Jennifer was a well-respected family law practitioner for 6 years prior to commencing practice at the bar. Prior to joining Unit Chambers Jennifer was a successful practitioner at AFG Law. Jennifer is known to have a forensic eye when it comes to her case preparation and undertakes all aspects of her advocacy in a calm yet persuasive style and manner.

Jennifer ensures that the client understands every step of the process and has a natural ability to reassure clients at high-stress points in their life. Being proactive is a key element of how Jennifer works and always strives to move cases forward in a fair and collaborative way. She is well respected and has experience and expertise in representing parents, extended family members, children, and interveners. Jennifer appears in all levels of the Family Court.

Jennifer accepts instructions on behalf of local authorities and parents. Her practice encompasses both public and private children law, which includes:

• Care Proceedings

• Discharge of Care Orders

• Child Arrangement Orders (spend time with/live with orders)

• Applications for Special Guardianship Orders

• Representation of children subject to rule 16.4

• Fact Finding Hearings

• Adoption Applications

• Leave to Revoke Placement Orders

• Injunctive Relief (Non-molestation and Occupation Orders)

Jennifer has experience in public proceedings involving issues of chronic neglect, domestic abuse, substance misuse, non-accidental injuries, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse. Jennifer is known for having the requisite skills in representing vulnerable parents.

In relation to private law proceedings, Jennifer is regularly instructed in complex cases involving issues of parental alienation and domestic abuse.

2022 - Present | Consultant Barrister, Unit Chambers

2017 - 2022  | Associate Solicitor, AFG Law

2016 | Assistant Solicitor, Merrick Solicitors

2015 - 2016  | Assistant Solicitor, WHN Solicitors