A legacy of trust,
tailored for the
creative industries
In 1921, Leslie Hogben started trading from home in Southgate as a general insurance broker. His clients included theatre and circus personnel. Leslie identified a market for tax advisory services to these clients, recruiting Frank Dunphy and David Sherbird as his assistants.
In the 1960s, the firm relocated to the west end of London to cater for an expanding niche client base and secured an office suite at 26 Charing Cross Road. Frank Dunphy and David Sherbird became partners with Leslie Hogben.
In 1921, Leslie Hogben started trading from home in Southgate as a general insurance broker. His clients included theatre and circus personnel. Leslie identified a market for tax advisory services to these clients, recruiting Frank Dunphy and David Sherbird as his assistants.
In the 1960s, the firm relocated to the west end of London to cater for an expanding niche client base and secured an office suite at 26 Charing Cross Road. Frank Dunphy and David Sherbird became partners with Leslie Hogben.
Throughout the 1970s and into the early 1980s, Leslie, Frank and David continued trading in partnership as Leslie Hogben & Co. and latterly Hogbens. Leslie Hogben passed away in the early eighties. During the 1980s and early 1990s, Frank Dunphy became sole proprietor following David Sherbird’s early retirement, growing the firm and recruiting Richard Wadhams and one other partner in 1986 and 1989 respectively, and moved to 22 Charing Cross road in 1999.
In 2002, the firm became Hogbens Dunphy. In late 2000 with Frank Dunphy no longer involved in the day-to-day running of the practice, Richard Wadhams took the helm as Director, and moved the firm to 45 Monmouth Street, just around the corner from Covent Garden.
Throughout the 1970s and into the early 1980s, Leslie, Frank and David continued trading in partnership as Leslie Hogben & Co. and latterly Hogbens. Leslie Hogben passed away in the early eighties. During the 1980s and early 1990s, Frank Dunphy became sole proprietor following David Sherbird’s early retirement, growing the firm and recruiting Richard Wadhams and one other partner in 1986 and 1989 respectively, and moved to 22 Charing Cross road in 1999.
In 2002, the firm became Hogbens Dunphy. In late 2000 with Frank Dunphy no longer involved in the day-to-day running of the practice, Richard Wadhams took the helm as Director, and moved the firm to 45 Monmouth Street, just around the corner from Covent Garden.
Over the ensuing years Richard Wadhams has continued to grow our client base in The Arts, entertainment and creative industries. During this time, Richard has gained a wealth of experience across various sectors and strives to deliver the best for his clients. Richard has a passion for Film, Art, Music and Theatre.
Richard Wadhams
Director
Over the ensuing years Richard Wadhams has continued to grow our client base in The Arts, entertainment and creative industries. During this time, Richard has gained a wealth of experience across various sectors and strives to deliver the best for his clients. Richard has a passion for Film, Art, Music and Theatre.
Richard Wadhams
Director
Our timeline
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Leslie Hogben begins trading from home in Southgate as a general insurance broker, serving theatre and circus professionals.
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The firm relocates to the West End, securing offices at 26 Charing Cross Road. Frank Dunphy and David Sherbird become partners.
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The firm operates as Leslie Hogben & Co., later renamed Hogbens. Leslie Hogben passes away in the early 1980s.
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Frank Dunphy becomes sole proprietor. Richard Wadhams and partner join in 1986 and 1989 respectively.
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The firm moves to 22 Charing Cross Road.
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Richard Wadhams becomes Director; Frank Dunphy steps back from daily operations.
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The firm is officially renamed Hogbens Dunphy.
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Relocation to Oxford Street, above The 100 Club music venue.
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Richard Wadhams continues to expand the firm’s client base in The Arts, entertainment and creative industries.