ABOUT US
At Parents in Proceedings, we are dedicated to supporting parents through every stage of the court proceedings. With a wealth of experience in such cases and depth of knowledge of the legal complexities in realiton to non-accidental injury cases, our experienced team works tirelessly to ensure the return of children to their parents care. We provide compassionate guidance, comprehensive case management, and tailored advice to meet the specific needs of each family. We have assisted many parents in such cases and have had many successfull outcomes where parents have been reunited with their children at the outcome of the case.
Our solicitors pride themselves on ensuring that we obtain the right medical evidence to explain injuries, to evidence that parents are safe to continue to care for their children. At Parents in Proceedings, fighting to reunite our client's with their children, forms the basis for each and every case.
MEET THE TEAM
Ruth - Solicitor and Partner at Daniel Woodman
Ruth Slader trained as a solicitor in a specialist family law firm in South Wales. Following some time out to have children and live and work in Australia, she returned to the UK specialising in child protection law around Bristol and Bath. Ruth’s work is focused on representing parents within care proceedings, particularly those involved in non-accidental injury cases.
Ruth joined us at Daniel Woodman in June 2020 and heads up our Family and Care Team of experienced solicitors, specialising in those cases where the Local Authority are involved in relation to child protection. Ruth has experience of international child abduction, international clients involved in complex non-accidental injury cases and Depravation of Liberty Orders.
Ruth was admitted onto the Law Society Children Law Accreditation Panel in January 2020 and now also represents children through their Guardian. Ruth has experiencing in advising in relation to all public law orders, including Care Orders, Supervision Orders and Special Guardianship Orders, and Placement orders. Ruth brings a professional and empathetic approach to all her cases and is determined to ensure the best outcome for all her clients.
E-mail: ruth.slader@danielwoodman.co.uk; Mobile: 07808 860202
Rebecca
Rebecca has a masters in Law specialising in domestic abuse. She qualified as a Solicitor in June 2022 and shortly after she joined Daniel Woodman. She completed her training within a local authority so has particular experience and specialism in proceedings where local authorities are involved. Rebecca continues to act as an agent for Local Authorities and can provide advice in relation to all public law orders including Care Orders, Placement Orders, Supervision Orders, Special Guardian Orders and Deprivation of Liberty Orders.
Rebecca also represents parents in complex care proceedings including those involving non-accidental injuries and domestic abuse. She is able to sensitively represent parents who are vulnerable, who struggle with their mental health or who have learning difficulties. Rebecca is a confident advocate who regularly represents clients in the Family Court.
She is empathetic, constructive and non-confrontational in her approach and ensures the best outcome for all of the clients she represents. Rebecca is currently working towards her accreditation on the Law Society Children Law Accreditation Panel to enable her to represent children through their Guardian.
E-mail: Rebecca.cook@danielwoodman.co.uk; Mobile: 07512301703
Rachael
Following graduation from the University of the West of England in 2020 with a First-Class Degree in LLB Law, Rachael also completed her LPC at UWE in 2023. Rachael qualified as a Family Law Solicitor in September 2023 following completion of her training contract at Daniel Woodman & Co.
Rachael specialises in Care Proceedings and specialises in acting for parents in complex care proceedings, including those involved in non-accidental injury proceedings. She brings a high level of professionalism and an empathetic approach to all her cases.
Rachael has experiencing in advising in relation to all public law orders, including Care Orders, Supervision Orders and Special Guardianship Orders, and Placement orders.
E-mail: rachael.Heale@danielwoodman.co.uk; Mobile: 07889573261
Nicole
Nicole graduated from the University of the West of England in 2021 with a First-Class Degree in LLB Law, completing her LPC in 2022.
Nicole qualified as a solicitor in August 2024. She assists the Care Team, specialising in particular in with providing support with the cases representing children through their Guardian.
Nicole is friendly and approachable and passionate about supporting parents during the care proceedings process, she is often the primary point of contact for client’s initially and will be happy to assist with any enquiries.
E-mail: nicole.tanner@danielwoodman.co.uk; Mobile: 07749495502
Olivia
Olivia graduated from Plymouth University in 2018 with a 2:1 degree in LLB Law and has completed her LPC. She joined Daniel Woodman and Co. in March 2023 and is currently completing her training contract, due to qualify as a Family Law Solicitor in March 2025.
Olivia assists all the fee earners in the care team and has a particular interest in supporting vulnerable clients. She has a professional and caring approach appreciated by all our clients.
Olivia also assists with attending pre-proceedings meetings and assisting clients within the PLO process with many positive outcomes for client in relation to avoiding care proceedings.
E-mail: olivia.Doran@danielwoodman.co.uk; Mobile: 07951889856
Testimonials
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A huge shoutout to my amazing solicitors in the UK! They’ve been incredible in helping me bring my son back to Ghana. Not only did they guide me through the entire process, but they also went the extra mile to get my sister to the UK for further assessment. Their dedication, support, and clear explanations made all the difference. They kept me updated and whenever I had questions, they were always there with answers. I can’t thank my solicitors (Madam Ruth Slader and Madam Nicole Tanner) in the UK enough for their exceptional support and dedication. They have been my rock throughout the process of bringing my son back to Ghana. From patiently explaining complex legal matters to providing timely updates on the court proceedings, they have gone above and beyond. If you’re looking for the best legal assistance, look no further! Highly recommended! 
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–HERMAN
“I cannot express how much Ruth and Rachael from Daniel Woodman & Co are the best team when dealing with my case. Honestly, if I didn’t have them representing me I don’t know what I would do. They both went above and beyond with my case and also made sure I was supported throughout the last 3 years with 2 ongoing cases. I had every faith in what they were fighting for. Compassion and support was and still is always there. I can honestly say I have and will continue to have them representing myself and my case. Thank you everyone for what you’ve achieved and you’ve always stood by my side. I can say the only support for this awful time I’ve had is from Ruth and Rachael so thank you, I will forever be grateful.”
– SAMANTHA
“Ruth was fantastic and put me at ease with invaluable advice every step of the way. Which is what everyone needs when dealing with such complex situations. Would highly recommend Ruth to anyone.”
– JULIA
“WOW well what can I say. I was left last minute to find a Solicitor. I rang Daniel Woodman & Co Ltd and spoke with Ruth. She took a brief not of what was needed and took my case on. Over a couple of months, I dealt with Ruth and her team. They were all absolutely fantastic. Though the whole process I felt listened to and fully supported. Can't recommend them enough. Thank you all so much for your help and support through what was a very hard and difficult situation.”
– PETER