Legal 500 Recognises Machins Expertise Across the Firm
Machins Solicitors continues to set the standard for legal excellence, securing its place as a leading firm in family law for the seventh year running in The Legal 500 2026 rankings.
Lisa Doherty
Family, Children & Separation
Solicitor, Public Family Law Team
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About Lisa
Lisa qualified as a solicitor in 2024 and works in the Public Family Team based in Luton.
Prior to joining Machins, Lisa trained at a Legal 500 Family Law firm based in London both representing parents, grandparents and special guardians in various public law proceedings including those concerning allegations of domestic abuse, substance misuse, mental health concerns, incest, neglect, physical and emotional harm.
Lisa has a particular interest in representing vulnerable parents and ensuring that they are provided with robust representation and that their needs are supported throughout proceedings.
Specialist practice areas
- Care proceedings
- Public law outline
- Child Protection
- Contact with a child in care
- Discharge of care orders
- Domestic violence
- Alcohol and drug dependency
- Special guardianship orders
Latest news by Lisa Doherty
Mother fails to overturn adoption orders in High Court case
A recent High Court judgment underscores the permanence of adoption orders and the limited circumstances under which they can be revoked. The case also highlights the importance of stability for adopted children and the court’s commitment to their welfare.