Further success for Victoria Lees

Victoria successfully argued that two of the children should remain in long term foster care

Victoria Lees represented a mother in a 3 day public law final hearing. The local authority’s plan was adoption for all 3 children. Victoria successfully argued that two of the children should remain in long term foster care and the youngest child who was placed for adoption shall have direct parent and sibling contact.

KBG have considerable experience in representing parents, children, relatives, local authorities, prospective adopters, step-parents, foster parents, officers of CAFCASS and the Official Solicitor in these proceedings and we are dedicated to providing a high level of service to all our clients.

At KBG we recognise the importance to our clients in maintaining consistency of representation throughout the often-lengthy and invariably difficult court process, and our clerks conscientiously ensure that this is achieved wherever possible. Solicitors representing any party in care or other public child-care or adoption matters are welcome to seek advice from us at any stage by telephone, e-mail or in writing. We like to work closely with solicitors in preparing their clients for the hearing and outcome.

If you would like to book counsel for a private or public family hearing please call 01752 221551 or email familyclerks@kbgchambers.co.uk

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