One of our impressive senior juniors, Jude Allen, is described as “superb on every front… one of our go to barristers for tricky financial cases” and “one of the most client-friendly barristers I know”.
Jude’s practice centres around high value complex financial remedies cases and she is particularly well regarded for her expertise in Schedule 1 claims and financial provision for children; whether as advocate, neutral evaluator, mediator, or legal author.
Known for her impeccable judgment and ability to engage with clients, Jude has become one of the ‘go to’ private FDR Judges and appears in the Legal 500 rankings for NCDR.
Jude has been ranked for many years in Chambers and Partners and as a Leading Junior in the Legal 500, which say:
“She is very highly regarded and for very good reason – Jude’s legal knowledge and judgement are excellent. She is a tough but fair opponent, who is honest and the consummate professional.”
“Jude in hugely compassionate and brilliant with clients. She is a powerful advocate who retains a sympathetic bedside manner”
“Jude is able to unpick tricky cases and get them into a position where we’re able to settle. She’s good at bringing the client along with her as they trust her judgement.”
“Jude has excellent legal knowledge and Judgement. She is always thoroughly prepared and has a calm and pragmatic approach to cases.”
“She is always really well prepared and fights her client’s corner well.”
Away from Chambers, Jude enjoys spending time with her family (preferably mixed with adventurous travel!), concerts, and on reigniting her predilection for poker.
Before coming to the Bar, Jude was a journalist and editor at the online Telegraph.
For more information or to instruct Jude, please contact Dan Barnett on 0207 797 7070.
