Claudia Gilham

Principal Associate

What can I do for you

Claudia is a principal associate in our family team. She advises clients about the financial consequences of relationship breakdown, whether cohabiting or married. Claudia also has a substantial practice in advising parents in private law children cases, particularly those which are considered high conflict and/or with an international aspect. Legal 500 considers her the "name to note for private children cases" in the region.  

Supporting your ambitions

Claudia works hard to understand what her clients want to achieve, providing valuable, robust and straightforward advice.

Recent highlights for Claudia include:

  • Advising a father in the Court of Appeal, and advising a mother in complex children proceedings which included a two-week long fact-finding hearing.

          In both cases, Claudia kept the focus on the child(ren) throughout. 

  • Negotiating a favourable agreement for a multi-generational farmer with significant arguments regarding the accrual of pre-marital wealth.

Commentators state: 

"Mills & Reeve are the stand-out quality firm in Leeds. They are a notch above everyone else. The quality of their work is unparalleled"

and

"They are the go-to team for resolving large financial disputes, incredibly thorough in their analysis of the detail and desire to achieve the right result for their client, who is completely safe in their hands."

What do others say

The only Chambers and Partners 2023 "Star Associate" in the region.

Legal 500 2023 "Next Generation Partner" and winner of Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse 2023 Private Client Rising Star Award. 

Commentators state:

  • "She is the future of family law - she has an absolutely phenomenal brain and her expertise is outrageous."
  • "The amount of support and care she puts in to cases is just incredible from both a professional and emotional point of view."
  • "Claudia is an absolute standout performer... she is punching well above her standing. Claudia is on course to become the standout family lawyer in the north."

What else should you know

Claudia plays rugby for Scarborough Women's RUFC, which means she never underestimates the value of team work (and getting her hands dirty!). 

Claudia is a vocal advocate of volunteering and community engagement. 

What our clients say about us

  • Claudia has good judgement and loyalty to her clients.
    Chambers UK Guide 2026
  • Claudia was understanding throughout a sensitive case and made sure we focused on areas of importance rather than getting waylaid.
    Chambers UK Guide 2026

As many clients will testify, too many lawyers deliver the required legal expertise but fail to deliver an outstanding client experience. Which is why we always listen to our clients and constantly ask ourselves what we can do to deliver the results you expect.

You expect a close and attentive working relationship, with a lawyer that is responsive and available when you need them. You also want clear, pragmatic and commercial advice tailored to your needs, and transparency and certainty on costs. We completely agree. That’s why every day, through our culture and approach we are committed to delivering the exceptional results and service our clients expect of us.

Related sectors and services

  • Family and children law
  • Children
  • Domestic abuse
  • Family solicitors in Leeds
  • Private wealth
  • Unmarried couples