recently was instructed to defend an application under the court’s inherent jurisdiction to restrict the publishing of material in a particularly sensitive matter. He is experienced in cases concerning non-accidental injury, sexual abuse and neglect. He has been praised for his patient and sensitive approach, particularly when dealing with vulnerable clients. Private family law – as well as regularly dealing with disputes concerning child arrangements orders, Daniel is often instructed in cases concerning removal from the jurisdiction and child abduction. Recently, he has been asked by the local judiciary to assist in the training of the local lay justices of the Family Court in such matters. Financial proceedings – Daniel also advises and represents clients in all matters of divorce and financial family law (including TOLATA) and has an excellent record at settling cases without needing to resort to a final hearing.

Dorothy Stringer High School, Brighton; The University of Essex (LLB Law and Politics (Joint Honours)).