FWJ LEGAL LIMITED - Key Persons


Alev Tonks

Job Titles:
  • Associate
I have known Alev for a number of years and always found her to be incredibly helpful and focused on delivering the best possible outcome for her clients. She is an absolute pleasure to work with - Chris Badger, Director of Legal Compliance at Just

Alex Morris

Job Titles:
  • Solicitor

Andrew Carter

Job Titles:
  • Partner
Andrew is a superb and approachable lawyer, equally skilled in hard-fought litigation as in giving strategic, commercial and user-friendly advice. He is also a pleasure to work with and is calm and confident at all times as well as up to the challenge of even the most complex litigation. Chris Mann, Barrister

Andy Lynch

Job Titles:
  • Partner
Andy helped me resolve a critical tax issue quickly and cost effectively. I was really impressed and have since been regularly recommending him to others - Paul Miller, former Tottenham Hotspur defender Andy Lynch at FWJ was literally a life saver for me. I ran in to some tax issues with HMRC and I suffer from mental health issues as well so I was a complex case. Andy took his time to professionally and accurately layout my case and assist me with finding a resolution. I researched a lot of tax advisers before making my decision and I am glad I did and relieved that I chose Andy and FWJ.

Andy Wilks - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Managing Partner
Before he finally moved exclusively into the management of Francis Wilks & Jones, Andy and I worked together for 20 years on a series of challenging and interesting fraud and commercial cases. Always dedicated and imaginative in the pursuit of the client's interests, he also brought welcome humour to what were often difficult situations. He has a light touch but serious intent, a perfect combination for the managing partner of the firm - Shantanu Majumdar QC, Radcliffe Chambers

Anna Beetson

Job Titles:
  • Trainee Solicitor

Bradley Hopkinson

Job Titles:
  • Paralegal

Carly Moore-Martin

Job Titles:
  • Senior Associate
Carly works quickly and efficiently, resolving matters in the most commercial way possible. She is diligent, precise and really on top of everything. I cannot praise her enough - a company director

Chris Badger

Job Titles:
  • Director of Legal Compliance at Just
"Maria has assisted our team on litigation issues for a number of years. We have always found her to be responsive, professional and solution focused, even when dealing with more unusual matters. I would have no hesitation in recommending Maria to any business looking for an approachable and competent lawyer."

Dom Batchelor

Job Titles:
  • Director
I have been very impressed by FW&J who achieved payment in full of a transaction at undervalue/preference claim within 2 months. FW&J combine excellent legal skills with keen commercial acumen and are a pleasure to work with.

Douglas McEvoy

Job Titles:
  • Associate

Eleanor Stephens

Job Titles:
  • Consultant

Freddy Khalastchi

Job Titles:
  • Partner at Menzies LLP
"Having instructed Maria recently in regards to an ongoing litigation matter, in my capacity as liquidator of a company and having worked together over many years on other projects, I can, without hesitation, recommend her services. Remaining down to earth and commercial whilst having up to date technical and legal knowledge in your chosen field is not an easy task. Maria combines all of these attributes seamlessly."

Gemma Newing

Job Titles:
  • Senior Associate
She is incredibly hardworking, very responsive and absolutely went the extra mile. A joy to work with. An investigation company Gemma assisted with a breach of contract claim

Harry Golden

Job Titles:
  • Irish Bonded Warehouse Owner
Andy Lynch at FWJ was literally a life saver for me. I ran in to some tax issues with HMRC and I suffer from mental health issues as well so I was a complex case. Andy took his time to professionally and accurately layout my case and assist me with finding a resolution. I researched a lot of tax advisers before making my decision and I am glad I did and relieved that I chose Andy and FWJ.

James Roberts

Job Titles:
  • Partner
James' professionalism, diligence, attention to detail, commitment and sheer determination are simply beyond words. - Company director facing multiple officeholder claims

Jonathan Currell

Job Titles:
  • Group Head of Finance at Safestore Holdings Plc
"I was recommended to Maria a few years ago and referred a matter to her that had not been advanced for a number of years. She not only grabbed hold of the case and pushed it forward but has been instrumental in providing good, pragmatic advice, throughout which will hopefully provide a favourable result. As well as being a good lawyer, Maria is a pleasure to work with."

Jonathan Fidler

Job Titles:
  • Compliance Consultant at Legal Compliance Services
There is no one I would want leading my team more than Andy Wilks. Without his expertise, commitment and drive, let alone his support and assistance, we would not have won this case.

Lefteris Kallou

Job Titles:
  • Solicitor

Marco Piacquadio

Job Titles:
  • Partner at FTS Recovery

Maria Koureas-Jones

Job Titles:
  • Partner
It is always a pleasure to work with Maria. She has sound judgement and is totally focused on achieving the best result - Simon Mills, Commercial Barrister at Five Paper

Nick Cusack

Job Titles:
  • Director & Licensed Insolvency Practitioner at Parker Andrews
Having instructed Stephen, Carly and Tom in regards to a dispute in my capacity as trustee of a bankrupt estate, I would, without hesitation, recommend their services to other IPs. They are not only very technically able but also commercially minded and personable lawyers.

Nick Wood

Job Titles:
  • Partner at Grant Thornton
A big thank you to Tom and Carly for an amazing outcome and their very focused efforts. Their expertise, persistence and patience ensured success. My family and I can finally breath again and we see a free runway ahead of us!

Nicola Singleton

Job Titles:
  • Practice Director
I have been impressed by Nicola's openness, knowledge, enthusiasm and her ability to nurture and implement an effective risk mitigation culture throughout the firm - Ryan Senior, Senior Vice President, Paragon Insurance Brokers

Oliwia Gora

Job Titles:
  • Debt Recovery Assistant

Shona Houghton

Job Titles:
  • Senior Associate

Sima Patel

Job Titles:
  • Associate

Stephen Downie

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Sue Brumby

Job Titles:
  • Senior Associate

Sydney Austin

Job Titles:
  • Associate ( NZ Qualified )

Tim Francis

Job Titles:
  • Partner

Victoria Walley

Job Titles:
  • Associate