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Clare has a thriving and busy practice across the spectrum of family law, welcoming instructions from both solicitors and Direct Access clients under the Bar Public Access Scheme.

Clare was shortlisted in 2024 for two prestigious awards. In February 2024 she was shortlisted by Advocate for Pro Bono International Barrister of the Year. In June 2024 she was shortlisted for Family Law Young Barrister of the Year. Clare is praised for her empathetic approach, meticulous preparation and her robust written and oral advocacy which regularly achieves positive outcomes for her clients.

Clare has appeared for clients at all stages of proceedings including in complex multi-day fact-finding and final hearings and in international cases in the High Court. She has appeared against Counsel of all levels of seniority including KC’s.

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Clare previously worked for the Ministry of Defence. Her work included national security litigation and policy, including aspects of international human rights law and liaising with foreign governments. Clare is co-author of the chapter on Proscription in the book National Security: Law Procedure and Practice, published in 2021.

Clare has also worked for the Official Solicitor, the Government Legal Department, and as a senior financial sanctions adviser for HM Treasury.

The Honourable Society of Grays Inn

Family Law Bar Association

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Association of Lawyers for Children

In addition to her legal qualifications and experience, Clare has a first-class degree in Psychology and has volunteered extensively with Victim Support and Witness Service assisting vulnerable parties during criminal court proceedings.

Clare has been featured in the Pro Bono Recognition List for England and Wales and continues to volunteer her time with Advocate and Dad’s House.

Clare writes about recent cases of interest for Family Law Week and has written articles on developments within family law as well as lecturing on domestic abuse and fact-finding hearings.