At Spire Barristers, Taryn Lee KC is highly regarded for her established track record in handling complex cases involving allegations of severe abuse against children, and is equally strong in advising on private children law matters, with a key focus on parental alienation issues. Jacqueline Thomas KC has been kept busy acting for local authorities and parents in complex children law matters; she acts as joint head of chambers with Sarah Blackmore, who is very experienced in representing vulnerable parents. Marie Harbin is instructed by local authorities, parents and the Children’s Guardian in cases involving serious injuries and sexual abuse.

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