Kim Okell
Consultant Barrister
Year of Call: 2023
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Kim is a highly accomplished and well-respected family law specialist, with over 14 years of post-qualification experience as a Senior Associate at Morecrofts LLP Solicitors before transferring to the Bar. With over 16 years of courtroom advocacy experience, Kim is a formidable advocate who excels in navigating complex and sensitive family law matters. Her reputation for being results-driven and client-focused makes her a trusted advisor in her areas of expertise.
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Kim has significant experience in all aspects of Children Act proceedings, including:
Child Arrangement Orders (Live With/Spend Time With)
Specific Issue Orders (school, religious matters, etc.)
Prohibited Steps Orders
Grandparents’ Rights Special Guardianship Orders
Enforcement Applications Acting for Guardians
Kim is known for her pragmatic, honest, and realistic approach, offering clear, compassionate advice and advocacy to clients during emotionally charged cases.
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Kim has over 15 years of experience in financial matters, handling cases at all stages of financial disputes, including:
Financial Dispute Resolution Appointments (FDAs)
Financial Remedy Hearings (FDRs)
Enforcement Hearings
TOLATA Proceedings
Neutral Evalution Hearings
Interim Hearings
Final Hearings
Her depth of experience allows her to handle complex financial arrangements with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients, using her strong legal knowledge and persuasive advocacy.
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In addition to her children and finance work, Kim regularly handles applications for:
Non-Molestation Orders
Occupation Orders
Finding of Fact Hearings
Kim is known for her sensitive yet assertive approach to domestic abuse cases, always aiming to secure protective measures for victims while ensuring fair and just proceedings.
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2023 | Called to the Bar - Barrister
2009 | Qualified Solicitor
2008 - 2009 | The College of Law, Chester - Professional Skills Course
2004 - 2006 | The College of Law, Chester - Legal Practice Course
2000 - 2003 | University of Central Lancashire, BA (Hons) Law with Criminology
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Jan 2024-Present | Consultant Barrister, Unit Chambers
July 2017 - 2023 | Senior Associate Solicitor, Morecrofts Solicitors LLP
2009-2017 | Multiple years of experience at law firms across the North West
Contact us about instructing Kim
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