Manchester Family Law Barrister is a specialist legal practice led by Ravi Sethi, a dedicated barrister with a robust background in family and criminal law. Called to the bar in 2020 after a successful career as a solicitor-advocate, Ravi brings over 16 years of legal experience, having worked in law since 2004. He stands out for his empathetic approach, direct public access accreditation, and dual expertise in both family and criminal matters, making him a versatile advocate for a wide range of clients.
Ravi’s practice is distinguished by his focus on care proceedings, private children law, and domestic violence cases, with extensive experience representing vulnerable clients, including victims of abuse and individuals with mental health conditions or learning difficulties. He is one of the few legal professionals to hold both the Resolution Specialist Accreditation in Family Law and the Criminal Law Accreditation Scheme, underscoring his commitment to quality and depth in advocacy. His approach combines realistic, straightforward advice with strong courtroom skills, and he is experienced in legal aid cases, ensuring accessibility to justice.
Services Offered
- Care Proceedings/Public Law
- Private Children Law
- Domestic Violence
- Family Injunction
- Family Finance
- Non-molestation Orders
- Occupation Order Applications
- Declaration of Parentage (DNA Testing)
- Applications for Permission to Change a Child’s Name
- Section 8 Children Act 1989 Applications (Prohibited Steps Orders, Child Arrangement Orders, Specific Issue Orders)
- Advocacy at All Court Levels (Interim Hearings, Final Hearings, Appeals)
- Drafting Legal Documents (Thresholds, Position Statements, Skeleton Arguments, Court Orders)
- Representation in High Court Proceedings (e.g., Deprivation of Liberty Hearings)
- Cases Involving Niche Points of Law
- Representation of Vulnerable Clients
- Legal Aid Cases
- Regulatory Crime
- Motoring Offences
Ravi Sethi is based in Nottingham and serves clients across the UK, with a practice that frequently appears in the Family Courts and High Court. He is a member of Resolution (as an accredited specialist), the Family Law Bar Association, and the Criminal Bar Association, and is fluent in English. His academic credentials include an MA in Childcare Law and Practice, awarded with merit and a distinction for top dissertation, reinforcing his expertise in child-related legal matters.
