Introduction
Lucy is an award-winning barrister and a formidable advocate in care proceedings and private family matters. She has particular expertise in complex fact-finding hearings, where the outcome often turns on the careful testing of evidence, and is known for her forensic approach and her command of detail in document-heavy cases.
Lucy was called to the Bar in 2017. Her commitment to protecting children and supporting survivors of abuse is reflected in both her practice and her pro bono work.
In court, Lucy is known for her fearless advocacy and forensic examination of the evidence. She puts clients at ease with an understanding, empathetic and sensitive approach, while remaining direct and pragmatic in the advice she gives. Lucy always prioritises the needs of her clients and will vigorously fight their corner at every stage of proceedings. She is never fazed by aggressive opponents and is known as a robust advocate. She is particularly well suited to representing vulnerable clients, including survivors of domestic abuse and those who have experienced trauma.
Public Law Proceedings
Lucy is regularly instructed in complex and serious care proceedings, including cases involving child neglect, sexual abuse, physical harm and domestic violence. She is highly effective in fact-finding hearings and is skilled in the cross-examination of both lay and expert witnesses.
Private Family Proceedings
Lucy has a busy private law practice and extensive experience of cases involving coercive and controlling behaviour, domestic abuse and sexual exploitation. She regularly appears in fact-finding hearings where allegations of abuse are central to the arrangements for the children. In suitable private law matters, Lucy accepts instructions directly from members of the public under the Public Access scheme.
Lucy welcomes instructions from solicitors in care proceedings, private family matters and complex fact-finding hearings.
Awards and Recognition
Lucy is the founder of The Faisal Luke Pro Bono Project, and her work has been widely recognised:
- 2026: Named Junior Pro Bono Barrister of the Year at the Advocate Pro Bono Awards.
- 2025: Shortlisted for Legal Aid Barrister of the Year at the Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Awards (LALY 2025).
- 2022: Shortlisted for the Emma Humphreys Memorial Prize, awarded to individuals and groups who, through writing or campaigning, have raised awareness of violence against women and children.
Outside Work
Outside of work, Lucy is a keen traveller and enjoys time with friends. Her travels have included Palestine, where she volunteered as a protective presence in the West Bank. She is also an outspoken feminist and an active campaigner for the protection of female-only spaces.
Outside of work, Lucy is a keen traveller and enjoys time with friends. Her travels include Palestine, where she volunteered as a protective presence in the West Bank. She is also an outspoken feminist and an active campaigner for the protection of female-only spaces.
Memberships
Family Law Bar Association – Member
Lawyers for Palestine Human Rights – Member
Qualifications
BPP University: BPTC (VC)
BPP University: LPC
Middlesex University: GDL
University of Greenwich: Politics BA (Hons)
Testimonials
"Lucy, is a fantastic advocate, she represents each client passionately, she is diligent and always patient ensuring she gets the best outcome possible for her Clients. She is easy to work with, approachable and professional. I would recommend Lucy after instructing her for many years." - Wainwright and Cummins LLP
"Lucy is a passionate and strong advocate on behalf of her clients and in particular women who have experienced domestic abuse. She is very sharp, not easily intimidated and happy to fight hard for her clients with whom she builds excellent relationships - often going above and beyond to assist her clients and instructing solicitors alike but can be very robust when required
Lucy is an absolute pleasure to work with and genuinely cares about the welfare of her clients." - Rachel Horman-Brown KC (HON), Watson Ramsbottom
Direct Access
Lucy welcomes instructions in care proceedings, private family matters and complex fact-finding hearings. She accepts in suitable private law matters, directly from members of the public under the Public Access scheme.