Tim Wheldon
Timothy John Wheldon (1959 – 2023) was an English solicitor.[1][2][3]
Biography
[edit]Born into a family with a history of whaling, Wheldon pursued a career in law, transitioning from a traditional family occupation to the legal profession.[1] Educated at Woodleigh School and Hymers College, he qualified as a solicitor and joined the family law firm, Gosschalk Wheldon, which eventually became part of the international law firm Addleshaw Goddard.[1]
Wheldon's legal career included significant work in private financing, particularly his involvement in the Royal Armouries project in Leeds.[1] In 2002, he shifted his career focus to business, working with Malcolm Healey in e-commerce and life sciences investment.[1] He returned to his law firm in Leeds in 2011, but a back injury led to his retirement in 2018.[1] Wheldon then engaged in agriculture, specifically sheep farming.[1]
Known for his jovial personality, Wheldon maintained a strong client base in Yorkshire.[1] His legal work extended to the literary sector, notably in the discovery and preservation of audio recordings of poet Philip Larkin, which he later facilitated for public release.[1]
Wheldon's approach to legal practice was marked by a blend of informality and assertiveness, as evidenced in his interactions with publisher Robert Maxwell.[1] His personal style often deviated from traditional corporate norms, favoring casual attire over formal suits.[1]
Career
[edit]His personal life saw two marriages, both ending in divorce.[1] He is survived by four children, who pursued careers outside the legal field.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m "Tim Wheldon obituary". 25 October 2023 – via The Times.
- ^ "Tim Wheldon: Tributes paid to 'legal maverick' who represented Philip Larkin and faced down Robert Maxwell".
- ^ "Tim Wheldon: Tributes to leading Yorkshire lawyer who has died aged 64 | TheBusinessDesk.com". 29 September 2023.