Harry Smith
Senior Family and Public Inquiries Clerk
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7242 3555
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For more information please contact our clerks by calling +44 (0)20 7242 3555.
Global movement has led to a rise in international families and, when relationships break down, complex international family law disputes arise. 7BR’s family barristers act in international child abduction, leave to remove / relocation, overseas divorce and cross-border financial remedy cases.
Members regularly appear in urgent High Court applications (wardship and the inherent jurisdiction) to locate and reunite children with a parent and to preserve assets worldwide, including freezing and other protective orders. They are experienced in cases under the 1980 Hague Convention, Brussels II Revised (where applicable), the UK-Pakistan Judicial Protocol and related international instruments.
In the financial sphere, the team provides advice in international divorce and family finance disputes involving jurisdiction and forum races, expatriate families, foreign property and businesses, offshore and onshore trusts, and Part III MFPA 1984 claims following foreign divorce.
Members have lectured on child abduction with organisations such as Reunite International and contribute to training on forced marriage and cross-border abuse. They also advise local authorities on interim and permanent overseas placements in care proceedings, and several have particular expertise where family and immigration law overlap.
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.