Acting for the successful respondent local authority, Nick Goodwin KC led Alex Perry in N (Children: Revocation of Placement Orders), Re [2023] EWCA Civ 1352 a parent’s appeal against the dismissal of an application to revoke placement orders and for the instruction of an independent social worker. Appeal dismissed. This case was featured in Local Government Lawyer.

Related areas

Do you have a similar case?

If you would like some help or advice or to talk to one of our clerks about a matter then please call on 02073536961.

Authors

Nick-Goodwin-KC

Nick Goodwin KC

King's Counsel Alex Perry

Alex Perry

Juniors

Recent

When can a court refuse to return a child under the Hague Convention even when the child himself wants to return? – Rob George KC in F v M [2026] EWHC 2371 (Fam)

The High Court refused a father’s application for the summary return of his nine-year-old son…

Secure Accommodation and Deprivation of Liberty Orders for Children: a last resort or a national scandal?

How do we keep young people safe by depriving them of their liberty? Usually, these…

School Fees, VAT and Separated Parents: A Guide for the 2026 to 2027 School Year

Who pays school fees after separation? The responsibility for the payment of school fees is…

Search

Shortlist close
Title Type CV Email

Remove All

Download