Description: Katy is a specialist family law practitioner who is building a practice encompassing all areas. Prior to completing pupillage in 2009, Katy practised as a solicitor specialising in family law in a highly regarded Legal 500 firm.
During pupillage, Katy gained considerable experience of international child abduction whilst working on several reported cases. She is familiar with both Hague and non-Hague cases, including Brussels II Revised and cases under the inherent jurisdiction. In ancillary relief, Katy has accepted instructions from the official solicitor. In care proceedings and private law, Katy represents local authorities, parents and children's guardians. She appears at all levels of court. All areas of children work including public law and private law Child Abduction Forced Marriage Ancillary Relief Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 Inheritance (provision for family and dependents) Act 1975 International Movement of Children Wardship/Inherent Jurisdiction All aspects of (Part IV) Family Law Act 1996
Education and Qualifications: LLB (Hons) LLM (Child Law and Human Rights) Kings College, London.
Scholarships and Awards: (2008) Runner up prize winner Dame Joyanne Bracewell essay competition: What provision should the law make for unmarried couples when their relationship breaks down?
Professional Memberships: Middle Temple Family Law Bar Association Human Rights Lawyers Association
