The agile team at Duncan Lewis Solicitors handles all aspects of domestic family law, including both public care cases and private children law proceedings, as well as international family litigation and child abduction cases. These cases frequently involve multiple parties. It has a particular specialism in representing clients in care proceedings and those who are in emergency situations. Another core area of expertise include acting for victims of domestic violence. Genet Amare and Emily Wright have been promoted to directors.
Testimonials
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‘Duncan Lewis always seems efficient and organised.'
‘Sophie Fretten fights very hard for vulnerable parents and instructs in a very organised way. I would also like to mention Emine Mehmet; she is appropriately exacting and staunch. I have great respect for her.'
‘The practice has a variety of solicitors based in different locations with good levels of legal knowledge. The practitioners provide regular updates to their clients and provide balanced advice in all situations.'
‘I have confidence in the individuals that I have worked with who understand the children they have been instructed to advocate for which leads to ensuring that the best care plans are made for children and their families.'
‘A general well-balanced family team with increasing involvement in more complex work.'
‘Kathy Walker is amazing, she ensures she gets what needs to be done done or makes sure all valid information is corrected, even if that means she dedicates all her time doing so.'
‘Personal attention, combined with expertise, particularly in the field of Hague Convention child abduction.'
‘Helen Newman is an acknowledged experienced expert in the field of Hague Convention child abduction, and is a formidable person to have on your side, and very thorough. Adeeba Naseem is also experienced in child abduction and is very good at building relationships with the client, approachable and hard working.'
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Adeeba Naseem, Alia Lewis, Emine Mehmet, Forida Hakim, Kathy Walker, Laila Bhunnoo, Ravi Kaur Mahey, Sophie Fretten, Emily Wright, Genet Amare