Hannah Rees

Hannah practises exclusively in family law. She is committed to providing clear, practical advice alongside strong and effective advocacy. She understands the emotional and legal challenges that often arise following the breakdown of a relationship and works closely with clients to guide them through every stage of proceedings with sensitivity and professionalism.

Hannah accepts instructions in all areas of Family Court work, including:

• Non-Molestation Orders and Occupation Orders
• Private children proceedings, including First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointments (FHDRA) and Dispute Resolution Appointments
• Cases involving domestic abuse, child abuse, neglect, and complex expert evidence, including psychological assessments
• Matters involving allegations of parental alienation
• Fact-finding hearings and final hearings
• Deprivation of Liberty matters in the High Court
• Appeals

Hannah is regularly instructed in care proceedings and represents parents, Children’s Guardians, and Local Authorities. She has substantial experience dealing with cases involving expert evidence and complex welfare issues.

As an accredited direct access barrister, Hannah can be instructed directly by members of the public for advice and representation without the need to instruct a solicitor.

Hannah was Called to the Bar by The Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn in 2019 after completing the Bar Professional Training Course. She achieved the highest marks in her cohort in Family Law, Employment Law, and Drafting.

Before qualifying as a barrister, Hannah worked in a variety of social care, safeguarding, and assessment roles. Her experience includes working with both private organisations and Local Authorities in the provision and assessment of care requirements for children and vulnerable adults.