I am a Paralegal in the Private Client Team based at the firm’s Eastbourne office, where I have worked for over 11 years. Whilst I have experience in all areas of Private Client work, latery I have worked more specifically in relation to attorney affairs work within our specialist team.

My role is assisting clients with the running of their personal affairs in order to try and make their lives easier at a time when they are either unable to do so themselves or no longer wish to.

I enjoy helping people, building relationships with clients and understanding more about their lives, past and present. It also allows me to indulge my love of organisation.

I have three children and when I find some time for myself I enjoy a spa day or a West End show and cocktails!

I graduated from Law LLB with Honours first class in 2021 from the University of Sussex, during which time I took part in the Mayo Wynne Baxter Junior Mooting competition, which attracted me to the firm and gave me an opportunity to meet people who worked here. I had been determined to work here since and subsequently joined the firm in 2022.

In 2024, I passed my SQE 1 and am currently completing my SQE 2 as well as studying for my master’s degree part-time at the University of Law.

What attracted you, and keeps you, in this area of law?

With a background in debt advice, I am used to helping clients experiencing difficult personal and financial issues. I was attracted to Private Client due to the personable nature of this area of law, and I being an empathetic character, I can really help our clients in navigating what are often very difficult times.  My strengths include great organisational skills and a calm and cool manner when dealing with stressful situations.

What do you like to do outside of work?

Outside of work, I enjoy hiking and regularly train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

I was introduced to the world of law when I joined a local firm as a receptionist in 2015. I have worked in the Private Client Department since 2016, 4 years of which were spent specialising in Estate Administration matters. In January 2022 I obtained a specialist Paralegal qualification in Wills, Probate and Administration with the University of Law, and I am currently studying towards my CILEX Professional Qualification.

What attracted, and keeps you in this area of law?

By nature, the work we do in the Private Client Department is highly personal and can arise from very difficult circumstances for our clients. I love being able to help see clients through these matters and to make the processes easier for them. The confidence our clients put in us is a great privilege and makes the work we do all that more rewarding. I have personal experience with Dementia and am a registered ‘Dementia Friend’ via The Alzheimer’s Society.

What are your strengths and skills?

I understand how important it is for our clients to have trust in us, and I always aim to build those trusting relationships based on empathy, transparency, and dedication. I pride myself on being organised, and I love a good spreadsheet!

What do you like to do outside of work?

In my spare time, I enjoy going to the gym, cooking, playing video games and keeping up with the football.

I started at MWB in 2021 as an LSA, I then became a Paralegal in the Private Client team in June 2022.

Before starting at MWB, I worked as a manager for B&B hotels where I discovered my passion for helping people and I knew I wanted to work directly with people.

I also studied law at University of Kent, which I enjoyed. So, when I saw the opportunity to join MWB as a LSA I saw it as a perfect chance to progress my legal career path.

What do you most enjoy about your role? 

I love working with my team and meeting new clients every day. I’m often the first contact a client has to the firm, and I love to see the matter through to completion. It’s really satisfying to help people sort through their thoughts and needs into a working plan for their future!

What do you like to do outside of work?

I love to work on classic cars, I have just bought a Toyota MR2 1996, and she is beautiful! I also like to Ski and snowboard whenever I get the opportunity!

I have joined MWB as a Paralegal in the Residential Property team in Storrington.

I have studied with CILEX part-time whilst working and graduated in 2020. I hope to develop my skills and knowledge with the view to becoming a Charted Legal Executive in the future.

Prior to joining MWB and transitioning ino Residential Conveyancing, I worked in Commercial Property starting in an administrative role before becoming a Paralegal. I worked predominantly with developer clients and gained valuable knowledge and experience during this time. I have always had an interest in Residential Property and recently decided to make the change and intend to build my career in this area in the long term.

For me, building and maintaining relationships with clients is important and something I put real emphasis on in my day to day.

Outside of work, I enjoy baking, the outdoors and spending time with family. I also fundraise for and support Asthma and Lung UK and in 2021 participated in an overnight hike of Snowdon in support of the charity.

I have worked for Mayo Wynne Baxter since 2009, initially joining as a Legal Secretary before progressing to a Commercial Property Paralegal.

I hold a Commercial Property Paralegal Diploma and I specialise in simple land sale and purchases, first registrations, simple rural tenancy agreements and a wide range of Land Registry issues.

I work alongside Simon Baillie-Hamilton and Louise Trist and also assist them on their day to day matters.  I am predominantly based in the Lewes office.

In my spare time I enjoy socialising with friends, cooking and Mediterranean holidays!

I joined MWB in the summer of 2023 as a Residential Property Paralegal in the Storrington office.

Alongside my role as a Paralegal, I am also studying to become a Licensed Conveyancer. I have been working in residential conveyancing for over 3 years, and during this time I have dealt with a variety of cases. I hope to continue developing my knowledge with a view to becoming a Licensed Conveyancer in the future.

I understand the process of buying and selling a home can be overwhelming at points, and I always do my best to make the transition as easy as possible for our clients.

Outside of work and when I’m not studying, I enjoy baking and making the most of living in the beautiful Sussex countryside.

Following a successful career of over twenty-five years within the hospitality industry, I decided to return to education when my son started college.

I graduated from the University of Sussex with a 2:1 in Law in 2019 and I am currently studying for my LPC and masters at the University of Law.

I started working for MWB in January 2021 as a legal support assistant before moving to the Private Client department as a paralegal in September 2021.

Private Client is a varied area of law of which I believe matches my personal attributes. As a compassionate person, I find that I can provide reassurance to our clients when they feel anxious or overwhelmed when dealing with their private client matters.

I love dancing and listening to music. I love to travel and cannot wait to go abroad again.

I joined the Mayo Wynne Baxter Family Team as a Legal Secretary in 2012.

Having worked as a Legal Secretary in family law and litigation for over 30 years, I was promoted to a Paralegal in 2018.

My experience along with my understanding of each individual client’s personal circumstances makes me a first port of call for many clients.

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling, cooking and spending time with my family.

I am a paralegal in the Private Client team, and have previously worked in the firm in a support role.

I have completed my Postgraduate Diploma of Law with the University of Law, and am currently studying towards my Solicitors Qualifying Exams.

My main role is to provide support for our lawyers and assist in a range of Private Client matter, including Lasting Powers of Attorney, Wills and Probate and Estate Administration.

What do you most enjoy about your role?

I enjoy meeting clients and learning about their lives and needs, and finding ways that we can help them to achieve what they want in the best way possible.

I also enjoy getting stuck into a set of estate accounts and creating a clear picture of the financial history of an estate administration.

What are your strengths and skills?

I always try to be as helpful as possible, assisting clients and colleagues with their queries, and working out the best way forward. 

What do you like to do outside of work?

I am tower captain of my local bellringing group, and also a qualified Duke of Edinburgh leader and assessor, so love spending my weekends outdoors up on the South Downs.