Biography

Arlene is a specialist in family finance and children work. Her practice includes:

• Child Arrangements Orders
• International proceedings (including Hague Convention)
• Adoption
• Schedule 1 of the Children Act
• Parental Alienation
• Care Proceedings
  Non-molestation and Occupation Orders
  Divorce, including validity of marriage cases
  Financial Remedies Applications
  Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA)

Background

Arlene became a barrister in 1997, and soon after developed a keen interest in family law.  She has now become a dedicated advocate in this field and has a wealth of experience in all aspects of both family finance and children matters.

She has a wide-ranging and thriving practice with extensive experience in providing advice and representation in family law cases .  This enables Arlene to adopt a multi-faceted approach when assisting clients who have more than one element to their case.  Arlene has a particular interest and experience in validity of marriage cases where there is an international element.

Arlene is incredibly passionate about helping her clients find the best possible solutions to their family related problems, and will often ‘go the extra mile’ to achieve this.  She has a robust approach to advocacy where the situation demands it, but is also able to balance that with sensitivity to the particular challenges that clients experience when going through court proceedings, as she is aware that, for many, it can be a very stressful and difficult time.   Arlene works in London and the South East, but is willing to travel.  She accepts legally aided, direct access and privately funded work, and is happy to undertake all levels of casework including initial applications, conferences and the preparation of written advice.

Personal Interests

Arlene is married to Andrew, a professional musician, songwriter and producer.  They have one daughter.  Arlene enjoys baking and keeping fit (although not at the same time)!