Lucie is a dedicated Paralegal with a passion for Private Client work. After completing a Law LLB at the University of Exeter in July 2023, Lucie joined MWB in November 2023.
Prior to joining MWB, she honed their teaching skills as a Mathematics tutor. This experience has fostered a strong ability to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively.
Since joining MWB, Lucie has been actively involved in the firm’s charity and social committees. She is also currently pursuing an LLM in Legal Practice with combined SQE 1 as well as working part-time with the Private Client team.
Outside of work, Lucie enjoys a variety of hobbies, including watching movies, reading, painting, and outdoor activities like kayaking, sailing, and road trips. She also have two beloved cocker spaniels.
Before joining MWB, Lynda worked for a local Estate Agent for 20 years in sales, followed by nearly 10 years for a local independent Letting Agent.
She is thrilled to be working for Mayo Wynne Baxter on Switchboard and is really enjoying the company of her team, Ali and Vivien.
When Lynda is not working, she spends time with her grandchildren, enjoys meeting friends for lunch and likes to travel to exotic locations!
I joined the New Enquires Team in October 2023.
I was born in the East coast of South Africa and moved to the UK when I was 9.
I attended Bournemouth University studying Business Management with a Marketing Pathway.
I enjoyed multiple aspects of university such as meeting new people, trying new food, and learning the Business industry in further depth.
I also spent a lot of my free time at University on Bournemouth’s sandy beach.
Prior to my role at Mayo Wynne Baxter, I worked in retail, Hospitality, TAX industry and Pre-employment screening. I also volunteered at RELATE Sussex charity shop.
As part of my job, I interact with clients to make sure they are connected to the appropriate legal support for their circumstances and I am thrilled to be employed by one of the South East’s most prestigious legal firms.
During my free time, I enjoy shopping, Baking, and spending time with my three little brothers.
Simon is the firm’s Sales Manager dealing with the creation and maintenance of new and existing business relationships. He seeks to nurture mutually beneficial partnerships between referrers and our many highly skilled and qualified legal advisors.
Simon has over 15 years’ experience managing estate agency offices in Sussex so appreciates the challenges of both agents and conveyancers.
He is able to assist in providing access to the right legal experts for the legal needs of clients across a multitude of business types.
Simon has a BSC degree in psychology and cognitive science from the University of Sussex, something that holds a personal interest for him.
Outside of work, Simon likes to spend time with his family and in the swimming pool.
I joined MWB, originally as a database and compliance assistant, moving into the Residential Property team in 2023 as a Paralegal.
Before joining MWB I previously worked as a retail supervisor for Whittard of Chelsea in Brighton, I’m very much a tea drinker! And before that, I was on the fundraising team for a local Charity.
Originally from Leeds I moved to Sussex for university to study English Literature and creative writing.
Outside of work I am often found out wandering the countryside or with my head in a book.
Simon Baillie-Hamilton is a Partner and Head of the Rural Business and Property team for Mayo Wynne Baxter and has been with the firm since 2000.
Simon is a specialist agricultural solicitor who advises landed families and rural businesses.
With dual professional qualifications, Simon began his career as a rural chartered surveyor before becoming a solicitor. He previously worked for Strutt and Parker and regional law firm Thomas Eggar.
Simon qualified in 1996 and is recognised as one of the country’s top agricultural lawyers by the leading independent guide to the profession Chambers UK. He is a Chartered Surveyor as well as a solicitor and a member of the Agricultural Law Association.
At work Simon is particularly interested in agricultural property, development options and promotions, landlord and tenant matters as well as management and planning for landed estates.
Outside work he enjoys all sports and is a keen supporter of Lewes Hockey Club.
Melissa joined the Mayo Wynne Baxter team in November 2023 as a Paralegal in the Commercial Department.
She graduated with a Law with Criminology degree from the University of Sussex in July 2023. During her time at university, Melissa was part of the Sussex Law Society in the Pro Bono team. Melissa also partook in the Junior Research Associates Program in which she researched the impact of gender stereotypes portrayed within children’s books on adults’ later lives.
In the near future, she plans on sitting her Solicitors Qualifying Exam.
Prior to working for MWB, Melissa worked for various local law firms and gained a wide breadth of experience in commercial law.
Outside of work, Melissa enjoys traveling, running, and spending time with her family and friends.
Molly obtained her undergraduate degree in History from Canterbury Christ Church University in 2018. In October 2020, she achieved her LLM Law Conversion Postgraduate degree from the University of Brighton and has a keen interest in residential property.
She started at MWB as a Legal Support Assistant and then as a Paralegal in the Property department. She is now working in the Enfranchisement team.
Before working at Mayo Wynne Baxter Molly worked as a receptionist at a veterinary practise where her role was client facing and to provide excellent customer service.
In her spare time she enjoys baking, long walks and socialising with friends.
Nick is the Head of the Property Department; he specialises in all matters relating to residential property and has been in practice since he qualified as a solicitor in 1987.
Nick has practiced in his hometown of Lewes for the entirety of his career and joined Mayo Wynne Baxter in 2013. He has excellent local knowledge.
Nick is an expert in all aspects of residential property law and has considerable experience of guiding clients through the conveyancing process. In addition to his many private clients, Nick has acted for a wide range of larger clients such as property developers, local councils, and housing associations. Nick is a good communicator who strives to provide a quality service to his clients.
Outside of the office, Nick is a lifelong supporter and season ticket holder of Brighton and Hove Albion, a keen runner and a qualified scuba diver.