Hannah joined Mayo Wynne Baxter in 2026 and is a paralegal in the Private Client Department. She is currently working towards an MA Law degree at the University of Sussex.
Hannah is a point of contact for clients, providing reliable information, arranging appointments and forwarding legal queries to legal advisers. Hannah is based in the Eastbourne office and supports clients in the local area.
“I enjoy communicating with clients and providing high quality service.”
Katie is a Paralegal within the Employment Department at Mayo Wynne Baxter. She joined the the firm in April 2023 when MWB merged with Lawson Lewis Blakers, where Katie had previously gained experience as a Legal Secretary.
Within the Employment Department, Katie’s role is to support the Legal Advisers across a variety of matters. Her primary role involves assisting with client on-boarding, managing documentation, liaising with clients with an aim to ensuring that their matters progress smoothly.
Katie is working towards her Solicitor Apprenticeship Qualification, she began studying for this in September 2024. This route of qualification will enable her to develop her legal expertise through a mixture of academic study and on the job experience. As she progresses through the qualification, Katie is gaining the knowledge and skills required to qualify as a solicitor whilst continuing to support the team in her role as a paralegal.
Tina is an Associate Solicitor in the family law team. She qualified as a Solicitor in 2009 and works in all aspects of family law.
Tina joined Mayo Wynne Baxter in 2026. Prior to that she worked at a local firm of solicitors for 28 years.
She understands that family law matters can be among the most stressful times in a person’s life and she is committed to providing advice that is both clear and compassionate.
She takes a practical and client-focused approach, always looking for constructive ways to resolve issues and achieve outcomes that work. As a member of Resolution, she is dedicated to a respectful and non-confrontational style of practice wherever possible.
Tina is known for her friendly and approachable manner, consistently reflected in the positive feedback she receives from clients. A thoughtful and attentive listener, Tina is often described as caring and empathetic, with an honest and fair approach to client relationships.
She actively promotes alternative dispute resolution and seeks to resolve matters without court proceedings wherever possible. Clients frequently commend her legal expertise, the accuracy of her advice and her ability to achieve timely and effective outcomes.
She enjoys mentoring colleagues and playing a part in maintaining the supportive team culture that lies at the heart of Mayo Wynne Baxter’s client service.
Her areas of expertise include:
Charis is an experienced residential property Paralegal with over 8 years of expertise supporting clients through all aspects of residential conveyancing. She works closely with individuals, lenders and solicitors, providing efficient, proactive support to help ensure property transactions progress smoothly from instruction to completion.
Charis helps clients navigate the residential conveyancing process with confidence, providing practical support and clear communication from the initial instruction through to completion. With over eight years of experience as a Residential Property Paralegal, she understands that buying or selling a home can be one of life’s most significant milestones and is committed to making the process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
Charis specialises in all aspects of residential conveyancing, assisting with freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfers of equity, remortgages, new build properties and shared ownership transactions. She works closely with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other solicitors to ensure matters progress efficiently while keeping clients informed at every stage. Her organised and proactive approach enables her to anticipate potential issues early and help keep transactions on track.
Throughout her career, Charis has supported a wide range of clients, from first-time buyers taking their first step onto the property ladder to experienced homeowners and property investors. She has extensive experience managing complex transaction chains, liaising with multiple parties to meet deadlines, and helping clients achieve timely completions wherever possible. She recognises that every transaction is unique and takes pride in delivering a responsive, approachable and professional service tailored to each client’s individual circumstances.
Charis serves clients, providing trusted support throughout the residential property process. She believes that accessibility, transparency and regular communication are key to delivering an excellent client experience and strives to ensure clients always know what to expect and feel supported throughout their transaction.
If you are buying, selling, remortgaging or transferring property, Charis would be pleased to assist you and guide you through the process with practical advice and dedicated support. Get in touch with the team to discuss your matter and find out how she can help.
Simon is an experienced property solicitor dealing with all aspects of residential property work including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, auction sales and purchases,re-financing and the granting and taking of new leases and sales of part.
As a Solicitor, having worked in London specialising in property matters for many years, Simon relocated to Sussex working for a large regional firm before joining the Property Team at our Eastbourne Office.
Simon has a loyal client following and is friendly and approachable and takes a practical, and common sense approach to matters, working with others to help transactions proceed as quickly as possible with communication being the key.
Outside work, Simon has a keen interest in aviation, travel and spending time with family and friends.
Ria is a paralegal specialising in family law with over 18 years experience in assisting solicitors to provide clients with advice and support in their family and matrimonial matters. She joined Mayo Wynne Baxter as a paralegal in 2023 following the merger between Lawson Lewis Blakers and Mayo Wynne Baxter. Prior to the merger, Ria had worked as a legal secretary since 2007.
Ria is a paralegal in the Family and Relationships Department based in the Eastbourne office where she assists Head of Department, Grant Parker, and Associate Solicitor, Tina Ripley. She has a wealth of experience in all aspects of matrimonial law, including divorce and separation, financial remedy matters, Children Act issues and Family Law Act proceedings.
Ria takes pride in her efficient organisational skills and her ability to calmly and effectively assist clients through what can be a turbulent time in their lives. She has an understanding and sympathetic nature and Ria enjoys working in family law as she finds it rewarding to help clients to find a solution for their family.
Sadvi is a qualified a Chartered Legal Executive with over 15 years experience advising clients in the Private Client sector in East Sussex. She specialises in the creation of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and the Administration of Estates.
Sadvi guides individuals and families through life’s most important legal decisions with clarity, compassion, and precision. She specialises in Private Client law, helping clients protect their assets, provide for loved ones, and administer estates efficiently and sensitively.
Sadvi is a qualified Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEx), admitted in 2020, with over 10 years’ experience in the Private Client sector across East Sussex. Her practice concentrates exclusively on:
Her work is firmly rooted in UK private client practice, ensuring full compliance with current legislation including the Administration of Estates Act 1925, the Trustee Act 2000 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Sadvi supports clients at what are often emotionally sensitive times. Whether assisting with forward planning or guiding executors through estate administration, she provides:
Clients value her approachable manner combined with her meticulous attention to detail. She understands that private client matters are deeply personal and ensures each client feels supported and informed.
With over a decade of experience in East Sussex, Sadvi has:
While confidentiality is paramount, her consistent track record reflects careful planning, thorough preparation, and calm problem-solving. Her route to qualification combines strong academic grounding with extensive hands-on experience in private client practice.
Sadvi has worked extensively across East Sussex, supporting clients in towns and surrounding areas including Brighton & Hove, Eastbourne, Bexhill and Hastings. Her local knowledge enables her to provide tailored advice reflecting regional property values, family structures, and community considerations.
Sadvi prides herself on being personable, approachable and highly efficient. She understands that many clients are navigating significant life events — planning for the future, coping with bereavement, or protecting vulnerable relatives — and she ensures the legal process feels manageable and structured.
Outside of work, Sadvi enjoys baking and spending quality time with her young family.
If you would like clear, practical advice on Wills, probate or estate planning in East Sussex, contact Sadvi to arrange an initial consultation and discuss how she can assist you. Early advice can provide certainty, protection and peace of mind for you and your family.
Sam joined Mayo Wynne Baxter in 2022 assisting clients in a wide range of residential property transactions.
He has recently achieved a Diploma in Law and is currently studying with the ambition to be a CILEX Lawyer.
Sam is a very organised person that puts pride and passion into each matter ensuring client’s receive an excellent service.
Sam assists clients from start to finish on residential property transactions ensuring that clients have the confidence and reassurance that they are in safe hands. He understands the pressures and anxiety that moving home can bring, and is quick to make sure that clients are kept informed.
He works in our Eastbourne office and is always willing to speak with clients in person or over the phone.
Mohsin is a Solicitor in our Private Client Department. He specialises in advising clients in relation to their Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration.
Mohsin enjoys building a rapport with clients and takes great pride in helping them to achieve their objectives. Whether it be helping a client with their Will or advising in relation to an Estate, Mohsin has always found fulfilment in providing clients with peace of mind. He focuses on making things more understandable for clients so that they feel more comfortable throughout the process and finds it a privilege to be able to help people, even in the most challenging times.
After gaining a degree in Law and completing the Legal Practice Course, Mohsin joined a firm in Surrey and qualified as a Solicitor in 2012 following the conclusion of a training contract. Having initially worked in Personal Injury on both litigious and non-litigious matters, Mohsin changed specialisms in order to undertake Private Client work.
Mohsin works out of the Eastbourne office but also sees clients at the Seaford, Lewes and Crawley offices and is happy to field enquiries relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration.
Away from work, Mohsin enjoys spending time with family and friends. He is an avid sports fan and likes trying to play various sports, in particular Golf and Pickleball. He also enjoys attending live events and tries to attend as many sporting and musical events as he can.
Nadine is a Solicitor with over 25 years experience in advising Clients in Conveyancing. She specialises in all areas of residential property acting for individuals and companies in a variety of transactions. Nadine joined the firm in 2023 when MWB merged with Lawson Lawson Blakers, where she was a Director of the firm. Nadine is also Head of the Eastbourne office.
Nadine assists Clients efficiently through all manner of conveyancing transactions putting clients at ease at what can be a stressful time. Her work includes acting in connection with sales and purchases of leasehold, freehold and auction properties and purchases of newly built properties within Sussex and nationally.
Nadine has been a member of Eastbourne AM Rotary Club for the last 18 years.