At Field Court Chambers, Paula Diaz is a key port of call for handling instructions across the whole spectrum of public child law matters, including cases involving allegations of fabricated or induced illness, physical and emotional abuse, and forced marriage. Barry McAlinden appears in proceedings concerning jurisdictional issues, and Martina Van der Leij has extensive experience in handling cases involving complex medical issues. Joanna Thom is adept at advising on public and private child law matters.
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