In this episode, host Joanna Toch speaks with Arlene Small, a specialist family law barrister, about the evolving role of barristers, accessibility in family law, and the impact of transparency in the court system. Arlene shares her inspiring journey from the care system to becoming an advocate for empowering clients, her passion for family law, and her perspectives on the challenges and complexities of legal aid, private law cases, and financial remedies. The conversation is both deeply personal and insightful, offering listeners a nuanced view of family law practice.
Title: Breaking Barriers in Family Law with Arlene Small

Host: Joanna Toch

Guest: Arlene Small, Specialist Family Law Barrister

Key Discussion Points:

•Arlene’s journey from the care system to the bar

•Dispelling myths about barristers and making family law more accessible

•Challenges of the legal aid system and its impact on justice

•The role of transparency in family courts

•Advocating for clients in complex and high-stakes family law cases
Chat to Family Law Cafe