Offering ‘the full package’, TV Edwards Solicitors LLP’s children law team, jointly led by Paul Read and Sarah Inchley, has strong expertise in both public and private law work. Inchley is a noted specialist in international child abduction matters. The team includes Anest Mathias, a modern families specialist, as well as Claire Longland and Deborah Piccos, who both have strong expertise in complex public law proceedings involving non-accidental injury and sexual abuse. Alpa Ghelani, ’a force to be reckoned with’, represents both parents and children in care cases involving serious allegations.
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‘Lindsay Blake is exceptional. She is very personable and easy to work with, and she prepares her cases so well, working very hard to make sure all angles are covered.'
‘TV Edwards offers the full package – their large team has expertise in all areas of family law. They are noted for their experience in complex child protection cases, representing both parents and children. Their experience in related fields, particularly COP and Housing, means they can offer a full service to clients who have complex needs.’
Work highlights
Advised a mother in child abduction proceedings concerning her three children in England, successfully defending against the father’s application for their return to France on the grounds of consent and grave risk of harm.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Paul Read; Sarah Inchley
Other key lawyers
Anest Mathias; Deborah Piccos; Claire Longland; Jenny Newton; Alpa Ghelani; Ghazal Hill; Lindsay Blake; Juanita Kareer; Maria Pilavaki