Led by legal expert Barry Halliday, Halliday Wills and Legal was founded with a clear mission– to empower and protect our clients and small businesses wealth using comprehensive estate planning and legal services.
Barry Halliday is so much more than a legal professional, he is a dedicated advocate for safeguarding what matters most. With a profound understanding of the importance of family, Barry cherishes the role of being a father and grandfather.
Having studied at Buckingham and Reading to obtain his degree qualifications, Barry is regulated by the Chartered Institute of Executive Lawyers (CILEX reg no. 60032809) and as such, must continue to meet this criteria each year to retain his membership status.
His personal experiences have instilled in him a deep commitment to ensuring you feel secure and prepared for all eventualities.
Driven by an unparalleled passion for ensuring that his clients and their businesses are in safe hands, and having navigated life-changing moments himself, Barry fully understands the significance of safeguarding your family and assets.
His dedication is rooted in the belief that proactive legal planning can make a profound difference in securing your legacy.
With a career spanning 30 years in UK policing, Barry brings a wealth of experience to the legal arena.
His diverse roles in criminal investigation, counterterrorism, specialist operations, and major crime, including his final role as Area Commander at Thames Valley Police led to his journey into the legal field which culminated in him qualifying in Law in 2008.
After retiring from policing in 2014, Barry continued to serve the community by working for UK charity Police Mutual Society to proactively support the mental, physical and financial wellbeing of the Police staff and their families.
Beyond criminal law, Barry has a keen interest in human rights, tort, and contractual legislation, making him a well-rounded legal professional.
Barry’s expertise extends beyond the legal realm, making him a sought-after national TV expert.
Throughout his career, Barry has helped hundreds of clients plan their inheritance, safeguard their businesses, protect their families and assets, plan for the future, and provide support for those who have lost capacity.
His commitment to understanding your unique circumstances and delivering tailored legal solutions sets Halliday Wills and Legal apart.
At Halliday Wills and Legal, we invite you to experience personalised legal services delivered with empathy and care. Trust us to be your dedicated partner in securing your legacy and navigating life’s legal intricacies.
The treasure that needs protecting first is your family unit – however that looks – whether a blended family, small or extended.
Where are you, right now, in terms of legal protection? Are your loved ones in the picture for this?
Our core team
Meet the key people at Halliday Wills & Legal, who head up the wider team.
Barry M. Halliday
LLB (HONS) MCILEX
I work with a fantastic team to ensure our private clients portfolio, receive the very best of care and attention when dealing with their Estate matters.
From the initial scoping meeting to the eventual presentation of documents and official signing of the paperwork our dedication to deliver the very best service is all designed to offer you complete peace of mind and the security you have chosen a company who cares and will be here for you when you need us most.
Teddy B. Rhodes
LLB (HONS)
I’m a Law graduate and a member of the Private Client team at Barry Halliday Legal Services. I’m passionate about helping clients navigate important decisions about their future, providing a friendly, professional and approachable service.
As I continue to develop my career in law, I particularly enjoy working within Private Clients and supporting individuals and families with their estate planning needs. I take immense pride in making what can sometimes feel like a complicated process, into as straightforward and comfortable as possible for our clients.
Alexandra Halliday
I look after the private client accounts and invoicing for instructions.
My role within Barry Halliday Legal Services is to make sure all our clients have a seamless onboarding welcome to the company and to assist all our clients with any invoice queries they may have.
I really enjoy my role and feel I do support the rest of the team but most importantly our clients!
Claire Shahollari
I love being the P.A. at Barry Halliday Legal Services looking after both Barry and Teddy, because helping clients feel supported at every stage of the process really matters to me.
Keeping things organised and making the day run easier for the team is the part of the job that feels good to me too.
We all have a part to play ensuring our private clients get the very best service and I love my contribution!
Core Values
Guided by the following strong core values, Halliday Wills and Legal are dedicated meeting your legal needs with integrity, consistency, care, and expertise.
Integrity
Our commitment to integrity ensures that you receive legal services built on trust and ethical conduct.
Consistency
Caring
We understand the human side of legal processes and are dedicated to providing support during what may be difficult times.



