Congratulations to Hasina Akther and Habeebah Kauser on qualifying as Solicitors.
This is a significant milestone and reflects the hard work, dedication and commitment they have shown throughout their training.
We’re pleased to see them begin the next stage of their careers with NLS.
Going through domestic abuse is devastating at any age, but legal protection is available, and it may go further than you might think: nationallegalservice.co.uk/blog/protective-measures...
#DomesticAbuse #DomesticAbuseAwareness #DomesticViolence #FamilySolicitor
Was so lovely to have the team together and invite external solicitors to join us for the first of many events.
Watch this space for our next one.
#careproceedings #legalaidlawyers #legalaid #carelaw
A successful event last night at NLS hosted by the Head of the Care department, Sheena Donlon.
Thank you to Anthony Forde and Alex Clift from Coram Chambers, who both delivered informative training on post-adoption contact and discharge of SGO’s.
This client gives a massive thanks to Sophie Ramdour for going above and beyond for their family 👏
Our latest #MeetTheTeam highlights Senior Supervising Solicitor Shazia Saliheen.
Shazia is a highly experienced Family and Childcare Solicitor, qualified since 2005, with expertise in some of the most complex areas of children law.
nationallegalservice.co.uk/team/shazia-saliheen/
UK suicides following #domesticabuse outnumbered homicides by partners for the second year in a row in 2025, so why are so many suicides linked to abuse going unpunished?
We look forward to seeing Dexter lead the department through its next phase of growth, while continuing to support clients at some of the most challenging times in their lives.
#Promotion #Leadership #FamilyLaw #Law #NLS
We’re delighted to announce that Dexter Bonner has been promoted to Head of Family at National Legal Service.
Since joining NLS in 2022 as a Supervising Solicitor, Dexter quickly progressed to Deputy Head and now Head of Department.
With just over 2 weeks to go we're shouting out our Head of Family Dexter Bonner, who is taking on the London Marathon to raise critical funds for FLAG DV.
If you’re able to donate (or simply share), you can support Dexter’s fundraising here:
A big well done to the 'incredible' Olivia Simpson this week! 👏
It also supports the standards we set for ourselves when it comes to communication, efficiency and the way we look after our clients.
We would like to thank our teams across the business for their work in preparing for the audit and for the day-to-day professionalism that sits behind this outcome.
We are delighted to confirm that we have passed our latest Lexcel audit and have received final confirmation of our Lexcel (6.1) re-accreditation.
Maintaining Lexcel accreditation reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering a consistent, well-managed service across the firm.
In our latest #MeetTheTeam we introduce Raman Dhillon, specialising exclusively in Family Law, she represents clients in children disputes and protective injunctions, with additional expertise in civil child abuse and medical negligence cases: https://nationallegalservice.co.uk/team/raman-dhillon/
John Wilson's professionalism put this client at ease and moved their case forward swiftly 👏
UK suicides following domestic abuse outnumbered homicides by partners for the second year in a row last year, so why are so many suicides linked to abuse going unpunished?
From humble beginnings in Aldgate, we now operate across 13 offices nationwide and are the largest legal aid provider for domestic abuse cases in England.
We are currently recruiting for London and Kent-based Care and Family Solicitors - find out more: https://nationallegalservice.co.uk/careers/
A financial settlement is a binding legal agreement to protect your interests. Find out more over on our blog:
Regardless of the reason for divorce, determining a fair division of assets is often one of the most difficult aspects of the whole process.
#Divorce
Another happy client - fantastic service and support from Debra Jackson 👏
The Nuffield Family Justice Observatory said youngsters felt less anxiety, obtained a better understanding of the court process and more trust in the outcome.
“It is historically so obvious that women have been victims that there is a justification for putting in measures to bring them up, to make it fairer for them."
Wishing all our colleagues, clients and communities a very happy Eid al-Fitr.
May this special time bring peace, reflection and joy to you and your loved ones.
Meet Dexter Bonner. Dexter is a solicitor-advocate and Deputy Head of Family here at NLS.
He specialises in children law, particularly representing children and parents in care proceedings.
Find out more about Dexter and the work he undertakes: https://nationallegalservice.co.uk/team/dexter-bonner/
AI could be linked to instances of domestic abuse and stalking, with a growing number of victims saying their partners turn to ChatGPT for therapy and its delusions then fuel incidences of abuse: futurism.com/artificial-intelligence/...
#AI #DomesticAbuseAwareness
Both Elizabeth Hay and Maya Johnson are recognised in this wonderful review. Well done both! 👏
Attia played a key role in proposing and developing the initiative, which is already making a meaningful difference for families, the courts, and the next generation of lawyers.
Launched with the Hertfordshire LFJB and the University of Hertfordshire Law Clinic, the scheme provides free, focused legal advice at First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointments, helping litigants in person better understand the court process and their options.
Attia Hussain shares the origins of the Hertfordshire Private Law Pro Bono Duty Scheme – a pioneering initiative supporting parents who attend children proceedings without legal representation.
nationallegalservice.co.uk/blog/the-hertfordshire-p...
