Russell-Cooke advises on significant Family Court decision on delay in care proceedings

In its judgment, the Family Court made care and placement orders for M and a final care order for Q, while delivering strong criticism of the prolonged proceedings and the impact of delay on the children's welfare.

Our children law team regularly advises and represents parents, grandparents, other family members and children involved in care proceedings and child protection matters. Recognised for its expertise in complex and sensitive cases, the team has extensive experience supporting families through public law proceedings, kinship care arrangements and disputes involving local authorities, always focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for children.

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Mae Al-Omari advises parents, children and extended family members in a wide range of public and private children law matters. As a member of the Law Society’s Children Panel, she has particular experience in complex care proceedings, including cases involving domestic abuse, neglect, substance misuse and non-accidental injury, as well as child abduction matters. She is committed to supporting clients through challenging circumstances with clear, practical advice.