Cartwright King Solicitors

03/06/2026

We're pleased to welcome five new members to our Family and Children Team in the South East.

Shumyla Sheikh joins as lawyer in our Family and Childcare Team in Hertfordshire with expertise in non-accidental injury, serious abuse, and jurisdictional issue cases. She also co-chairs the Hertfordshire Local Family Justice Board's Domestic Abuse Working Group.

Adelina Morku joins as a lawyer in our Luton/Bedford office, specialising in complex care proceedings involving highly complex and sensitive issues with a particular expertise in child abduction.

Antony Starnes joins as a trainee solicitor in our Family and Childcare Team in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. Antony was recently nominated for Trainee Solicitor of the Year at the Hertfordshire Law Society Awards 2025.

Baris Ulusoy joins as a paralegal and future trainee solicitor, bringing Turkish-language skills that extend our reach into the local community.

Finally, Cleo Hachem, joins as a paralegal in our London Team. Cleo is an aspiring Solicitor committed to working in Family Law.

Director, Ravi Kaur Mahey, comments: "I am delighted to welcome five fantastic new colleagues to our South-East Team. Each brings their own strengths, experience and energy and I am excited for the impact they will have as we continue to support children and families with compassion, skill and a collective strength that comes from being committed to make a difference’

Welcome to the team! 😊

26/05/2026

Eid Mubarak to all our clients, friends, and family celebrating Eid al-Adha! Wishing you joy, peace, and time well spent with loved ones. 🌙

22/05/2026

In celebration of our continued growth, here's a look at the brilliant new members that have joined our North West team.

"The growth we have seen in the North West over the past few months has been remarkable. These appointments reflect both the demand for our services and the quality of people we are attracting to the firm. Jean, Katie, and Rabiah each bring outstanding expertise and a genuine commitment to the children and families they serve, and I am very pleased to welcome them all to Cartwright King." - Abdul W Hussain, Chief Executive

"It has been brilliant to see our North West team grow in such a short amount of time as we have expanded to cover further reaching areas. Moving into Spinningfields has been a brilliant next step for the team and I look forward to what we do from here." - Catherine Woolley, Head of Care, Manchester and Stockport

"I am really proud of what this team has achieved in such a short space of time. Everyone here is so dedicated to the work they do and the difference they make to the children and families they represent. I look forward to our continued growth." - Stacy Fox, Head of Care, Blackburn and Rochdale

We are delighted to welcome three new team members to the North West:
jean flanagan joins as a Children Panel Solicitor and Regional Head for Bolton and Wigan, bringing over two decades of experience in public and private children law.

Katie Jackson joins as a Children Panel Solicitor covering Manchester, Greater Manchester, and Blackburn - accredited to the Children Panel since 2014, with a particular passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals through the court system.

Rabiah Mohammad joins as a Legal Assistant across our Blackburn and Manchester offices, bringing energy and ambition to build a career in family and children law.

Read more: https://cartwrightking.co.uk/articles/press-release/welcoming-new-lawyers-to-our-north-west-family-and-children-team/

14/05/2026

We're looking for a Child Care Solicitor to join our Derby team!

📍 Derby
⏱ 3-5 years PQE
✅ Child Panel accreditation preferred but not essential
💰 Salary dependent on experience & PQE
🏖 26 days holiday + bank holidays
🕐 Full time - 35 hours per week

If you're interested please drop Sue Morris an email at [email protected]

https://cartwrightking.co.uk/careers/

13/05/2026

We're thrilled to congratulate our very own Rachel Jones on her appointment as Vice Chair of the Manchester Law Society EDI Committee!

Rachel was appointed by Chair Shane Smith, who noted that she will bring new ideas, great enthusiasm and a fresh perspective. Rachel's commitment to EDI in the legal profession is inspiring, and this appointment is a fantastic recognition of that dedication. Rachel is keen to begin her work with EDI committee and share her ideas of how EDI can be furthered in the legal profession.

Congratulations, Rachel!

08/05/2026

Our Family & Children teams are growing and we couldn't be more proud of the people joining us. Here's a look at our South East team.

"It has been fantastic to see our Family and Children teams grow with the right people and talent. We are just getting started." - Abdul W Hussain, Chief Executive

"What a journey the last 18 months have been. Our London and South East team has now grown to 14 specialist lawyers and 5 brilliant support staff. From courtrooms locally to complex cross-border disputes, we are acting in matters where expertise, strategy, and resilience matter most. I'm deeply proud of this team and their commitment, resilience and compassion shine through daily." - Ravi Kaur Mahey, Director (London and South East)

"I am excited to begin this next chapter - leading, growing, and supporting talented teams across this region, and continuing to champion exceptional, client focused representation for the children and families in the area." - Attia Hussain, Regional Director (Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire)

Meet the team: https://cartwrightking.co.uk/people/

07/05/2026

Is PII quietly forcing the hand of law firm partners across England and Wales?

For a lot of senior partners, the plan was always to wind down on their own terms, however, unaffordable or unattainable PII cover is increasingly taking that choice away.

The SRA's data shows 532 firm closures in the 12 months to November 2025. Senior partner retirement was the single biggest driver, and most of these were perfectly healthy practices.

The problem is that when renewal falls through, everything moves fast. A 60-day cessation period kicks in, the firm can't take on new work, and a long list of regulatory obligations starts all at once.

Our Head of Regulatory (National), Wesley Thompson, comments:
"A tough market at the moment is seeing deals fall over and pushing firms into wind-down situations. These circumstances prompt mandatory reporting to the SRA. Having a specialist handle this will give you more time to concentrate on your business. We're assisting firms in navigating successor questions and to ensure a smooth and compliant closure."

If renewal is looking uncertain or retirement is on the horizon, it's worth taking advice sooner rather than later.

You can find the link to read the full article in the comments.

29/04/2026

A suspected non-accidental injury can trigger a formal social services investigation very quickly. Knowing what to expect at each stage can make a significant difference.

Our latest article explains what happens at each stage, and what your rights are throughout the process.

Legal Aid is available for these cases, meaning you may be entitled to free legal representation.

🔗 https://cartwrightking.co.uk/articles/child-care/a-parents-guide-to-non%e2%80%91accidental-injuries/

A non-accidental injur, often referred to as NAI, is thought to be caused deliberately or through reckless behaviour.

23/04/2026

Birmingham's Family Drug and Alcohol Court (FDAC) celebrated its 5th anniversary last week, attended by Lord Justice Jackson and Jess Phillips MP.

Over the last five years at Birmingham’s FDAC:
◽️ 191 children were supported by the court
◽️ 128 children were returned to parents or family
◽️ 51% of parents achieved abstinence
◽️ 97% had no further arrests after completing the programme

Our Regional Head of Care in Birmingham, Matthew Cannan, represented the child in the very first FDAC case heard in Birmingham and has been involved in the court ever since. In this article he shares what makes the FDAC different, why it remains a postcode lottery, and how the same problem-solving approach can be applied in cases where it isn't available.

🔗 Read Matthew's article here: https://cartwrightking.co.uk/articles/child-care/the-family-drug-alcohol-court-a-problem-solving-approach-at-the-cutting-edge-of-justice-innovation/

If you have any questions, please contact Matthew Cannan or a member of the Cartwright King team.

20/04/2026

We’ve had some lovely reviews come in over the past couple of weeks 😊

We don’t take it for granted when a client takes the time to leave a review.

Behind each review is someone who came to us during a stressful or uncertain time, and trusted us to help.

⭐ You can read more of our recent reviews on: https://www.reviewsolicitors.co.uk ⭐