JUNIOR PROFILE
George Harley

George Harley

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

Provided by 36 Family

Practice Areas

Children Act

Work is focused to private children case, in particular parental alienation matters or where there is a breakdown down in contact in light of implacable hostility from one parent, and the manipulation of children in such disputes is often a challenge to overcome.

Financial remedies

Work is focused on high net cases with an international element. Often, World Wide Freezing Orders are a necessary application being made before the High Court . In particular, cases where assets have been dissipated prior to divorce proceedings and an add back needs to be established. Also, Schedule 1 cases in respects of a child’s financial needs.

A nuanced area of George’s practice is void/voidable and non-marriage cases, often requiring expert evidence as to cultural practises which can be fascinating.

Career

Called 2013

Professional Memberships

Membership: Family Law Bar Association

Personal

MA Philosophy, The University of Edinburgh. Graduate Diploma of Law, City Law School. Bar Professional Training Course, City Law School.

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

Family: Children - London (Bar)

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

George Harley is a financial remedies and private children law practitioner who frequently represents parents in the context of family disputes. He focuses his practice on highly sensitive cases, usually those involving allegations of parental alienation and relocation disputes. Harley is frequently sought out by clients whose cases have cross-border dimensions.

Family: Matrimonial Finance - London (Bar)

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

George Harley is a financial remedies and private children law practitioner who frequently represents parents in the context of family disputes. He focuses his practice on highly sensitive cases, usually those involving allegations of parental alienation and relocation disputes. Harley is frequently sought out by clients whose cases have cross-border dimensions.

Strengths

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  • George always has a sharp focus on securing excellent outcomes, and he has the adaptability to achieve his aims whether by constructive negotiations or powerful advocacy.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar
  • George is always very committed to his clients and their cause.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar
  • George punches above his weight and has excellent client management skills.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar
  • George Harley is a charming, eloquent and effective barrister. He is calm under pressure and able to manage a difficult client while ensuring a positive outcome.

    Family: ChildrenUK Bar

Ranked Barristers at 36 Family (56)

All Circuits

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    Family/Matrimonial: Non-Court Dispute Resolution

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    Rhys Taylor

    Family/Matrimonial: Non-Court Dispute Resolution

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London (Bar)

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