Family/Children Law
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(020) 7421 8383Chambers Review
Hughes Fowler Carruthers has an extensive family law practice that offers broad-ranging advice on private children law to its ultra high net worth client base. The firm has a strong focus on international work, including relocation disputes and abduction cases, and also has notable skill in handling sensitive cases involving complex mental health aspects and allegations of coercive control.
Strengths
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"The lawyers at HFC were a dream to work with and their clever management of a case and insightful advice helped us achieve an extraordinarily good outcome."
"They provide amazing service, are really supportive and they get results."
"They really are strategists who work out exactly what the client needs and then deploys with counsel how to get from A to B. They are clear from the start and have stellar lawyers."
"Whoever you go to at HFC you are getting a clever, well-regarded solicitor who has expertise in every field. There is no area of children law they can't handle."
"The firm have been very knowledgeable in all areas we have come across and have provided superb guidance."
"The lawyers at HFC were a dream to work with and their clever management of a case and insightful advice helped us achieve an extraordinarily good outcome."
"They provide amazing service, are really supportive and they get results."
"They really are strategists who work out exactly what the client needs and then deploys with counsel how to get from A to B. They are clear from the start and have stellar lawyers."
"Whoever you go to at HFC you are getting a clever, well-regarded solicitor who has expertise in every field. There is no area of children law they can't handle."
"The firm have been very knowledgeable in all areas we have come across and have provided superb guidance."
Notable Practitioners
Frances Hughes is an esteemed family law practitioner who has many years' experience in handling children law matters. She can advise clients on Children Act proceedings concerning complex issues such as international relocation, abuse allegations and mental health concerns.
"Frances is one of a kind and extremely strong in her knowledge and opinions."
"She is exceptional - a brilliant, fearless lawyer who has excellent instincts."
"She is a legend in children law for good reason - she gets results nobody else can."
Renato Labi is an experienced family law practitioner who represents high net worth clients in private children law matters. In particular he offers expertise in cross-border cases, including international child relocations.
"Renato is the full package. He is experienced, knowledgeable and brings out the best in the client, working out strategically how to get results."
"Renato goes the extra mile both legally and with the client. He makes everything easy and nothing fazes him."
"Renato Labi is a very good children's lawyer who is very pragmatic and gets a good outcome."
"Renato is a great support to his client in rapidly unfolding situations and gives highly appreciated support in court."