Chelsea Harris
Trainee Solicitor

Chelsea Harris

Trainee Solicitor

Chelsea joined Johnson Astills in 2018, and provides support to the Care Team in relation to all aspects of Childcare Law including:

Pre-proceedings Advice where Social Services are holding a Child Protection Conference or Pre-Proceedings Meeting
Advice regarding Section 20 Children Act 1989
Advice to family members regarding a negative assessment completed by Social Services in relation to a family member’s ability to care for a child
Care and Supervision Orders
Placement Orders and Adoption

Professional Information

Chelsea is an Accredited Police Station Representative.

Team: Care Team, Crime Team

Get in touch

‘I am perfectly satisfied with the way the case was handled. My solicitor was very efficient, easy to communicate with and was very clear on what the outcome would or could be and who worked well.’

‘I cannot fault my experience with Johnson Astills Solicitors. Throughout this difficult time I was made to feel secure, supported and validated - money can’t actually buy these things.’

‘Thank you so much. We needed your help and support in such a vulnerable time in our lives.’

‘Having had experience of your organisation, my confidence in you grew. I would have no hesitation in asking you for any necessary representation in the future. Relatives and friends have already been told of my satisfaction. Thank you and well done!’

‘Although our partnership was under unpleasant circumstances, working with you make it a pleasure! I can’t thank you enough for making these months a positive experience as I always was assured of your support in the background. I will not hesitate to recommend you highly to anyone who needs your services.’

‘Thank you for your kindness. Sometimes it is not easy when you are trying to express how you gave us happiness. A very big thank you!’

Latest News

Having a drink whilst out on your Scooter, think again....

Owning an E-Scooter legally is currently difficult, as there are strict rules on any privately owned E-Scooter to be used lawfully on a road or public place. The rider must have insurance, licence, safety equipment and vehicle tax. The Law E-Scooters are...

Special Guardianship Order and Care Order - Can they Co-Exist?

In the recent case of F v G [2021] EWCA Civ 622, The Court of Appeal granted leave to appeal to the mother, who argued that Special Guardianship Orders and Care Orders could not co-exist. This case was in relation to twin girls F and G. Prior to their...

Independent research recommends Care Services are in urgent need of investment and reform.

The Case for Change, an Independent Review of Children’s Social Care Report investigated Child Protection Services in England. According to a BBC News article written by Alison Holt Social Affairs Correspondent (June 2021) the system is under...