Hayley-jo Lockley

Specialist in Contentious Probate, Tlata Disputes, Civil and Commercial Litigation

With over 14 years of experience in the legal sector, Hayley-Jo Lockley is a highly skilled litigator with expertise spanning contentious probate, trust disputes, property disputes between unmarried couples (TLATA), commercial litigation, and debt recovery matters. Called to the Bar in 2009, Hayley-Jo began her career at a solicitors firm handling commercial disputes and debt matters before retraining as a solicitor and qualifying in 2015. Her diverse legal background equips her to tackle a wide range of civil and commercial litigation issues with precision and strategic insight.

For the past eight years, Hayley-Jo has developed a strong reputation for resolving contentious wills, trusts, and estate disputes, as well as property matters under TLATA. Her extensive experience also includes advising clients on commercial contract disputes, debt recovery strategies, and managing business-critical claims. She combines legal expertise with a practical approach, focusing on achieving cost-effective solutions tailored to her clients' goals.

Hayley-Jo is known for her approachable and client-focused style, ensuring that her clients’ needs are always prioritised. She excels in strategising claims by assessing merits, legal costs, and desired outcomes, aiming for swift and favorable resolutions. Experienced in alternative dispute resolution, Hayley-Jo also has a proven track record of successfully pursuing cases through court when settlement is not achievable.

Beyond her practice, Hayley-Jo has shared her knowledge as a tutor at BPP University, teaching postgraduate courses to aspiring solicitors, barristers, and legal apprentices.

Most recently, she served as a Senior Associate at a leading national firm, specialising in contentious trusts and probate matters.

With her blend of legal expertise, strategic acumen, and personable approach, Hayley-Jo is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for her clients