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Laura is a Solicitor in our Family team in the Bath office, specialising in Finance in Divorce and Private Children Law.
Laura began her legal career at Royds With King as a legal assistant in our Clinical Negligence team, whilst studying for her Legal Practice Course (LPC) part time. After completing the LPC she started her training contract with our firm. On qualification, Laura joined Irwin Mitchell in Bristol working on some of the biggest Family cases in the South West.
Laura has returned to Royds Withy King, joining the Family team, specialising in high net worth divorce and financial settlements and also helping client’s resolve disputes relating to children.
Laura’s previous experience of working in a school for children with learning disabilities and studying modules in child psychology at university has provided her with a unique foundation and understanding in cases involving children, especially in contested Children Act matters where child arrangements are in dispute.
Laura hasworked on the following cases:
Laura is a member of Resolution.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys a variety of sports from skiing to trail running. She has taken part in the firms 3 Peaks Challenge and charity cycle from Bath to Paris. When she isn’t running or cycling, Laura can be found running around after her young son or indulging in good food with family and friends. Laura is also an Army Reservist.
I am empathetic towards client’s situations, proactive in my approach and tenacious in getting the best result for our clients. I am very passionate and ambitious in my role and will embrace any challenge that comes my way.
Laura Podger
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