Cheryl James
Solicitor, in the Family Care Team
Cheryl is a solicitor specialising in children law who joined our busy family care team in January 2018, working alongside Helen Bull and Peter Ash. Cheryl is experienced in all aspects of Public Family Law; including care and supervision proceedings, emergency protection applications and secure accommodation orders.
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Family Care insights
The end of a marriage is a difficult time for all, even moreso when you own a home. Understandably, one of the main questions faced by Family lawyers is ‘Can I stay in my home once we have divorced?’ This is particularly the case if you have young children living with you.
The simple answer is that it depends on individual circumstances. Unfortunately, what feels like an innocent holiday could be considered a criminal offence and so it is very important to understand the law before booking a holiday abroad.
This International Women's Day, we're highlighting the journeys, challenges, and experiences of our female lawyers. Their stories show the importance of diversity, resilience, and empowerment in shaping an inclusive legal community. We’re starting with Eleanor Barber, who heads up our Family Team.