Described as ‘the go-to firm for high-net-worth clients’, the Leeds-based family team at Stewarts Law LLP stands out for its exclusive focus on high-value disputes, including complex children disputes. Adrian Clossick, head of the team, has longstanding experience in financial disputes involving offshore assets, include company and trust structures, while Lisette Dupré is a sought-after specialist in complex international jurisdictional issues. Ellie Hampson-Jones continues to handle novel, complex children matters, while Jenny Bowden has an ’outstanding reputation‘ in nuptial agreements. The team continues to grow, with new members Sophie Arrowsmith, joining from Consilia Legal in April 2023, and Felicia Munde, who came to the team from Dawson Cornwell LLP in May 2023.
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‘Stewarts has one of the most highly regarded family law in Leeds and Yorkshire. It is the go-to firm for high-net-worth clients and I would not hesitate to recommend them.’
‘Adrian Clossick is an extremely able family law practitioner who is very highly regarded by his peers.’
- 'Felicia Munde is an exceptional young solicitor and definitely one to watch for the future - very responsive, very approachable, very committed to securing the best outcomes for her clients.'
‘Jenny Bowden is an excellent solicitor who goes above and beyond for clients. She is very good at handling difficult situations and you very much want her in your corner.'
'Lisette Dupré has an exceptionally strong pedigree as a highly experienced international family lawyer and her services add materially to an already very strong offering, setting the firm apart.’
- 'Jenny Bowden is a true rising star who stands shoulder to shoulder with the region's leading individuals. Jenny has built an outstanding reputation for advising on complex, high value nuptial agreements. Her advice is sensible and her manner is collaborative.’
- 'Felicia Munde is a true star of the future. Very calm, sensible and wise beyond her years. A true talent.’
- 'The firm has an international expertise not typical of other firms in and around Leeds. The firm has both strength and depth in its family team and can draw on the expertise of its other offices and departments.'
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Practice head
Adrian Clossick
Other key lawyers
Lisette Dupré; Ellie Hampson-Jones; Jenny Bowden; Sarah Harvey; Sophie Arrowsmith; Felicia Munde