Barrister
‘Haylee is an extremely effective advocate who is always intuitive, empathetic, pragmatic and responsive. Haylee’s extensive experience is reassuring to clients who always feel that they have been heard and that their case has been put in the best possible way. Clients appreciate Haylee’s warm, personable and approachable manner. Haylee is always solution focused, seeking to achieve the best outcome for our clients. She has impeccable presentation and attention to detail in every case on which we have worked together over the course of two decades. I have been able to rely on Haylee’s expertise in some of our most challenging cases, she can always see a way through tailoring her approach to ensure the best outcome. It is always a pleasure to work with Haylee.’ Claire Thomas, Thomas Chaytor Solicitors, 2024
About
Haylee O’Brien’s expertise encompasses various family law areas, evidenced by parents regularly instructing Haylee in enmeshed and protracted Children Act proceedings.
Practice overview
Haylee is highly recommended to guardians in complex and severe matters representing children. Such cases involve non-accidental injury, including “baby shaking” cases, infant death and sexual and physical abuse.
Haylee regularly appears in all tiers of court in matters of financial remedy and is frequently instructed by high-net-worth individuals for her client-focused approach and pragmatism. Solicitors describe Haylee as ‘robust in court,’ ‘ understanding the client’s needs,’ and ‘thorough in preparation.’
Haylee’s interests include cooking, gardening and Oriental art.
Education
University:
London School of Economics, Law (1983)
Law School:
Inns of Court School of Law (1984)
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