Raworths‘ private client department is supplemented by the firm’s full-service offering, facilitating comprehensive support for individuals with complex business, agricultural, and trust assets. Carmelita Ardren is the head of department, and specialises in financial settlements pertaining to divorce or separation. Working with Arden are Joanna Lofthouse, an expert in the agricultural sector; Claire Hunter, who particularly focuses on disputes involving children; and Lucy Westmoreland, who covers a broad range of matters.
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‘Raworths' family team offers considerable experience coupled with a genuine commitment to NCDR processes.’
‘Carmelita Ardren - Her considerable technical knowledge is complimented by great soft skills and client management.’
‘Raworths have an exceptional family team, one of the best in the region and known nationally for their expertise.’
‘Claire Hunter is a fantastic family lawyer. She is hardworking, dedicated and empathetic to her clients, who feel secure in her representation.’
‘The Raworths team are very solution focused. They're very friendly, very good with clients, and very able.’
‘Carmelita Ardren heads the team and is a powerhouse in Harrogate. She's very bright and able, but also down to earth and seeks to find solutions even where other parties are being difficult.’
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Practice head
Carmelita Ardren
Other key lawyers
Joanna Lofthouse; Claire Hunter; Lucy Westmoreland