Private Law Children Proceedings
Ella advises and acts in child arrangement order disputes. She is regularly instructed to represent parents involved in complex private law proceedings dealing with issues such as domestic violence, substance misuse, sexual abuse, emotional/psychological harm and risk of abduction.
Divorce and Financial Relief Proceedings
Ella has a particular interest in divorce and financial relief proceedings. She is instructed from the preliminary stages (conferences with clients prior to proceedings being issued, First Directions Appointments) through to and including final hearings. Ella often represents parties in both their private law and financial remedy proceedings, providing continuity of counsel.
Languages
- Hebrew
- French
- Spanish
- Urdu
Family Law
Ella has appeared on television and radio to contribute to discussions about family law legislation. Appearances include the BBC World Service, BBC Radio 4 and BBC News South East.
Testimonials
I believe that she (the client) has now obtained the best barrister she could possibly have and you {Ms Cantor Freedman] are, although it sounds a little old fashioned, an answer to prayer and I also both know and sense that you are a really nice lady.
Finding you and gaining your committed support absolutely turned it around for my client. The difference in approach between you and her previous barrister was plain to see, your compassion and professional expertise forced a U-turn on the juggernaut of adoption that was steaming towards her...thanks again for all your help, it was certainly an education for me in what's possible within the confines of the family court system.
Our barrister Ella Freedman was absolutely fantastic, flawless and achieved the best outcome we could have possibly wished for. Ella is not only an amazing Barrister but a truly caring and kind person too. If you want an exceptional barrister, Ella is the one.
Privacy Notice
This privacy notice explains how, why and for how long Ella Cantor Freedman will process or retain your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
If Ella has been instructed by you, your litigation friend, your solicitor or agent, or through a pro bono referral, it is necessary to process your personal data in order to provide legal services. This may include advising on the prospects of litigation, advising on the value of a claim, representation at hearings or trial, and reviewing legal issues or evidence.
Recipients of your data
Depending on the nature of your case, data may be shared with courts and tribunals, your solicitors or agents, witnesses, experts, other legal representatives, ombudsmen or regulators, education and examining bodies, and current, past or prospective employers.
Special categories of data
Some matters require processing special category personal data, including information about health, ethnicity, religion, trade union membership, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or criminal allegations and convictions. Such data will only be processed where necessary to represent you or advise on your claim.
Retention
Your personal data will be retained for no longer than necessary and, where possible, anonymised. In general, records relating to cases are retained for at least six years to comply with professional obligations under the Bar Code of Conduct and tax record-keeping obligations.
Once your case has concluded and any fees have been paid, only the personal data necessary for regulatory compliance, conflict checking, defence of complaints or fee disputes, and reference in future similar cases will be retained.
Your rights
You may request confirmation that your personal data is being processed, request a copy of that data, request rectification of inaccurate data, object to certain processing, request restriction of processing, or request erasure where the GDPR permits it. Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time, although doing so may mean Ella can no longer provide the legal services requested.
Security
Appropriate physical and technical measures are taken to safeguard your personal data and prevent unauthorised access, accidental loss, misuse or disclosure.
Complaints or queries
If you have any questions about this privacy notice, or how your personal data is used, please email clerking@thebarristergroup.co.uk or the clerks at clerking@thebarristergroup.co.uk, or call 01823 247 247.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). Further information is available at ico.org.uk/global/contact-us/.
Work with Ella
Send us your details and a member of the clerking team will be in touch. Or call us now on 01823 247 247.