Solicitor at Hewitts

Helen Simmons

Solicitor - Managing Partner

SRA ID: 356443

Helen became Managing Partner of the firm in December 2022. She obtained a 2:1 honours degree in Law & Politics before qualifying as a Solicitor in February 2006. She joined the firm in August 2007 and became a Partner in December 2011. Helen specialises in representing children in complex public law and private law children proceedings and has been a member of Law Society Children Panel since 2012. She has represented children in cases involving non-accidental injuries, fictitious illness, parental alienation and implacable hostility. She strives to advocate on behalf of children who require an independent voice within the complexities of these Court proceedings. She is also a member of Resolution.

207 Newgate Street, DL14 7EL

Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas

Family Law, Consumer

5.0/5 4 Client Reviews 4
  • Family Law 50%
  • Consumer 50%
4 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Verified C Crawford cafcass Added 5 months ago Report to admin
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November 30, 2023 20231130201535

In relation to instructions with H Simmons, M Hamilton and S Lamont

5

Prompt, professional and thorough. Very happy with this service.

Solicitor named in this review: Helen Simmons

A representative from Hewitts responded to this review on 05 December, 2023

We very much appreciate the positive feedback regarding the Family team and will ensure that it is passed on to Helen, Megan and Sophie.

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Liz P
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August 05, 2021 20210805163914

Voice of the child

5

Thank you again for assisting the voice of the child being heard by the Court to inform best plans for their future.
Matters as usual we’re dealt with in a very professional and timely manner, with true interest in the people involved.

Solicitor named in this review: Helen Simmons

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Laura Bywater
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July 13, 2021 20210713102928

Private Law

5

Helen has been highly supportive to myself and the child throughout the proceedings. She has assisted with Position statements and provided advice and guidance throughout

Solicitor named in this review: Helen Simmons

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Anonymous
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January 27, 2021 20210127000000

Efficient and supportive

5

Responsive, efficient and supportive. I would like to thank Helen and her administrative support for all their help and support.

Solicitor named in this review: Helen Simmons

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About Helen Simmons

Helen became Managing Partner of the firm in December 2022. She obtained a 2:1 honours degree in Law & Politics before qualifying as a Solicitor in February 2006. She joined the firm in August 2007 and became a Partner in December 2011. Helen specialises in representing children in complex public law and private law children proceedings and has been a member of Law Society Children Panel since 2012. She has represented children in cases involving non-accidental injuries, fictitious illness, parental alienation and implacable hostility. She strives to advocate on behalf of children who require an independent voice within the complexities of these Court proceedings. She is also a member of Resolution.

Languages Spoken: English

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Address

Hewitts

207 Newgate Street

DL14 7EL



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Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

01/02/06

06/12/23

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

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Name

Duration

SRA-approved manager - Partner

Hewitts

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