Christine Riley

Christine Riley

SPECIALIST AREAS OF PRACTICE

  • Anacillary Relief 
  • Child Care (public and private law)
  • Divorce

AREAS OF PRACTICE

Christine Riley has practised exclusively at the Family Bar for many years. Her practice encompasses most aspects of family law including divorce and ancillary relief, public and private child care work. She practises mainly on the Northern Circuit in the High Court and County Court but also travels further afield.

Divorce and Ancillary Relief

She has a particular interest and expertise in ancillary relief and divorce. She is instructed by Solicitors throughout the circuit and beyond in big/medium ancillary relief claims.

Public Law

She has extensive experience in child care work and regularly acts for Guardians, Local Authorities, parents and others. She acts in cases of physical and sexual abuse, neglect and cases involving parents with learning difficulties and mental health difficulties.

Private Law

Her experience in private child care work is considerable. As well as residence and contact disputes she acts in emergency proceedings, including child abduction cases.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For further information please contact the Senior Civil Clerk, Tony Morrissey, or one of the Assistant Civil Clerks: Chris Swann, Jane Slingsby, Julia Lanza, Steve Walker or Peader McKinstry.