Hodge Jones & Allen’s children’s team is now headed up by Vanessa Friend, following Jacqueline Major’s move to Clintons in August 2024. Raj Bhattoa, who joined from Stowe Family Law LLP in October 2024, represents clients in a range of private and public children matters, including international cases and child abduction. Phoebe Hill, who also joined from Stowe Family Law, handles Schedule 1 claims and complex child arrangements work.
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Vanessa Friend
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Raj Bhattoa; Sarah Norman-Scott; Phoebe Hill; Rebecca Coates; Hannah Yellop