Lauren is a highly skilled domestic abuse and child care solicitor. Based in the Switalskis Huddersfield office, Lauren is dedicated to providing honest, straight forward advice and effective legal support. She advises survivors of domestic abuse and parents who are involved in court proceedings.  

Lauren specialises in: 

•  Representing parents whose children are made subject of care proceedings by the Local Authority.
• Securing injunctions on behalf of victims of domestic violence which include non-molestation and occupation orders. Injunctions can be provided on an urgent basis, so if you feel you need support urgently, please do not hesitate to give Lauren a call.
• Parental disputes about Child Arrangements, including Prohibited Steps Orders and Specific Issue Orders.
• Providing advice and support on applications for Special Guardianship Orders where a child is to be cared for by a family member or close friend.
• Applications for Legal Aid. If you are unable to cover the cost of legal representation, Lauren is able to expertly advise you on whether you would qualify for Legal Aid and the documents you would be required to provide to the Legal Aid Agency in support of your application.
• Assessing and applying for legal aid for clients.

Lauren is a member of the Huddersfield Law Society.

APPROACH

Lauren understands the prospect of attending court can be very daunting and prides herself on being friendly and approachable. Lauren knows that it is very important that clients are kept up to date about their case and will endeavour to update clients on a regular basis.

She is keen to ensure that the advice she provides to clients is clear, realistic and tailored to their own individual needs.

Lauren believes it is important to be able to signpost any client to local support services should they be appropriate.

EXPERIENCE

Lauren has 6 years' legal experience and qualified as a solicitor in January 2023.

Lauren has been involved in complex cases which have included non-accidental injuries to children and adults with complex mental health difficulties.