I specialise in children law, international child abduction, and cases involving domestic abuse. I regularly assist clients with applying for and obtaining Non-Molestation Orders, Occupation Orders, Transfers of Tenancy and Children Act Orders. I have experience with complex children cases and committal proceedings. I regularly work with local domestic abuse agencies and charities. I act for clients on both a privately funded basis and a legal aid basis.
I speak intermediate Japanese and basic French.
Experience and Accreditations
- Distinction, Legal Practice Course with Integrated Masters, BPP Birmingham Law School
- First Class, BA (Hons) Law with Japanese, University of Hertfordshire
- Japanese Language Proficiency Level N3
Testimonials:
"I can't thank Poppy enough for going above and beyond to help me and my daughter navigate a very difficult situation."- Client
“Poppy’s insightful approach and warm nature mean her clients feel valued, listened to and supported at every stage. Her excellent attention to detail and thorough preparation makes working with her an absolute pleasure.” – Vivien Croly, St John’s Chambers
“Poppy is an exceptionally diligent and pro-active solicitor, with a focused mind on case strategy and direction. She is a solicitor who, clients can be reassured, will know their case inside out and her advice is always reliable and thorough. Alongside her comprehensive legal knowledge and keen eye for detail, Poppy’s sensitive but authoritative client handling skills make her an exemplary all-round solicitor. I have no hesitation in referring future clients to Poppy, as I remain confident that they will be in extremely capable hands and will have their cases prepared and advanced to an excellent standard.”- Mavis Amonoo-Acquah, Harcourt Chambers
"My solicitor requested the help of Brethertons to see me through a particularly difficult, upsetting court procedure recently. All who dealt with me were professional, understanding and sympathetic. I would particularly like to give a special mention to Poppy Harber who treated me with the utmost kindness and guided me all the way through the legal process. Nothing was too much trouble for her. A credit to the company. Thank you all."- Client
“I have been instructed by Poppy on multiple occasions. Her cases are often challenging, involving complex human dynamics and complicated factual issues. Despite those complexities, she always well prepared and available. Her clients always have felt well catered. Poppy is dedicated and great to work with.” – Kieran Ball, 4PB