Family/Children Law
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 3
Chambers Review
Laurus has an experienced family team well able to advise on the most complex Children Act disputes and safeguarding issues. The team assists clients with applications for and variations to child arrangements orders as well as supporting parents who are refuting or bringing allegations of abuse, domestic violence and substance misuse.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I have had amazing advice from Laurus and the stress has been less with their guidance. They are the A-team without a doubt,"
"I've been really impressed by Laurus. They really punch above their weight, have a lot of experience and are very thorough."
"They are always very responsive in my dealings with them and they are willing to take advice and adapt their position in response."
"I have had amazing advice from Laurus and the stress has been less with their guidance. They are the A-team without a doubt,"
"I've been really impressed by Laurus. They really punch above their weight, have a lot of experience and are very thorough."
"They are always very responsive in my dealings with them and they are willing to take advice and adapt their position in response."
Notable Practitioners
Steven Gasser is co-founder of Laurus and director of the family law team. He advises on a whole host of disputes centred on private children law, including those that involve child welfare issues and international elements.
"He has a real skill in that he does everything with a smile, which distracts opponents from the fact he is a fantastic lawyer. His manner is effectively disarming."
"Steven has really impeccable judgement, but puts on a fight when he needs to."
"It is clear to me that Steven really does go above and beyond."
Ingrid Starcic is a senior associate and a qualified family mediator with a great deal of experience in children law. She regularly advises parents on disputes over contact and possible safeguarding issues.
"Ingrid really fights for her clients. She gives them realistic advice and fights their corner for them."
"Ingrid is just amazing and provided clear strong advocacy while being sensitive and compassionate to my situation."
"The most dedicated, conscientious solicitor you could imagine, whose attention to detail is extraordinary. She is fantastic with clients and has their interests firmly at heart."