In-Person Event Key Details
Date - Thursday 26th March, 2026
Time - 9:30am - 3pm
Location - INNside Melia, Liverpool, L3 9LQ
Tickets Available - 40
What's Included
Join us for the 2026 Public Children Law Conference, a focused and informative event designed for professionals working within the family justice system. Whether you act for parents, children, extended family, or local authorities, this conference provides essential updates on key developments in public children law and an opportunity to network with peers in your area of practice. You’ll benefit from:
- Expert-led sessions from leading barristers, social work professionals, and specialists in children law
- Opportunities to engage with speakers and ask questions
- Connect with like-minded individuals and expand your professional network
- Refreshments on arrival and during scheduled breaks
- Lunch included as part of your conference experience
Conference Schedule
9:20 - 9:30 - Registration & Refreshments
9:30 - 9:40 - Welcome & Introduction
9:40 - 10:20 - Topic to be Announced - Mai-Ling Savage, 4PB Chambers
10:20 - 11:00 - Neurodivergence in Public Law: Identification, adjustments and the use of intermediaries - Natasha Khalique, Exchange Chambers & Nicky Tolley
This session explores how neurodivergence can present within public law proceedings, what practitioners should be alert to from the outset of a case, and how intermediaries can be effectively used to support participation and access to justice.
11:00 - 11:20 - Comfort Break
11:20 - 11:50 - Topic & Speaker to be Announced
11:50 - 12:30 - Senior's Top 10 2026 - Mark Senior, St Johns Buildings
The local institution returns with the Liverpool Family Law's Rumpole substitute offering his customary idiosyncratic diversion through the cases of the last 12 months that have amused, inspired and outraged him.
12:30 - 1:15 - Comfort Break
1:15 - 1:45 - Topic & Speaker to be Announced
1:45 - 2:15 - Topic & Speaker to be Announced
2:15 - 2:55 - Vulnerable Parties and Witnesses: Ensuring Effective Participation - Kate Burnell KC, St Johns Buildings Chambers
What is vulnerability. What are the duties of all advocates in relation to vulnerable litigants and witnesses. How do we ensure fairness. An overview of the practice rules and guidance to ensure effective and fair participation.
2:55 - 3:00 - Summary & Closing Remarks
Secure Your Place
To confirm your place at the 2026 Public Child Law Conference, simply purchase your course access and then complete the conference booking form. Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email to bring with you on the day.
With only a limited number of 40 spaces available, early registration is highly recommended to avoid missing out.
Book now and take the next step in expanding your expertise, building connections, and staying at the forefront of public child law practice.
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