Lyons Davidson has established a name in the family law market by providing comprehensive private and public children law services regarding complex Children Act matters and care orders. The team has standout strength in Hague Convention proceedings, often receiving instructions from distressed parents and local authorities. Philippa Morgan steers the practice and is a member of the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit. Other key members include Donna Cummins, an expert in care and deprivation of liberty orders; Iona Phillips, who specialises in supporting victims of domestic abuse; and Joshua Roderick, experienced in international children cases.
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Work highlights
Advised an appellant mother in the Court of Appeal on matters involving child abduction, FGM, domestic abuse, and child abuse.
Advised a mother on an international child abduction matter for the children to be returned to Ecuador.
Advised the wife in divorce/financial proceedings.
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Joshua Roderick
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Philippa Morgan
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Donna Cummins; Iona Phillips; Joshua Roderick