Discover Unit's Updates from July ??

Welcome to our newsletter???

Hi everyone, I'm so happy to be writing this July's?update.

I'm Lyana?Chan?and I've been at?Unit since 2020?when I decided to cross-qualify over?to the Bar. Prior to this, I was a local authority solicitor for 14 years working in a busy legal department for children's services.?

I specialise in both public and private children law, accepting instructions on behalf of both local authorities and parents. Thanks to many?years spent on the local authority side, I have an in-depth knowledge of the workings of social services, practices and policies, regulations, governance and good practice.?

I hope you enjoy this month's newsletter and I look forward to catching up with you all soon.

Best, Lyana

Insights & Resources???

The Controlling and Coercive Conduct Crossroads: Have we reached a dead end in the Financial Remedies Court?

Discover the latest insights on controlling and coercive behaviour in family law. Our newest article, written by our Head of Chambers, Lisa Edmunds, delves into the evolving definitions, recent legal updates, and crucial takeaways from landmark cases. Stay informed and enhance your understanding of this critical area of family law. Read the article here.

Unit Chambers: Debunking myths about a modern chambers???

As a forward-thinking, dynamic team doing things a bit differently, we?believe it’s time to clear the air and debunk some myths about how a modern chambers like Unit?is run and managed.

Read our latest article written by Emma Wall, Diary Manager and Senior Client Care Advisor, highlighting everything you need to know about a modern chambers such as Unit.?

Get the latest in our newest article.

Building successful barrister-solicitor relationships???

We recently hosted a collaborative workshop with Manchester Trainee Solicitors Group on the importance of building strong barrister-solicitor relationships. Additionally, I provided some key insights on cross-qualifying to the Bar and the challenges to consider.Don't miss this insightful session - catch up on-demand today.

Chambers News???

Unit give padel a go with the Manchester Young Solicitor Group???

Many thanks to the Manchester Young Solicitors Group for inviting us to their summer padel tournament at Club de Padel in Manchester. We had a fantastic evening getting to know you all and we can't wait for the next event.?

Education sessions in Manchester???

We recently hosted an education session with YRes Manchester focusing on relocation cases and a session with the family team at JMW on how courts are approaching coercive control. If you'd like our barristers to run an education workshop with your team on a topic of your choosing, then reach out to Danni on [email protected] and we'll get a session booked in the diary!

Barrister spotlight???

We've received very positive feedback from solicitors and clients alike this month.?Take a look:

"The client thought?Isabel?Hawkins?was fantastic - client did have other counsel on this case but she was particularly pleased with Isabel. This was a difficult case and a great outcome on this thanks to Isabel." - Well done Isabel, this is a fantastic testimonial.

"Callum was calm throughout which really helped as I'm a natural worrier.?Callum spent?a lot?of time?explaining?everything and reassuring me. He really is a credit to chambers." ?-?Congratulations Callum, this is a true testament to your outstanding level of client care.

Download our barrister brochure today.

Looking to level up your practice????

We're on the lookout for barristers?who wish?to thrive in a modern chambers.

What we?offer:

? No buy-in required

? Professional, dedicated business management team

??Democratic decision-making via?fortnightly, remote 'Tune In' sessions

? Growing instructions in finance,?serious child protection?and private client work.

? 24/7 access to chambers in Liverpool and Manchester.

Want to know more? Reach out to Lisa on [email protected] for a confidential, informal chat.