Legal Area of Expertise
Qualifications
- 1st Class Law Degree from Anglia Ruskin University 2017
- Legal Practice Course Anglia Ruskin University 2017–2018 – Distinction
- Family Law Award Winner 2016
Child Law Award Winner 2017
Specialist Areas
Care Proceedings, Emergency Protection Orders, Secure Accommodation Orders, Special Guardianship Proceedings, Public Law Outline, Discharge of Care Proceedings, Contact with children in care, Adoption and Placement.
Expertise
- 4 years of experience in Child/Family Law
- Completed Training Contract at Jefferies Law
- Notable projects or cases managed: cases involving non-accidental injury, female genital mutilation, wardship, Special Guardianship, allegations of physical, emotional, and sexual harm
Memberships
- Admitted as a member of the Law Society Children’s Panel in May 2024 – n which means I can represent children in care and private law proceedings
- Legal Aid Supervisor – 27 June 2024
Why Clients Choose Anna South
- A passion for family law, she strives to reach the best outcome for her clients. Stays on top of recent caselaw and developments in her area of law
- Has a client-focused approach, is personable and is proactive
- Most work is undertaken on a legally aided basis, in particular care proceedings, where parents receive full legal aid
Strategic Approach
Anna is a member of the firm’s Charity Committee, which has included fun runs, quizzes and raffles. Anna is often on the lookout for a new challenge or adventure to take part in.
Recent Key Case Highlights
- Non-Accidental Injury – King’s Counsel were instructed, the matter was listed for a 15-day Fact Finding hearing. Anna advised one of the Fathers within the proceedings
- Cross-border care proceedings – A case involving a mother and child separated and residing in different countries. Immigration advice was required, and a different approach was used to try and reunite the family
Other Interests
Annas is a keen sportswoman, attends the gym regularly, enjoys playing football and spending time with her family and two dogs.
