Sam Elliott
UK Bar Guide 2025
Band 4 : Family: Children
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About
Provided by Sam Elliott
Practice Areas
Sam is a barrister who specialises in children law, both public and private law. He is particularly sought after in cases which require robust and sensitive cross-examination. He is frequently instructed in matters of complexity such as cases of child abduction, applications to permanently remove the children from the jurisdiction, cases of implacable hostility between the parents, and cases involving allegations of serious domestic abuse and violence.
Sam is regularly led in the most serious of cases, including non-accidental injury, sexual abuse and fictitious and induced illness.
Chambers Review
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Sam Elliott specialises in children law matters. He has significant experience of acting in matters involving non-accidental injuries, placement disputes, abduction and allegations of abuse. Additionally, Sam sits as a Deputy District Judge.
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Provided by Chambers
"Sam is extremely competent in children matters and is excellent at cross-examination."
"Sam always provides detailed advice, demonstrating his extensive knowledge and passion for the work that he undertakes."
"He engages well with clients, provides thorough advice and reiterates objectives to ensure that the clients understand the advice and the proceedings and remain engaged in the process throughout."
"Sam is an excellent advocate in both complex private law and public law cases. He is always well prepared and has a good rapport with clients."
"Sam is extremely competent in children matters and is excellent at cross-examination."
"Sam always provides detailed advice, demonstrating his extensive knowledge and passion for the work that he undertakes."
"He engages well with clients, provides thorough advice and reiterates objectives to ensure that the clients understand the advice and the proceedings and remain engaged in the process throughout."
"Sam is an excellent advocate in both complex private law and public law cases. He is always well prepared and has a good rapport with clients."
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