Catriona Allan is undoubtedly the best solicitor I have come across in the 12 years I have been practicing as a barrister…the energy she puts into defending clients never ceases to amaze me.’
Catriona Allan is exceptionally knowledgeable in all aspects of Child Law. She always goes the extra mile for clients in ensuring they have every opportunity to achieve a favourable outcome. She leaves no stone unturned in preparation of cases and prepares very persuasive pleadings, statements and other documents.
I enjoy working with Kevin because I know he’s going to be on top of the case and adopt a collaborative approach to move the case forward, even if the parties have very different positions.
“Kevin is really good at understanding where the important aspect of the case is and directs his efforts towards that rather than less important matters.”
Catriona is extremely impressive. You can tell she really cares and is one of those solicitors who goes the extra mile.
I have been getting help from Goodman Ray Solicitors for a few years now and they have always been so very helpful I definitely recommend
Trudi Featherstone is a brilliant lawyer and Goodman Ray are an excellent firm who supported what was a very difficult few years for me. Trudi knows the law so well but more than that she is kind, empathetic, calm in crisis and highly responsive. I am so grateful for the advice, support and care I received. I highly recommend Trudi and Goodman Ray.
He ensures his communication is excellent throughout and he retains a view of the big picture while also considering the detail.
It was a very pleasant experience with professional services of Mr. Kevin Skinner. His advice and assistance helped to successfully resolve a court dispute about determination of the child residence. Highly recommended!
Kevin is an astute and hard-working lawyer, known for having a robust and thorough approach to preparation.
She is a forerunner in international children law and especially complex surrogacy work.
Jemma’s competence is exceptional, and no one can match her intellectually.
She was a no-nonsense lawyer with a huge amount of integrity and the ability to really show empathy.
His breadth of experience allows him to look at the case from all angles and he really fights for his clients.
Jemma Dally is a no-nonsense force to be reckoned with. Jemma was unflappable and sensitive, but firm throughout. She is always completely on top of the case, and totally dedicated. She makes each client feel like they are her only one.
Kevin Skinner is the standout performer for me. He is in the biggest cases, acting on really heavy cases involving issues like forced marriage, abduction and adoption. His client base is international, and he is always in demand. I see him rising to the top
Kevin Skinner has a wide-ranging children law practice with significant experience in cross-border work. He frequently advises on jurisdictional and relocation disputes as well as international abduction and care proceedings that have international aspects.
Hannah is a class act who is respected by clients and professionals alike. She combines unparalleled legal knowledge with an ability to focus on the key issues and find practical solutions.
Goodman Ray takes on complex matters and turns things around for clients against the odds.
One of the best law firms for children work in the country.
Jemma is the lawyer you want in your corner. Her knowledge of adoption law is incredible.
Hannah Perry is tirelessly committed to her clients and brings a gravitas to her work.
She is extremely creative, very bright and great with clients. Jemma is very child- focused and is really good at handling challenging cases.
Thank you also to you. You have made a very difficult & heart wrenching process so much more bearable than it could have been. Your patience with my ramblings has been admirable & how you managed to extract anything sensible is impressive!
Clients speak very highly of Tom Brownrigg. He understands clients and mediates both children and finance cases. He is a very safe pair of hands and someone who has the experience and skill to help clients solve even the trickiest of issues.
Kevin Skinner is a really fantastic lawyer and very popular with his clients as they feel supported and listened to.
Peggy Ray is a titan in this field – when she says things, people listen.
Peggy Ray has a powerful and acute intellect, and grapples imaginatively, with maturity of judgment, and (where appropriate) forcefully with difficult and challenging cases. She is a legendary class act. Janet Broadley is a very well-established specialist in international cases, and in particular in Hague Convention child abduction, with experience of very high-level work including in the UKSC and the CJEU. Her legal knowledge and tactical skill are overlaid by an open, sensitive approach ideally suits her to the representation of older children, and she is one of the few ‘go-to’ practitioners who excel at this role.
I only really interacted with Jennifer and I always found her to be very friendly and approaches her work with a really positive enthusiasm. I think that is an admirable working style and makes Jennifer stand out. This way of working was particularly appreciated given what a fractious and difficult process divorce can be.
















