Alice is a 2024 graduate of Durham University Law School and has been a Paralegal in the Safeguarding Children Team since July 2024.
Specialises in:
Expertise
- Safeguarding children
- Child Protection pre-proceedings
- Domestic Abuse
- Public and Private Children Law proceedings
Key experience
Assisting with complex cases involving domestic abuse, neglect, inflicted injuries, and clients who are vulnerable by virtue of mental health issues, learning difficulties, substance abuse.
Relevant experience
Children Act 1989 proceedings
Client
“Alice has been very helpful and made me feel relaxed. She has kept us up-to-date on everything and always replies to my questions quickly. Any questions I had, no matter how silly I thought they were, were answered.
Professional memberships & accolades
Womens Lawyers NE
Student Mobility Foundation
Expert commentary & updates
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Operating from offices in Newcastle and Wallsend, Hay & Kilner’s Family Law Team offers comprehensive legal support across all aspects of family law, ensuring tailored support for every client.
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Is it time to rethink: Should children be seen but not heard?
Anna Curphey, from our Divorce & Family Team, explores the relevance of ‘seen but not heard’ in today’s family law context.
Collaborative solutions: Avoiding court in family disputes
Fiona Ryans, from our Divorce & Family Team, explains how to avoid court in divorce using mediation and collaborative approaches for a more amicable separation.
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