Ellie Williamson

I am a Solicitor in the Family and Child Care department at Duncan Lewis. I am passionate and committed to helping clients navigate the legal system, and proud to be a part the team at Duncan Lewis who strive to give clients the best assistance they can. I am committed to providing clear, pratical advice during what can often be challenging and emotional circumstances.

I undertake work across a range of children law matters, including public law proceedings, private children disputes, and domestic abuse injunction applications. I regularly assist parents, family members and other parties involved in proceedings concerning child arrangements, safeguarding concerns, care proceedings and domestic abuse.

I have experience supporting a diverse range of clients, including vulnerable individuals, clients requiring interpreters, and those from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. I understand the importance of ensuring that clients feel heard, supported and fully informed throughout their case.

I advise and assist clients both remotely and in person and can take instructions through telephone, video conferencing and face-to-face meetings. I regularly work with clients across England and Wales and strive to provide an accessible and responsive service.

I have experience assisting clients in both legally aided and privately funded matters. I am able to advise clients on their eligibility for Legal Aid funding and the funding options available to them, ensuring they understand the costs and practicalities of pursuing their case.

I take pride in providing a professional, empathetic and client-focused service, working closely with clients to achieve the best possible outcome for them and their families.

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• Admitted to the Roll of Solicitors on 3 June 2026
• Commendation - Legal Practice Course from the University of Law, graduated in November 2024
• Commendation - Graduate Diploma in Law from the University of Law, graduated in July 2022
• First Class Honours - Degree in English (BA) from the University of Derby, graduated in 2021

• Admitted as a Solicitor (3 June 2026)
• Trainee Solicitor at Duncan Lewis. During this time I gained experience in Child Care and related family law matters. I developed experience advising and assisting clients involved in public and private children law proceedings, domestic abuse injunction applications, and the Public Law Outline process.(December 2024)
• Commenced the Legal Practice Course (January 2023)
• Joined Duncan Lewis as a Caseworker (4 June 2022)
• Commenced the Graduate Diploma in Law (September 2022)
• Volunteered with the National Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV) as a Telephone Adviser. I assisted clients seeking emergency non-molestation orders by explaining the legal process, providing practical support, and liaising with the NCDV regarding safeguarding concerns. (2022)
• Volunteered with MKACT, the domestic abuse prevention service in Milton Keynes. My role involved delivering programmes to women residing in refuge accommodation, assisting with practical and administrative tasks, and supporting vulnerable families affected by domestic abuse. The experience enhanced my understanding of safeguarding issues and the challenges faced by vulnerable adults and children. (2020 - 2021)

• Rights of Appeal in Care Proceedings: What you Need to Know (20 December 2024)