Leiper Gupta Family Lawyers Ltd (LGFL Ltd)

Leiper Gupta Family Lawyers (LGFL Ltd) are a dynamic, forward-thinking boutique family law firm with a “formidable reputation”. Based near Reading, LGFL’s Directors particularly excel in cases involving minor children, thanks to their unique holistic and child-centred approach to divorce, separation, settlements and legal issues affecting family life.

Since the firm was first listed in the UK Legal 500 for 2017, LGFL’s reputation for legal expertise carried out with empathy and professionalism has grown, in turn attracting national media interest. LGFL frequently takes on major City law firms in court with highly successful outcomes for their clients.

"The reality is that Anne Leiper and Rita Gupta are a fantastic team. They dedicate themselves to their cases and are relentless in pushing a case forward to the benefit of their clients. They are incredibly detailed in their approach and, where appropriate, leave no stone unturned."
The Legal 500 2023 edition

Directors Rita Gupta and Anne Leiper sharing a passion for helping their clients resolve even the most complex of family issues. Every case is director-led, ensuring high-level expertise and reassuring continuity for all types of cases, from a straightforward amicable divorce to extremely complex high net worth financial settlements.

During their initial 60-minute consultation, every client can benefit from each Directors’ extensive experience, and explore a range of strategies to secure the best possible outcome.

“Anne and Rita offer clear tactical direction from the outset – they think three steps head and plan accordingly. They do not fight needlessly, but when they are called upon, they will fight harder than anyone. They are very good at cutting through nonsense and getting to the point.”
The Legal 500 2023 edition

Specialist family lawyers
LGFL offer extensive experience, empathy and success with less stress in all aspects of family law, Rita and Anna are both highly experienced in complex litigation involving extensive documentation and emotive issues, including:

• Divorce and separation
• High net worth financial settlements
• Comprehensive settlements for long-term provision of SEN children
• Complex private child cases, including residence, contact disputes, Specific Issue Orders, Prohibited Steps Orders, and advising on Special Guardianship
• Domestic violence, emotional abuse, and coercive control cases
• Pre and post nuptial agreements
• Dispute resolution via mediation and collaborative law
• Cases involving the relocation of children both internal and external

LGFL: a highly personalised service
LGFL deal with every matter in a discreet and sensitive manner. Their trademark empathetic and pragmatic approach ensures that all client expectations are both realistic and achievable. Their high levels of personal privacy and confidentiality for clients is further enhanced by the discreet location of their calming countryside offices at Wyvols Court in Swallowfield.

“LGFL are a very human legal team, with doses of empathy but regimented professionalism. Through the many ups and downs, the team are honest, direct and forthright but understanding in what are sometimes very emotional, complicated and tricky times.“
The Legal 500 2022 edition

National and international clients
Thanks to new conferencing systems and digital communications, LGFL now serves clients across the UK and beyond. They enjoy an enviable reputation in their local community around the Reading and North Hampshire, and across the UK especially for cases involving divorce and the SEN child..

LGFL also continue to represent clients living or working abroad, including Europe, Hong Kong, the Middle East, the US and Asia. Ex-pat clients particularly value LGFL’s reputation for swift action and pragmatic advice, especially when a party to legal proceedings held in England or Wales.

Client recommendations
Over half of new clients come from personal recommendations from friends, family or business colleagues who have appreciated LGFL’s unique blend of tenacity and empathy.

Recent high-profile and celebrity clients have chosen LGFL over other well-known divorce lawyers in London. This is due in no small part to the exceptional level of discretion and confidentiality LGFL can offer by being based out of town and away from the scrutiny of other parties including the media.

Managing director: Rita Gupta
Rita deals with all areas of family law including divorce, domestic and emotional abuse, finances, cohabitation issues and children. Rita is especially skilled in:

• Custody and care of children
• Divorce and settlements regarding SEN children
• Financial settlements where the interests of minors are paramount
• Complex financial abuse cases
• Domestic abuse and coercive control against men and women

"Rita Gupta has a unique and magnetic energy that inspires confidence. Rita’s input into the wider family law sector, with her articles and interviews, demonstrates her knowledge and passion for her area."
The Legal 500 2023 edition

Finance and compliance director: Anne Leiper
An expert litigator, Anne has particular expertise in securing complex, detailed financial settlements involving pensions. Anne is known for her skills in highly complex financial matters for high-net-worth clients. She is also a Resolution trained collaborative lawyer, and a Resolution trained mediator.

“Anne Leiper is a tenacious experienced matrimonial lawyer who is unfazed by taking on the big firms. She gives clear sensible advice and is a brilliant guide for clients in difficult circumstances.”
The Legal 500 2020 edition

Mediation and collaborative law
LGFL prides itself on a constructive approach to resolving family disputes out of court, and offers in-house mediation and collaborative law services. Their expertise in this area helps minimize distress to those involved, especially children, whilst also reducing potential court and legal costs for the client. This strategic approach has helped LGFL secure strong financial settlements for both husbands and wives in financial remedy cases.

Outreach and education
As part of their mission to educate and inform, LGFL continue to build on their strong presence in all media. Directors Rita Gupta and Anne Leiper have both  discussed family law issues including no fault divorce several times on national TV and radio, including for BBC Radio 5 Live, LBC News, London Live TV, GB News, Times Radio, and numerous appearances on local radio.

In addition, LGFL regularly publish online at their own website, with a ground-breaking article on post-separation abuse attracting thousands of views. LGFL also write engaging, informative articles for ‘lifestyle’ magazines, to reach out to and inform a wider demographic in their area and surrounding counties.

Rita Gupta also write regular blogs for the Law Society, YouTube and TikTok ‘explainer’ videos, professional training seminars for young lawyers and paralegals, and reviews of books on separation and divorce for children.