Harry Smith
Senior Family and Public Inquiries Clerk
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7242 3555
Email: Click here
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For more information please contact our clerks by calling +44 (0)20 7242 3555.
7BR’s family barristers are regularly instructed in public law proceedings under the Children Act 1989 and the Adoption and Children Act 2002. Members are renowned for their expertise in complex public law cases, both at first instance and appellate level, involving:
- serious non-accidental injury;
- child fatalities;
- fabricated and induced illness;
- sexual abuse;
- serious domestic abuse;
- radicalisation;
- honour-based violence;
- forced marriage;
- female genital mutilation;
- re-opening of historic findings;
- vulnerabilities and mental illness, including when the client is represented by the Official Solicitor;
- wardship;
- international and cross-border disputes; and
- appeal hearings.
Our team is frequently instructed by local authorities, parents, grandparents, extended family members, intervenors, foster carers, adopters and children (both directly or through their children’s Guardian). Members have substantial experience in representing vulnerable clients with mental health difficulties and learning difficulties/disabilities.
Members of the team pride themselves on their ability to provide robust representation through forensic analysis, skilled advocacy, in depth legal knowledge and pragmatic advice, while remaining sensitive to the issues involved.
For help or advice please call +44 (0)20 7242 3555 or complete the form below
A member of the Clerking team will help you resolve your request.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have an out of hours number?
Yes, please call Chambers mainline number +44 (0)20 7242 3555 and you will be directed to the out of hours phone lines.
How can I find out whether 7BR can take my case?
As a direct access client, please visit our direct access page and complete the initial form, a member of the clerking team will then be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Will my barrister deal with all the correspondence?
Some barristers have the ability to “conduct litigation” for direct access clients. Our clerks will be able to assist you as to which of our members are trained and accredited to do so.
How do I instruct a barrister?
Please visit our direct access page for the initial steps on instructing a barrister, or contact our clerks on +44 (0)20 7242 3555.