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Jay Banerji

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Jay specialises in family law. His work covers all areas of the law relating to children, as well as divorce and financial matters. Jay’s cases involve international matters such as abduction and applications to remove children from the jurisdiction.

Jay is ranked as a leading lawyer in the Legal 500 and has been described as ‘intelligent’, ‘a brilliant communicator’, and ‘a class act’.

Jay often appears against Queen’s Counsel, whether led, or as sole counsel.

Member

Family Law Bar Association; Inner Temple; Amnesty International.

Education

University College London, LLB, LLM
Inns of Court School of Law
Westminster School

London Bar

Children law (including public and private law)

Within: Leading Juniors

Jay Banerji - Fourteen ‘ Is counsel of choice for many solicitors who value his polished advocacy and exceptional client-handling skills. ’

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