Seema Kansal is a much sought-after junior in all areas of family law (finance and children) and is regularly instructed to deal with the most complex of cases. She is a seasoned advocate with a particular focus on private family and matrimonial finance work.
She has been led by silks in family law matters. She appears in all courts including the Court of Appeal. She advises and represents clients not only in the UK but also clients who are abroad and who consult her through the arrangements for Public Access.
Seema has a solid reputation as a tenacious advocate who leaves no stone unturned in working towards achieving the best result for each client. Seema’s clients value her client care, her patience and attention to detail in the most complex of cases, and her robust and effective advocacy. Once instructed, she is often retained by her clients who are always impressed by not just her commitment but also her success rate.
Seema is accredited to accept work under Public Access (also known as direct access) in suitable cases. She is a hot favourite for Public Access work as she is able to build a rapport and a relationship of trust and confidence very quickly. She also, very often, obtains excellent results.
What the directories say
‘Seema is an amazing barrister, best choice ever.’ Legal 500 2026
Seema is extremely attentive with clients and makes them feel at ease. She is a confident advocate.’ Legal 500 2026
“Seema is incredibly rigorous in her preparation for cases. She is forthright in her advice, and has an excellent manner with clients, who trust her.”
Legal500 2025
Professional Qualifications and Awards
BA Politics and Philosophy, Alcuin College, University of York
Harmsworth Middle Temple Scholarship 2006
BPP Law School GDL
BPP Law School BVC
Professional Memberships
Family Law Bar Association
Resolution
Languages
Seema speaks Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi
Data Protection
Seema Kansal’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) registration number is ZA348465.
Please see here for her Data Privacy Notice.