Trudi Featherstone is a fabulous mediator. She is really sensible, really pragmatic and really takes on board the individuals she’s dealing with.
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 Perry is tirelessly committed to her clients and brings a gravitas to her work.
His preparation, commitment to running client cases and the way he navigates cases is incredible to watch. Kevin is really dedicated and driven.
Kevin Skinner is a marvel. Instantly reassuring and personable with clients from any background, he is a versatile individual who will leave no stone unturned in pursuit of the best possible outcome. His written work is exceptional and he is an excellent communicator, which is a skill that bring an edge to any case he touches.
The team at Goodman Ray is comprehensive, thoughtful and committed to doing the best for the client.
Hannah shows huge attention to detail and provides a voice to vulnerable clients.
Sheeja thank you so much for everything you have done, I am beyond grateful. You have been with me for the past 4 years, thank you for having patience with me. Thank you for all the hard work. Thank you for putting ease in my heart every time I was struggling, I promise hearing your voice brought me so much comfort, thank you for all the reassurance. Sheeja I can finally breathe again, I no long feel insane, I feel listened to. I can finally enjoy life. I am finally happy and for that may god always bless you. You saved my life. I love you Sheeja.
Goodman Ray is one of the leading children law firms in London with an excellent reputation. They attract and retain really good solicitors and it’s always a treat to work with them.
She is a forerunner in international children law and especially complex surrogacy work.
He is very focused on the child’s best interests in the cases he does – he’s the best person out there representing children.
Peggy Ray is imperious as a children and human rights lawyer.
It is so so difficult but even when you don’t think you can carry on, Sheeja and Olivia will be your backbone and guide you through professionally and with compassion, I could not have got through this without their ongoing support. You can win this battle with them even when things feel like they are not going your way, I will be eternally grateful for what they have done for me, don’t give up, they will be there for you! x
I have been struck by the dedicated and fulsome service that Hannah has provided this client…
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
Thank you so much for all your support and empathy over the last 18 months-you have been so lovely and always calm despite my numerous anxieties and fears!
She’s always gone above and beyond to make sure that my voice is heard and I feel very represented by her.
Thomas Brownrigg is one of the most impressive lawyers I have worked with. He is equally talented at both children and finance work and this means clients facing both issues have continuity with their representation. He has fantastic knowledge of the law and is a master strategist.
Thomas Brownrigg is very good, particularly at mediation. He has a very calm and reassuring manner. He’s very good at getting people to talk confidently.
Peggy Ray is renowned for the wealth of experience she brings to complex, sensitive public law disputes. Her respected practice covers cross-border abduction cases. She has further expertise in placement disputes and cases involving human rights issues.
I wanted to let you know how grateful I am for all your hard work. Getting divorced was a major unexpected life event for me which came with many emotions and a confusing world to navigate personally and legally. You were an important voice when I was overwhelmed with anger and broken heartedness and I wanted to say thank you for all your support and guidance from the start to the very end. I’m sure you have many clients, so your prompt responses and attention to detail really meant a lot to me and helped me regain my voice. I am back on my feet again and loving this new chapter in my life. Thank you again for your excellent work and professionalism.
I am so grateful to Goodman Ray and Hannah Perry specifically for getting my family through the most difficult of times and all the way to the strongest position we could be in for the future of my children. I don’t think we could have had a better solicitor. Hannah held me emotionally when things were hard while looking clearly at what needed to be done and managed to support me with empathy when I needed to do the more difficult tasks. I will always be grateful for the work of the legal team at Goodman Ray.
I think it is the first time we have managed to speak to each other – I am so happy to hear your voice, Hannah! I want to thank you for the incredible work you have done on my case…
Trudi Featherstone is meticulous in her approach with clients, consideration of the issues in hand and the subsequent preparation of documentation. She is fast becoming London’s preeminent mediator.
Peggy Ray is a phenomenal solicitor and a powerhouse who demonstrates a real warmth and instinct with clients. She has her finger on the pulse of family law, and she takes a robust, pragmatic approach towards cases.
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.’
She’s incredibly tenacious and has brilliant judgement. She relentlessly fights her client’s corner.
Goodman Ray takes on complex matters and turns things around for clients against the odds.
Trudi Featherstone handled our very complex case with exceptional skill, quickly getting to grips with the facts and demonstrating a deep understanding from the outset. She was consistently thoughtful and effective in suggesting appropriate mediation techniques and formats.
Jemma is fearlessly bright, incredibly dedicated and has the ability to innovate to an extent that few others can replicate.
















