Sandria Murkin

Sandria’s practice focuses on Family Law, particularly in cases involving children.

She came to the Bar after an initial career owning and running children’s day nurseries, and bringing up her own four children. She still owns a day nursery, and it was her experience of working with young children and their parents which inspired her to become a Barrister.

She is passionate about fighting the corner for people who are vulnerable, giving a voice to those who are feeling timid amid difficult circumstances; and her desire to protect the rights and wellbeing of children is at the heart of her approach.

Sandria genuinely enjoys meeting her clients, and prides herself on her ability to build relationships with people. Her prior experience often gives her particular insights into her clients’ circumstances, and she takes a pragmatic and non-judgmental approach.

In addition to Law, Sandria studied Psychology, and her knowledge in this area helps her to read people and identify with their issues. She likes to work collaboratively with her clients’ solicitors, which is particularly valued by more recently qualified solicitors, where her maturity often adds an additional level of reassurance for their clients.

Her approach to Family Law is very human. Whilst protecting the rights of children, she is always conscious of the emotional impact that legal procedures can have on both children and adults. At the same time she is never shy of reminding the adults involved of the realities of their situation – she will not shy away from having tough conversations with her clients, and works collaboratively to support the solicitors she works with in delivering difficult messages when necessary.

Sandria acts in all types of cases involving children in Public and Private Law proceedings – and has specialist experience of cases involving non-accidental injury to children, especially head injuries, broken bones, blood disorders, abnormalities and sexual abuse.