Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters

Alison Leivesley is head of the family practice at Bindmans and very well regarded in the market. She has experience acting on behalf of parents in public law children matters, such as care proceedings involving non-accidental injury and abuse allegations. She is also noted for her expertise in cases that relate to FGM and forced marriage.

"Alison is a wonderful troubleshooter who is acutely sensitive and won't accept a situation that is unsatisfactory, if it can be remedied. She is also a great pleasure to work with."

"She is extremely calm, always on top of the brief, knows exactly what she wants to achieve and works collaboratively. She is amongst the best solicitors I have worked with."

"Alison is completely dedicated, ensures the client's case is properly prepared and offers great insights into strategy."

"She thrives when there is an international aspect to a case and in persuading foreign experts into providing evidence in cases."

Maud Davis is renowned for her expert children practice and longstanding public law experience. She is regularly at the forefront of complex safeguarding matters, including cases concerning deprivation of liberty, severe abuse and mental health issues.

"What Maud says carries weight and she has a wisdom about her that everyone respects. She does a lot of her own advocacy and has that gravitas when she speaks, which judges listen to."

"Maud has an unrivalled depth of experience in public law cases and guardian work. She has a vast array of knowledge, as well as a first class understanding of the law."

"Maud Davis is a renowned expert in public law matters."

"On any questions regarding public children law, she will know the answer.."

"Maud is a very experienced advocate and will go the extra mile."

Megan Rothman is an associate who advises clients in complex public law proceedings, with experience in issues such as non-accidental injury, abuse allegations and mental health concerns.

"Megan Rothman is an absolute star. She builds up a rapport with clients who are extremely vulnerable and they trust her implicitly."

"Megan is an excellent public law practitioner and a lawyer of the highest quality with good judgement and careful thinking."

"Megan will know a case inside out and back to front and she has good legal knowledge which she deploys very effectively. She will go a long way in this space."

"Megan is so enthusiastic and passionate regarding her client’s position. She is easy to relate to, intelligent and very hard-working."