Business Details
Expert Family Law Solicitors in London & Brighton
Goodman Ray stands as one of the UK's leading family law firms, renowned for its expertise in children, divorce, and family law. With a national and international reputation, the firm represents high-net-worth and international clients while maintaining a commitment to legally aided individuals. Our team of solicitors and mediators specialise in adoption, surrogacy, child protection, and complex financial disputes, combining technical excellence with a child-centred ethos.We actively promote alternative dispute resolution methods and have been consistently recognised by legal directories for our innovative approach and successful outcomes in high-profile cases. Our lawyers' extensive experience in both litigation and non-court dispute resolution ensures clients receive tailored, effective representation across the full spectrum of family law matters.
Services
Adoption Law
Child Protection
Divorce Proceedings
Surrogacy Arrangements
International Child Abduction
Financial Disputes
Mediation Services
Forced Marriage Cases
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in complex family law cases
- Our team includes Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked specialists
- We handle international family law matters with cross-border expertise
- We combine litigation strength with innovative alternative dispute resolution
- Our child-centred approach prioritises family welfare in all proceedings
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Outstanding legal expertise
Child-centred approach
Excellent client support
Innovative dispute resolution
Strong international experience
Services
Adoption Law
Our specialist adoption solicitors guide clients through domestic and international adoption processes. We handle cases falling outside Hague Convention frameworks, representing applicants and children in High Court proceedings. Our team provides expert advice on legal recognition of foreign adoptions and preparation of necessary documentation for UK recognition.
Child Protection
We represent children and families in public law proceedings involving local authority intervention. Our solicitors handle complex care proceedings, emergency protection orders, and kinship care arrangements. With extensive experience in high-profile cases, we ensure children's voices are heard while balancing family rights and welfare considerations.
International Divorce
Our team specialises in resolving divorce cases with international elements, including jurisdictional disputes and enforcement of foreign orders. We handle complex financial settlements involving overseas assets and advise on cross-border child custody arrangements, ensuring compliance with international conventions and local legal frameworks.
Mediation Services
We offer expert mediation for family disputes, including child arrangements and financial settlements. Our accredited mediators facilitate constructive discussions to achieve mutually acceptable solutions. This includes child-inclusive mediation where appropriate, helping families reach agreements without court intervention.
Forced Marriage Cases
Our solicitors provide urgent legal protection for victims of forced marriage through injunctions and emergency court applications. We handle both preventive measures and post-marriage annulment proceedings, working closely with support organisations to ensure comprehensive protection and support for affected individuals.
People
Peggy Ray
Senior Partner
Recognised as a leading family law expert with extensive experience in complex children cases. Advises on high-profile matters with international elements, maintaining a strong focus on child welfare.
Kevin Skinner
Solicitor
Specialist in international family law with encyclopaedic knowledge of children's rights. Handles complex cross-border cases and represents children in challenging domestic proceedings.
Trudi Featherstone
Mediator
Experienced mediator and litigator with expertise in children matters and financial disputes. Combines strong advocacy skills with empathetic client support to achieve practical solutions.
Jemma Dally
Solicitor
Leading expert in adoption and surrogacy law, handling complex parentage disputes. Known for tireless client advocacy and exceptional judgment in high-stakes family cases.
Tom Brownrigg
Solicitor
Specialises in financial remedy cases and children disputes. Recognised for innovative mediation approach and technical excellence in handling complex asset divisions.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialise in?
We specialise in adoption, child protection, divorce proceedings, international family disputes, mediation services, and forced marriage cases.
Do you handle international family law matters?
Yes, we have extensive experience with cross-border family law cases including international child abduction, recognition of foreign adoptions, and jurisdictional disputes.
How do you approach child custody cases?
We prioritise the child's welfare while protecting parental rights, using both litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods tailored to each case's complexity.
Can you assist with urgent family law matters?
Yes, we handle emergency cases including forced marriage protection orders and child protection injunctions with immediate legal intervention.
What makes Goodman Ray different from other law firms?
Our combination of technical excellence, child-centred approach, and proven success in complex cases sets us apart as leaders in family law.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide accredited mediation services for family disputes, including child arrangements and financial settlements, with experienced mediators.
