Samantha is an experienced and established family law practitioner that has specialised in children act proceedings both public law and private law. She provides frank and sensitive advice enabling clients to make informed decisions throughout the duration of their case. She will go above and beyond to provide exceptional service. She is regarded as a tenacious and persuasive advocate.
Samantha will represent Local Authorities, parents, guardians and other interested parties / intervenors. She has experience dealing with cases involving the following issues:-
- Serious non-accidental injuries (fractures, baby shakes, infant death and bruising);
- Sexual abuse (including familial abuse and rape);
- Fabricated and or induced illnesses;
- Female Genital Mutilation;
- Deprivation of Liberty;
- Chronic neglect, emotional and psychological abuse;
- Drug and Alcohol abuse (she is experienced working with cases allocated to FDAC);
- Adults or children whom have learning difficulties or disabilities;
- Domestic Violence / Domestic Abuse (including honour-based abuse);
- Adoption;
- Special Guardianship;
- Child Arrangement disputes including intractable contact disputes and alienation.
Samantha is qualified to accept instructions on a Direct Access basis.
