A caring legal professional who goes out of her way to help her clients find a solution to their family problems
Claire joined the Hopkins Family Law Team as a Chartered Legal Executive in 2022 and is based out of our Mansfield town centre office. She specialises in both private and public children matters and also in domestic abuse matters.
Claire has over 18 years experience in law, which started out at West Notts College studying admin and secretarial administration qualifications. She later undertook additional learning through CILEX for her to earn her Legal Executive qualification, and in June 2009 she was admitted as a Chartered Fellow. Claire is also a member of the Law Society’s Family Law Advanced Panel, which means in addition to the standared family law modules, she completed modules on private law children and domestic abuse.
When asked why she chose a career in law Claire said:
“It gives me great job satisfaction to achieve the goals my client want.”
Contact Claire
Solicitor Services
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Abuse Legal Aid
- Non-Molestation Orders
- Occupation Orders
- Making Child Arrangements After Divorce or Separation (Child Arrangement Orders)
- Care Proceedings & Social Services
- Public Law Outline Meetings (PLO Meetings)
- Section 20 Agreements
- Child Protection Conference
- Domestic Abuse Rights: What are your rights?
- Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO)
- Children and Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence Emergency Assistance and Helplines
- Domestic Abuse Safety Planning
- Reporting Domestic Abuse: How to Report Domestic Abuse
Office
01623466170
Waverley House,
37 Westgate,
Mansfield,
NG18 1SH
Hobbies
I have always lived in Mansfield. I have two boys aged 8 and 5 who keep me busy! Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends to include going for walks, bike riding, eating out and going to the caravan which we have at the seaside. I am family orientated and enjoy spending quality family time.
Testimonials
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Claire was fantastic. She helped me navigate a very difficult time in my life and was extremely patient when I didn't understand the situation or had questions (no matter how silly). She showed compassion to my situation, whilst remaining extremely professional.”
Janette Litchfield, 1st December 2025
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“Faultless. Thank you.”
Andrea Walker, 10th July 2025
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Thank you Claire for supporting me during this difficult time for my family. With your support and kindness I got the outcome me and my daughter wanted. Thank you for listening and giving great advice.
Jodie Atherton, 30th August 2024