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Lucy Firth is a Chartered Legal Executive based at our Regent Street, Barnsley Solicitors office, specialising in Children Law. Having worked in family law since 2005 and qualified in 2011, Lucy has extensive experience representing children, parents and family members in care proceedings covering financial provision, parental rights,  custody and adoption matters.

She is also a member of the Law Society Children Panel. Outside of work, Lucy enjoys travelling, particularly to Italy, and cooking Italian food.

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Disputes & Claims

Civil & Contractual Disputes – breach of contract, consumer rights, debt recovery.

Accident & Personal Injury Claims – road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, slips and trips.

Employment Disputes & Claims – unfair dismissal, redundancy, workplace discrimination, settlement agreements.

Land & Property

Residential Conveyancing (Buying & Selling Property) – Moving home, re-mortgaging, equity transfers.

Commercial Property Transactions – Handling the process of buying, selling, or leasing business premises.

Landlord & Tenant Matters – Tenancy agreements, disputes, lease renewals.

Family Law

Divorce & Separation – Divorce proceedings, financial settlements, mediation.

Prenuptial & Cohabitation Agreements – Protecting assets before or during a relationship.

Child Arrangements & Custody – Residence, contact, parental responsibility.

Financial Provision & Maintenance – Child maintenance, spousal support, division of assets.

Social Services 

Local Authority Involvement & Social Care Cases – Advice if social services are involved with your family.

Care Proceedings & Court Hearings – Representing parents, guardians, and children.

Advice for Relatives & Interested Parties – Grandparents, extended family, and carers seeking rights or involvement.

Emergency Protection & Interim Orders – Urgent legal support when children are at immediate risk.

Wills, Probate & Trusts

Making a Will – ensuring your wishes are carried out and assets protected.

Probate & Estate Administration – dealing with a loved one’s estate, from paperwork to distribution.

Lasting Powers of Attorney – appointing someone to make decisions on your behalf.

Trusts & Asset Protection – setting up trusts to manage inheritance, protect property, or plan for future care.

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