ROLLASONS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Chartered Legal Executive
Emma joined us from Melkerts Solicitors in Lutterworth which has now merged with Rollasons Solicitors.
Fiona joined Rollasons in November 2021 and has worked in the law for over 40 years. Her clients appreciate her friendly, helpful and warm manner. Fiona believes in practical, sensible solutions to problems. A typical day for Fiona will be a mixture of client meetings, telephone calls, and drafting of documents. Fiona is a trained Dementia Friend and believes this has added to her legal skillset and has experience in all aspects of Private Client law.
Gemma joined us in 2023 as a Marketing Executive. She has worked at leading law firms in Northamptonshire and gained experience working within different legal sectors. Gemma has a flair for creativity which enables her to create unique designs for all our marketing needs. In her spare time she loves to travel the world and is frequently sharing pictures with us of her most recent trips.
Jane, is a fully qualified Legal Cashier and has been with the practice since 1998 when she joined the Practice as receptionist, a position she enjoyed for many years. As our Legal Cashier, Jane is no longer ‘front of house' but she is happy that she still sees the clients quite regularly when helping out on reception providing a warm welcome for those who visit our office.
Jayne joined Rollasons in 2022 and has over 25 years experience in residential conveyancing including sales, purchases, remortgages and transfer of equity. Having worked for local firms she has acquired significant knowledge of the local property market.
In her spare time Jayne enjoys running, yoga and spending time with friends and family.
Jo is a Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEX), qualifying in 1997 and a Licensed Probate Practitioner (CLC). Jo heads the Private Client Department within the Firm. She has extensive experience in all aspects of private client work. She is proud to be a fully accredited Member of Solicitors for the Elderly and holds the SFE Older Client Care in Practice Award. Jo is part of the Free Wills Network which is made up of 864 firms of Solicitors supporting 211 national charities and is also involved in the Will to Remember Scheme partnering with the Alzheimer's Society. She is also a Dementia Friend.
Jo believes in sensible, practical advice delivered in a professional but caring way. She believes soft skills are very important and has undertaken specialist training in awareness of mental health problems, covering a range of 12 different mental health conditions. Seeing someone about your legal affairs should not be daunting or frightening in any way and having the skills to be able to make adjustments and provide safe environments makes all the difference.
Jo is also joint Managing Partner with Kam Vara and together they deal with the day to day running of the Firm.
Job Titles:
- Commercial Property Consultant
Julia specialises in Commercial Property and is passionate in all areas of Property Law. Julia works with a range of clients from private individuals to companies and property developers. Her approach to property transactions is friendly and approachable whilst ensuring all commercial aspects are considered together with her client's objectives. Julia works on a range of transactions - from buying and selling property and/or land to advising on title queries, licences, and all aspects relating to commercial leases. Her favourite area is Landlord & Tenant work and she likes nothing more than reviewing and negotiating a lease.
Katherine joined Rollasons in 2023 after spending 14 years as a sole practitioner running her own firm. She began her law career in the early 90's and became a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives in 1998. In 2000 she qualified as a solicitor, and in 2003 achieved her Master of Law degree (LLM).
Katherine specialises in Private Client work and is an accredited member of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers (previously Solicitors for the Elderly) and is also a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
Katy joined Rollasons in March 2000. She qualified as a Legal Secretary in 2008. Katy assists with providing support within the Private Clients and Dispute Resolution Department. Outside of work Katy enjoys spending time with her daughter, husband and family.
Lauren is a Legal Executive and after working in the industry for over 20 years is highly experienced in dealing with all aspects of the conveyancing process, including sales, purchases, including new build and help to buy, right to buy, shared ownership and transfers of equity. This, coupled with being highly motivated and having a profound knowledge of the local property market, whilst delivering an excellent service to clients.
Mark qualified as a solicitor in 1985 having graduated with a Law Degree in 1982 and undertaking the solicitors final exam. He has worked primarily in residential work since qualifying. He has worked at two firms since qualifying undertaking residential conveyancing work. Mark joined Rollasons as a Partner in 2009 and has now decided to become a Consultant from November 2022. Mark enjoys sailing in his spare time.
Matt works with SME's and business owners on business/company sales and purchases, raising investment, bank funding, and shareholder agreements. He also advises on general compliance with the Companies Act. He qualified as a solicitor in 1996.
Matt specialises in dispute resolution with a focus on commercial, property and probate disputes. He acts for a wide range of clients from private individuals and SMEs to large corporate entities, including banks, hoteliers, entrepreneurs and property developers.
Matt adopts a commercial approach to resolving disputes and is a keen advocate of Alternative Dispute Resolution, having successfully resolved many disputes by mediation. Matt carefully considers a client's objectives at the outset and is focused on resolving a dispute at the earliest possible opportunity. Away from work, Matt spends his time with his wife and twin sons, and occasionally on the golf course.
Maya joined the firm in 2022 after finishing her law degree at university and is now a paralegal at the firm. She's hopes to eventually work towards doing her LPC. In her spare time she enjoys going on walks, second-hand shopping and, spending time with her family and friends.
Megan joined Rollasons on an Apprenticeship in July 2021. She successfully completed her Apprenticeship in October 2022 and is now an integral part of the Rollasons Business Support Team. In her spare time Megan enjoys spending time with her family and beloved pets.
Job Titles:
- Commercial Paralegal
- Paralegal
Natalia comes from Poland and has lived in UK since 2004. Natalia joined the firm in 2022 as a paralegal in Commercial Property. Having gained valuable experience in the past 8 years, Natalia is keen to work toward becoming a solicitor. Natalia is fluent in English and Polish. Out of work Natalia enjoys baking, gardening, and spending time with her family.
Neil has specialist knowledge in a range of family law matters, including divorce and separation, same sex marriage and civil partnerships, finances on divorce and separation, child matters, cohabitation agreements, pre and post nuptial agreements, domestic abuse and consent orders. Neil will also be looking to continue to grow our client base and extend the family services to meet client needs.
Peter went to Coventry University (formerly Lanchester Polytechnic) and Chester Law School; serving his articles in Leamington Spa. During his lengthy career he has worked in Leamington Spa, Banbury and Daventry and specialises in commercial and agricultural property combined with business sales and acquisitions. In his spare time he enjoys Real Tennis, Walking and Skiing.
Rebecca graduated from Anglia Ruskin University in 2020 with a 2:1 in Law. She has worked on all types of residential conveyancing matters from freehold sales, to complex leasehold purchases. Rebecca is not afraid of a challenge and loves sinking her teeth into complex cases. Outside of work, she loves to watch the F1 racing and cook delicious meals for her family.
Sarah joined Rollasons in July 2018. Sarah's background is in financial services and she has held a Financial Planning Certificate since 2000. Sarah has held company directorships and brings a wealth of knowledge to the Practice. Sarah is also responsible for Staff Welfare. In her spare time Sarah enjoys keeping fit and spending time with her family and pugs Vader and Kylo.
Stuart specialises in commercial litigation, acting for a wide range of clients from PLCs to owner run businesses. With nearly 20 years' experience, Stuart advises clients on contract disputes, business ownership disputes/unfair prejudice claims, contentious insolvency, debt collection and professional negligence.
Recently as a result of Covid-19, Stuart has also been advising clients in relation to claims against insurers for failure to pay out claims in relation to Business Interruption Insurance.