Janet Cragg
Year of Call: 2005
Janet Cragg is a Barrister at Kenworthy’s Chambers who practices inJanet Cragg has been brilliant. So helpful and caring. Really doing all she can for the client. She has very much gone over and above. I am personally very grateful for the support and assistance in this difficult case.
Rebecca Wolfenden, Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers
The Set’s established family team provides skilled advice and representation in all aspects of financial and children matters throughout the family courts.
The team are known for their excellent client care and tenacious approach to secure the best overall outcome for their clients.
I am still in shock and absolute amazement that everything went in my favour yesterday! Janet Cragg did amazing, I couldn't have asked for a better Barrister! You have honestly brought me back to being myself again after what was a horrendous year.
Anonymous, Children Law Client
Janet Cragg is so professional but also down to earth. I could see the passion she has for the job! A tremendous team effort and a massive grateful thank you.
Anonymous, Children Law Client
I spoke to the client about yesterday's hearing, and she talked very highly of Janet Cragg, so please pass on my thanks!
Kirsty Black, Taylor Rose TTKW Limited
Big thanks for the work you did with my client. You acknowledged the positive things she had done under difficult circumstances which I've not seen many Barristers do. The client felt listened to and appreciated everything you did.
Ms Ross, Salford City Council
Janet Cragg is an outstanding Barrister who navigated my case with unparalleled expertise. She dismantled the opposition's arguments with clinical precision, revealing the true nature of their motives.
Anonymous, Direct Access Family Law Client
Janet Cragg's direct and honest approach, combined with her impressive track record of winning against formidable opponents, makes her an excellent choice for anyone seeking legal representation.
Anonymous, Direct Access Family Law Client
I highly recommend Janet Cragg to those who value a no-nonsense advocate capable of achieving exceptional results in hostile environments.
Anonymous, Direct Access Family Law Client
Family and Finance
Janet Cragg's Family Law practice includes forced marriage applications, domestic violence, abuse and public law children work.
She represents parents and other family members in residence and contact disputes (Child Arrangement Orders) and emergency orders such as prohibited steps.
Janet Cragg has a particular interest in working with parents and older children in care proceedings. She is an expert in non-molestation applications for applicants and respondents. She has experience working on special guardianship orders, giving advice on judicial reviews and SGO payments.
Family Barrister Janet Cragg regularly provides CPD training at Kenworthy’s Chambers on children and family matters.
Janet Cragg is currently developing a portfolio of work in family cases with immigration, asylum, or mental health elements. She also enjoys work on Human Rights issues involving European provisions in the Family Proceedings Court, County Court, and the High Court
If you have a Family Law case you need advice or advocacy for, call our Family Clerks Courtney Richards and Daniella Howarth on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], [email protected], or fill out our contact form.
Court of Protection
Janet Cragg represents people detained under the Mental Health Act at Tribunal hearings and provides advice in relation to associated matters in the Court of Protection.
She was on the Mental Health Panel for 10 years and during that time she represented hundreds of people detained in local hospitals and secure hospitals such as Ashworth and Alpha.
As a Mental Health Barrister, Janet Cragg has represented nearest relatives applying for discharge or opposing displacement applications in the County Court and at Tribunal and Hospital Managers hearings. She has also successfully secured the return of a family member from long-term care.
Janet holds a keen interest in community care. She often works with deaf clients and on cases involving care planning for young people with enduring care needs and mental capacity problems.
Janet keeps up to date with the latest developments in Mental Health Law and attends the local Mental Health Lawyers Group.
If you have a Court of Protection case you need advice or advocacy for, call our Mental Health Clerks Daniella Howarth and Courtney Richards on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], [email protected] or fill out our contact form.
Public Access
For appropriate Family Law cases, Janet Cragg will accept instructions from the general public on a direct access basis.
Please refer to the below pricing range for Public Access Barrister services. Prices are subject to case type, complexity and seniority or experience of the Barrister. Accurate quotes will be provided before work on the case begins.
Family (Private Law, Children Act and Injunction Proceedings)
Services | Cost |
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Conferences: | £350 - £1,000 + VAT |
Directions/Review Hearings: | £550 - £1,200 + VAT |
FHDRA Hearings: | £550 - £1,200 + VAT |
DRA Hearings: | £550 - £1,200 + VAT |
Full day hearings: | £1,250 - £3,500 + VAT |
Refreshers: | £750 - £1,500 + VAT |
Half day hearings: | £750 - £2,000 + VAT |
Advice and Preparation (Hourly): | £150 - £250 + VAT |
*These price ranges are based on local courts; other courts will incur a travel charge.
Please contact our Senior Family Clerk, Courtney Richards ([email protected]), for more information.
+ Qualifications
- Janet is a fully qualified Mediator, having completed Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Mediation training in 2012.
+ Professional Memberships
- Mental Health Lawyers Group
- Ex Mental Health Panel Member
Contact Us
To check the availability of Barrister Janet Cragg for your Court of Protection or Family Law case call our Mental Health and Family Clerks Courtney Richards and Daniella Howarth on 0161 832 4036, email [email protected], [email protected], or fill out our contact form.