Meet Mariam Bakir

Mariam Bakir – Senior Associate Solicitor

Specialising in children matters and complex child-focused proceedings

With over a decade of dedicated legal practice, Mariam Bakir is a Senior Associate Solicitor specialising in children matters and complex child-focused proceedings. She is recognised for her measured, supportive approach and her ability to guide families through some of the most sensitive and emotionally challenging legal situations.

Mariam began her career at a leading national firm, where she developed extensive experience in public law children proceedings, including child protection matters, domestic abuse cases, and proceedings involving vulnerable parents. This foundation has given her a deep understanding of the legal, emotional, and practical realities families face when social services or the courts become involved.

She advises and represents clients in all aspects of private law children matters, including child arrangements, specific issue applications, and prohibited steps orders. Mariam is known for her meticulous preparation, clear strategic advice,and practical focus on achieving outcomes that prioritise children’s welfare while supporting parents throughout the legal process.

Fluent in Arabic and drawing on her diverse cultural background, Mariam works with an international client base, including families across the Middle East. She regularly advises on international child relocation and child abduction matters,providing culturally sensitive, tailored representation in complex cross-border disputes.

Mariam conducts her own advocacy before both the Family Court and the High Court, enabling clients to benefit from continuity, consistency, and trusted representation throughout their case.

Alongside her legal practice, Mariam remains committed to community service and leads a weekly pro bono legal clinic in partnership with the Iraqi Welfare Association, a long-established heritage charity. She is widely respected for her professionalism, integrity, and dedication to client care.

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Contact details:

UAE matters: info@aramaslawexpat.com

UK matters: info@aramaslaw.com

Phone: +44 (0)161 817 5014

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