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A day in the life of ... Wendy Ramus (Family law executive)
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What is your position and what you do on a day-to-day basis?
I am a family law executive in the Children’s Department at Dawson Cornwell. I have a large caseload and represent clients in cases involving child abduction wardship domestic violence forced marriage child arrangement orders special guardianship orders and in public law proceedings. The majority of my cases have an international element.
How long have you been in this role and what brought you here?
I have been in this role since 2001. I previously worked as a guardian at the Official Solicitor’s Office where I represented children in complex cases. I thoroughly enjoyed my role there. I then moved to become a policy adviser for the Civil Service. That job was as dull as it sounds so I leapt at the chance to return to the law.
What are the people you work for/with like? Any memorable stories?
I work with a great team at Dawson Cornwell. We all share an interest in each other’s cases. I consider it an honour to represent the clients that I do especially those who are vulnerable and...
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