1 Hare Court

Jude is a respected senior junior with extensive experience in complex financial remedies work, including trusts, pensions, and agreements. She has particular expertise in Schedule 1 Children Act claims (and related TOLATA and private law children disputes).

Jude frequently acts as a Private FDR /ENE judge and now as arbitrator (Financial Scheme). She brings to this her many years’ experience as an (all issues) mediator, largely solicitor referred.

 Jude is known for her sound judgment, strategic insight and practical approach to dispute resolution. As a highly sought-after private FDR judge, evaluator and arbitrator, she provides clear, realistic and constructive assessments that assist parties in achieving early resolution wherever possible.

Whether acting as counsel, evaluator or arbitrator, Jude combines incisive legal analysis with a strong rapport with clients. She is committed to securing the best possible outcomes efficiently and cost-effectively. A calm and determined advocate when litigation is necessary, she is equally skilled at fostering collaboration and achieving settlements in even the most entrenched and challenging disputes.

Qualified 2004; Inner Temple; pupillage at QEB 2004-05; made tenant of 1 Hare Court 2006. Qualified mediator (all issues), Resolution trained.

French

FLBA, IFLA, Resolution affiliate member, Inner Temple.

Richmond Upon Thames FE College, Balliol College, Oxford (BA Hons History, Exhibitioner), City University (PGDL), Inns of Court School of Law (BVC). Major Scholar (Inner Temple).

Author of chapter on Financial Provision for Children in Rayden & Jackson on Family Matters

Prior to coming to the Bar, Jude was a journalist and editor at the online Telegraph.

Jude enjoys spending time with her family, travelling, concerts and on reigniting her predilection for poker