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Clarion

Family/Matrimonial

UK Guide 2026 : Yorkshire

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Clarion

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None of us know what the future holds when it comes to our personal relationships. Whilst we all hope they will last, sadly not all do. During these difficult times - whether you’re facing relationship difficulties, or parental issues - you want to team up with people who not only care about your situation but will back you up no matter what. Family law has a vital role to play in safeguarding your interests, whether financial, emotional or otherwise.

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Family/Matrimonial - Yorkshire

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Clarion in Leeds is noted for its ability in both Children Act cases and separation matters involving divorce and civil partnership dissolution. The Leeds-based firm often acts for high net worth individuals on complex financial settlements involving pensions, business interests, international assets and inheritances. It also has experience advising on cross-border cases, marital agreements and family wealth planning. The team has renowned ADR capability and often handles collaborative and mediation matters.

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Strengths

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  • The Clarion team are very knowledgeable and command a lot of respect in the way they conduct matters.

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  • The Clarion team are amazingly knowledgeable, thoughtful and compassionate.

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  • They have the power of being a strong team from top to bottom, surrounded by the larger firm full of commercial know-how and support.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rachel Spencer Robb
    Rachel Spencer Robb

    Rachel Spencer Robb

    Rachel Spencer Robb is head of the family team and highly experienced in matrimonial finance matters. In addition to divorce and marital agreements, she also assists with complex issues concerning children.

    • Rachel has got a great personality for family work when it gets personal and emotional.

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    • Rachel was very practical and straightforward in her advice.

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    • Rachel is a true performer who is not scared to fight her client's corner. She is approachable and astute with a commercial approach.

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    • She has sound judgement that helps guide her clients to sensible settlements. She does not fight for the sake of fighting.

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    • Rachel was excellent, and I would recommend her to all should they be in need of a divorce or matrimonial lawyer.

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  • Siobhan Jeffels
    Siobhan Jeffels

    Siobhan Jeffels

    Siobhan Jeffels advises on both financial and children-related disputes associated with divorce and separation proceedings. Her client base includes successful professionals and high net worth individuals.

    • Siobhan is friendly and approachable with a steely determination.

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    • Siobhan is absolutely on the ball all of the time. She makes you aware of all the risk but is incredibly effective at delivering impact and mitigating every aspect of that risk along the way.

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