Amy Orange

Amy studied at the University of Sunderland where she gained a first-class law degree. Amy also completed her master’s degree and the Legal Practice Course at the University of Sunderland.

From there, Amy gained over 4 years’ experience as a Paralegal in the children and safeguarding department of a large Newcastle based practice, whilst at the same time embarking upon her CILEX qualification and qualifying as a Chartered Legal Executive before cross-qualifying as a Solicitor in February 2022.

As a Solicitor in the Family team here at Richard Reed, Amy primarily represents parents and other family members in public law proceedings before the Family Court. Amy primarily advises parents and other family members in care proceedings and public law outline proceedings.

Amy also provides legal advice to parents and other family members on the following matters: –

– Special Guardianship Orders

– Discharge of Care Orders

– Applications to revoke Placement Orders

– Declaration of Parentage / Parental Responsibility Orders

– Applications to challenge negative viability assessments

– Adoption Proceedings

Amy acts for clients both on a legally aided and private paying basis.

Outside of work, Amy spends quality time with her family and friends, travels to different countries and follows her beloved Newcastle United.

Amy also has a thirteen-year-old Shih Tzu called Millie who is her pride and joy.