As ‘one of the top specialist boutique firms in Leeds’, Lake Legal deploys an ‘established, forward-thinking, adaptable and capable team’ to advise on the full range of private family matters, particularly noted for its financial work with high-net-worth individuals, including matters involving business and trust assets, often cross-jurisdictionally. Also a stand out area is the team’s work with families of autistic children. Lyn Ayrton, praised as ’the real queen of financial remedy in the North East‘, co-heads the team: she is an arbitrator with specialist knowledge of complex financial settlements. Co-head Claire Glaister, who is also the firm's managing partner, has experience of pre- and post-nuptial agreements.
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- ‘Lake Legal are a cut above other boutique family firms in the region. They are straightforward, honest and caring. They offer a terrific service and don't scare their clients into battles that aren't worth fighting. Lyn has raised a unit of solution focused lawyers with their heads firmly screwed on.’
- ‘One of the top specialist boutique firms in Leeds, with an established, forward-thinking, adaptable and capable team.’
‘Lyn Ayrton is the most impressive solicitor in the North East. Highly knowledgeable, great ability to call a case, superb client care skills. Instills calm.'
'Claire Glaister shows wisdom beyond her seniority. A most accomplished solicitor. Thorough, great judgment.’
‘The biggest strength of this firm is its people. The all female team is led by two fantastic lawyers in Lyn Ayrton and Claire Glaister and has strength throughout.'
‘Lyn Ayrton has had an enviable career and is at the top of her game. Brilliant lawyer with experience.'
- 'Brooke Dempsey is one to watch. She is a strong and robust lawyer with compassion and empathy for her clients.’
‘Lyn Ayrton is the real queen of financial remedy in the north east region.'
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Practice head
Lyn Ayrton; Claire Glaister
Other key lawyers
Hollie Burnett; Brooke Dempsey