Children (Public Law)
In public law proceedings Bruce regularly represents all parties including local authorities, parents, grandparents and Children’s Guardians. He has experience of complex proceedings including fact finding hearings concerning non-accidental injuries, allegations of sexual abuse and in cases requiring the determination of habitual residence and jurisdiction, including transfer pursuant to Article 15 Brussels II Revised. Bruce also has a particular interest and has developed a specialism in Secure Accommodation Proceedings.
Selected Cases
- Edwards v Boparan (2012).
- Bland & Rathbones Bakeries Ltd v Morris & Ministry of Defence [2006] EWCA Civ 56.
Brighton University awards the 2014 Crown Office Row Family Law prize - Aug 2014
