Goodman Ray, Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters

About

Provided by Goodman Ray

Goodman Ray is the boutique children and family firm. The firm has a reputation for excellence in all fields of children and family work.

Goodman Ray is a powerhouse in children public law, representing parents and children through their Children’s Guardians. We have a strong team of accredited lawyers dealing with a wide range of cases including complex medical cases, cases where the effects of undiagnosed medical conditions are confused with signs of abuse, allegations of physical injury, as well as cases involving allegations of sexual and emotional abuse. We have a highly regarded specialist adoption team with a reputation for excellence and renowned name for being at the forefront of cutting-edge law.

In 2022 the firm moved to offices at 9 Gough Square, in the heart of London’s legal center, a stone’s throw away from the Royal Courts of Justice and the Central Family Court. Their new offices provide conference and meeting rooms, suitable for remote Court hearings, meetings, and an open-plan area to host seminars, training events and to encourage collaborative working. Goodman Ray opened a second office in Brighton following a significant increase in work on the South Coast, with a permanent address a few minutes from the Family Court.

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Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Goodman Ray fields a well-regarded family law practice that frequently represents parents and guardians of children in public law proceedings. The team handles serious cases relating to non-accidental injuries and abuse, often requiring technical medical examination. Lawyers at Goodman Ray also have broader experience in areas such as adoption, wardship and surrogacy and fertility law.

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Strengths

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Goodman Ray is one of the leading children law firms in London with an excellent reputation. They attract and retain really good solicitors and it's always a treat to work with them.

Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters respondent
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Goodman Ray is one of the leading children law firms in London with an excellent reputation. They attract and retain really good solicitors and it's always a treat to work with them.

Family/Children Law: Public Law Matters respondent
UK

Notable Practitioners

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Peggy Ray

Senior Statespeople

Peggy Ray is senior partner and co-founder of Goodman Ray. She is renowned for the wealth of experience she brings to complex and sensitive public law disputes involving the care and welfare of children.

Peggy is an excellent child lawyer.

Peggy is one of the most prominent practitioners in this space.

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Hannah Perry

Band 1

Hannah Perry is recognised for her experience in public law issues. She acts for children and parents in care proceedings including complex cases of abuse and domestic violence.

Hannah shows huge attention to detail and provides a voice to vulnerable clients.

Hannah is an exceptional lawyer who is caring, considerate and goes above and beyond.

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Emma Sherrington

Band 2

Emma Sherrington is a public law specialist who has expertise in non-accidental injury, falsely induced illness and sexual abuse allegations. She has experience in representing clients before the High Court.

Emma is dedicated, persistent and a superb solicitor.

Emma always looks for ways to support the client around proceedings, considering all the options to get the best possible outcome for them.

Emma is very experienced, dedicated to her work and knowledgeable.

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Kevin Skinner

Band 2

Kevin Skinner is noted for his significant presence in public law, taking on complex cases such as domestic and cross-border care proceedings involving serious allegations of abuse, criminal behaviour and radicalisation.

Kevin is a big name in the field and has expertise in more than one heavyweight area of public law.

Kevin's written advocacy is absolutely brilliant and on par with leading counsel. He deals with the most complex work and does it brilliantly. He is absolutely magnificent.

Kevin is very popular with clients and really knows this area of law.

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Catriona Allan

Up and Coming

Catriona Allan advises clients on a wide variety of public children law matters. Her expertise includes proceedings concerning non-accidental injury, deprivation of liberty and other welfare concerns.

Catriona provides great all-round advice and inspires confidence.

Catriona Allan is a very experienced solicitor and provides an excellent service to clients.

I don't know where Catriona finds the time to do the work she does. Her analysis of the evidence and issues is impressive.

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