Business Details
Expert Legal Services in Family & Mental Health Law
At Oxford Law Group, we combine exceptional legal expertise with a deep understanding of our clients' needs to deliver tailored solutions in family and mental health law. With directors possessing over 30 years of experience in their fields, we specialise in complex care cases, mental health tribunals, and legal aid eligibility assessments. Our client-centred approach ensures transparent communication, avoiding legal jargon while maintaining clarity on case progression and associated costs. Recognised by the Law Society Children's Panel and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism.We prioritise accessibility, offering guidance on public funding and maintaining offices in Oxford, Reading, and Berkshire to serve our communities effectively. Our commitment extends beyond individual cases, advocating for systemic improvements through our directors' involvement in national legal frameworks. With a heritage rooted in local practice since 2010, we continue to protect families and individuals facing challenging legal circumstances.
Services
Care Proceedings
Mental Health Tribunals
Adoption Proceedings
Legal Aid Consultation
Family Law
Highlights and features
- We offer Legal Aid assistance for eligible clients across Oxfordshire and Berkshire
- Our team includes solicitors with over 30 years' experience in children's law
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional accountability
- Specialist mental health law expertise from UK and international practice backgrounds
- Client-centred communication avoiding complex legal jargon and terminology
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society Children's Panel
Services
Care Proceedings
We represent parents, family members, and children in local authority child protection cases. Our solicitors provide urgent guidance during social services investigations, specialising in emergency protection orders and special guardianship arrangements. With Legal Aid availability, we ensure access to expert representation for all clients.
Mental Health Tribunals
Our specialist mental health team advises detained patients and relatives on tribunal applications. We handle cases involving community treatment orders and capacity assessments, ensuring clients understand their rights under the Mental Health Act. Legal Aid covers all tribunal representation regardless of financial circumstances.
Adoption Proceedings
We guide clients through adoption processes and special guardianship arrangements. Our solicitors assist with pre-proceedings negotiations and court applications, prioritising children's welfare. Services include representing adoptive parents and biological family members in complex adoption disputes.
Legal Aid Consultation
We provide detailed eligibility assessments for Legal Aid in family and mental health cases. Our team explains current regulations, assists with means-tested applications, and advises on coverage for different case types including domestic abuse-related proceedings.
Family Law Representation
Our family law experts handle private law children act cases, pre-proceedings meetings, and international custody disputes. With Law Society panel accreditation, we offer court representation and out-of-court settlements, focusing on long-term family dynamics and children's best interests.
People
Victoria Smith
Director
Family law specialist with 30+ years' experience. Qualified Solicitor since 1989, specialising in complex care cases and children's rights. Law Society Children's Panel member with practice focus across Oxfordshire and Berkshire.
Elizabeth Knox
Director
Childcare law expert with background in social work and Scots law. Specialises in international care cases and has practiced since 1993. Joined Oxford Law Group in 2017 following decade in Scottish children's reporter administration.
Khee Guan Tan
Director
Mental health law practitioner since 2003. Former Malaysian litigator with masters qualification. Leads mental health team handling tribunals and capacity act matters across Oxfordshire's healthcare facilities.
Richard Rouse
Consultant Solicitor
Founding partner with 35+ years in family law. Qualified in 1985, now providing expert consultancy while maintaining active practice in complex family court cases and legal strategy development.
Gemma Bound
Solicitor
Child protection specialist since 2009. Ex-local authority lawyer with advocacy experience in care proceedings. Represents children, parents and guardians with focus on fair court representation and procedural justice.
Questions
Do you offer Legal Aid assistance?
Yes, we provide Legal Aid for eligible clients in care proceedings and mental health tribunal cases regardless of income level.
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily in Oxford, Reading, and Berkshire, offering both office consultations and court representation.
Can you help with complex mental health law cases?
Yes, our specialist team handles mental health tribunals, hospital managerial reviews, and capacity act assessments.
How experienced is your family law team?
Our directors include solicitors with over 30 years' experience in children's law and complex care proceedings.
What makes your practice different?
We combine regulatory compliance with accessible communication, avoiding legal jargon while maintaining professional excellence.
