Meena Kumari heads up the ‘knowledgeable and forward thinking’ team at Duncan Lewis Solicitors, which is based across Leeds, Bradford, and Manchester. The practice covers special guardianship orders, child arrangement orders, and adoption in the UK and overseas, with particular strength in culturally complex public children law. Talat Manir is particularly recommended for vulnerable clients, including those with complex health needs due to disabilities or addiction.

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  • ‘Knowledgeable and forward thinking, no false hope.’

  • ‘Talat Munir was especially good and understanding throughout. Communication was efficient.’

  • ‘I was served by Duncan Lewis solicitor in an incredible way. The solicitor was professional in approach, attentive, patience, punctual and provided relevant counsel to my case. They were always available and responded timely to my emails and text messages.’

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Meena Kumari

Other key lawyers

Talat Manir, Sophia Hussain, Emily Reed