CROSS RAM & CO - Key Persons
Adrian works with businesses and individuals to help them with their employment and HR needs.
Adrian advises both employers and employees across a range of sectors on all employment and human resources related matters, such as restructures and redundancies, discipline and grievance, performance management, sickness absence management, employment policies and procedures, discrimination and unfair dismissal. Adrian's years of experience as a solicitor specialising in HR and employment law mean he can provide commercially astute, useful and practical solutions to employment issues.
When Adrian is not working, he can be found spending time with his family, walking the family dog, running, on his bike or sailing, when he has time.
Adrian's Expertise
HR and Employment Law
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Solicitor
Qualifying as a solicitor in 1989, and with over his 30 years in practice, Alan makes no secret of his passion for Family and Matrimonial Law, with particular emphasis on children cases. To this area of work Alan brings a wealth of knowledge and insight from his vast experience as a practitioner. In a wider sense, both for his clients and colleagues within the firm, Alan's calm and wise counsel form a strong anchorage when navigating tricky waters. As someone who has devoted his professional life to helping people at their times of greatest need, he is only too pleased to be able to call upon a lifetime's experience to help restore perspective into the lives of families going through the emotional trauma of relationship breakdown, and to be able to help them weather the storm - as this too shall pass - with the utmost empathy for the lives of all affected.
A "ham" actor on the amateur stage in his youth, Alan loves the theatre, movies and good quality television drama. His greatest love of all remains his own family and his three beautiful grandchildren.
Alan's Expertise
Family and Relationships
Annie is our Front of House and Client Care Assistant.
When not at work Annie enjoys playing tennis, walking her two dogs, and cheering on the sidelines of her children's various sports matches.
Ashleigh is a Admin Assistant helping with the administrative support for the Residential Property team. She is very keen to learn and get stuck in with any work that comes her way. Always organised with any work she receives, Ashleigh loves to keep everything in the right place. She enjoys working within a team.
Ashleigh has a background in dance and in her free time she takes great pleasure in giving dance classes in the evening. Spending quality time with friends and family socialising takes up much of the rest of her time, whether that's going out, or staying in watching movies.
Ashleigh's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
Callum is a Trainee Solicitor in our Residential Property Department, providing support to fee earner's.
Having achieved a First-Class Honours in his undergraduate law degree, Callum has a range of legal experience, including time at a Public Defender's Office in Mendocino County, California.
In his spare time, Callum enjoys going to the gym, travelling, and watching a wide variety of sport. During his degree, he was part of the darts team that became University Darts League Champions.
Callum's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
Chloe works in our Company Commercial department helping clients with a range of corporate and commercial issues. Having achieved a First-Class Honours in her undergraduate Law Degree and previous experience of working in-house on matters concerning data protection, contract and competition law, Chloe has qualified as a solicitor after training with the firm.
Always happy to help, Chloe is highly organised and has a keen eye for detail. She embraces every task she undertakes to ensure that the job gets done.
When she's not working, Chloe enjoys competing in local horse shows and is a member of the Essex and Suffolk Hunt.
Chloe's Expertise
Business
I qualified as a Paralegal in 2019 after two years as a secretary in the Wills and Probate department.
Approachable, proactive and always smiling!
I am always available to speak with clients in what can sometimes be under difficult circumstances to ensure that everything goes as smoothly as possible for them.
Away from the office I have three children, who are nearly all grown up and three stepchildren. I spend most of my spare time with my husband and three dogs and I can usually be found at the stables with my horse Boyce.
Claire's Expertise
Private Client
Probate
Wills
Cordelia's family and friends always knew she belonged in an office environment as she has always been great at anything related to technology and literacy and she's super organised. She loves color-coding and has excellent attention to detail.
In her free time she loves spending time with family and watching whatever's new on Netflix (especially if it's a new horror or true crime)!
Cordelia's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
Dawn joined Atkins Dellow after 18 years in the charity sector and provides HR administration support.
In her spare time, she enjoys reading history, horse riding and performing with the Sudbury Choral Society.
Denise is a Legal Assistant in our Residential Conveyancing department.
Denise understands the conveyancing process inside and out, having years of experience supporting fee earners behind the scenes. Her dedication and commitment to her team, our client and the firm are exemplary.
On the home front, Denise enjoys gardening, giving Monty Don a run for his money and spending time with family.
Denise's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
Dylan works in our Business Management team, assisting with internal management and marketing. Dylan is particularly focused on the continuing development of the firm, having previously worked in business and marketing strategy roles.
As well as coordinating the firm's marketing activity, Dylan is constantly working on expanding its reach.
A self-confessed computer geek, building computers and planning adventures takes up his time outside work.
Ed helps clients with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Probate matters by providing insightful and constructive solutions that maximise what will be passed onto family and loved ones.
Ed knows that making plans about how to deal with an estate can seem complicated and at times be fraught with emotion; his calm and considered approach puts everyone at ease and enables them to make the right decisions with knowledge and confidence.
Diligent and considerate in every aspect of his work life, Ed is not someone that you would generally accuse of ‘blowing his own trumpet', but that is exactly what he can be found doing in his spare time. For a while a full-time professional musician, Ed still plays trumpet and piano with bands across the country when he's not sailing the South Coast or across to the Scilly Isles.
Edwards's Expertise
Lasting Power of Attorney
Private Client
Probate
Wills
Job Titles:
- Member of Our Commercial Property Team
- Paralegal
Elisabeth is a valuable member of our commercial property team.
With good attention to detail and a dedicated work ethic, she's always on hand to provide quality support and assistance to all fee earners, clients and her colleagues. She has such a positive attitude in the office, is a pleasure to be around and always ensures her work is of the highest standard.
When Elisabeth isn't in the office she enjoys going to the gym, long walks with the dogs and enjoys socialising with friends and family (usually with a cold glass of Prosecco in hand at the weekend!)
Elisabeth's Expertise
Commercial Property
Ella graduated in law from Essex University and is planning to start her legal Practice course in 2024 with the aim of qualifying as a solicitor. Outside work, Ella enjoys visiting her family in London where she grew up and travelling around Europe with her girlfriends.
Ella's Expertise
Private Client
Emily is a Paralegal within the Commercial Property department.
Currently studying for a Graduate Diploma in Law having completed her undergraduate degree in History and American Studies, Emily's year in Long Beach, California, as part of the degree course was a particular highlight.
In Emily's free time, she enjoys going to the gym, socialising with friends, and travelling.
Emily's Expertise
Commercial Property
"We have really appreciated all your efforts on our behalf with the sale and purchase and how easy you made everything. It has been a real pleasure to deal with you, thank you for everything Emily." J.L.
Diligent, dynamic but calm, and ever cheerful, Emily doesn't wait for things to happen, she makes them happen. Emily understands the challenges we all face when moving home; from the initial instruction to completion she'll guide you through each step of the process and do her utmost to ensure every transaction goes through smoothly, efficiently and in the most cost effective way possible.
Our residential team handles a broad range of residential transactions throughout East Anglia, London and across the country; from first time buyers to multimillion pound investors. Emily leads the team.
Emily has a passion for interior design and is a fitness fanatic, when she isn't at her desk she can often be found with a paintbrush in hand improving both her core strength and the interior of her home.
Emily's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
I am currently studying the Bachelor of Law degree with The Open University in my journey to becoming a Solicitor. In my spare time I enjoy being with my two horses and competing at various horse shows across the country with them. I also love spending time with my family and friends and going on long walks with my dog.
Job Titles:
- Member of Our Client Care
Gemma is a member of our Client Care team based in Framlingham, where she loves to keep the office welcoming and highly organised.
George works as an admin assistant for the residential conveyancing department. He is currently studying Politics at the University of Nottingham with the ambition to attend law school and pursue a full career in law once he has finished his degree.
Having just travelled around Southeast Asia for 3 months, George loves spending his free time travelling, playing sports and going out with his mates.
George's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Solicitor
"I have to say it's not very often that someone exceeds my expectations, But you have made our journey completely painless, over the years we have bought and sold a few houses, and this really has been the best." M.S.
Georgina has a wealth of experience dealing with residential purchases and sales for many years - there are few hiccups or challenges which might arise during a residential transaction that Georgina hasn't already encountered and solved. She knows that buying and selling a home is one of life's key moments and can be at times all-consuming and extremely stressful, so her calm and positive approach and aim to communicate the process clearly and simply at every stage is hugely appreciated by all.
An intrepid traveller, Georgina recently toured Europe with her husband to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary and for a time resided in Mississippi in the US. She has a passion for decorating birthday cakes for family and friends: these have included a bed complete with patchwork quilt and a Narnia themed cake featuring the Dawn Treader.
Georgina is a mother of two daughters and completing her family are two beloved dogs.
Georgina's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
Graham is widely-acknowledged as a leading libel, privacy and reputation management lawyer, recognised in the media, the Legal 500, Chambers and Spears for many years. He has 30 years' experience in his field, qualifying at Dentons, then working at media and commercial firms before founding predecessor firms Atkins Solicitors, Atkins Thomson (Top Rank Legal 500) and then continuing his work with Rob Dellow and the team at Atkins Dellow.
His work is often of a political nature, dealing with media of all forms in the run up to Leadership Elections and General Elections. Graham has represented Governments, Cabinet Ministers, Political Parties, Chief's of Staff, Presidents and Prime Ministers, including Tony Blair, Donald Trump and Boris Johnson. For over 15 years, Graham represented Cherie and Tony Blair and their family. He worked in media matters for the Qatari World Cup, as well as acting for the FA at a previous tournament, He was instructed by former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko, for whom he won a ground-breaking libel victory against the BBC, succeeding for a foreign leader in this jurisdiction. This led to him being The Times Lawyer of the Week. He has also been Law Society Gazette Lawyer in the News for a libel case he successfully brought against then Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Graham is honoured to have advised dozens of leading individuals across the board, many of whom cannot be named, but including: in the Arts (Sir Norman Rosenthal and Nica Burns); Sport (Shane Warne, Razor Ruddock, Fatima Whitbread); and Entertainment (Michael Jackson, Kate Beckinsale, Josh Hartnett, David Soul, Naomi Campbell, Simon Cowell, Sally Morgan, Anna Richardson, Sean Bean, Randy and Janet Jackson); He has represented Royalty, UHNWs, business leaders and corporations. In particular, Graham works closely with PR, Public Affairs and Strategic Consultants, Business Intelligence and other related companies, protecting brands and those under attack from digital and non-traditional media threats.
Graham has regularly succeeded in cases against the most powerful and wealthy opponents, national newspapers and broadcasters. Often he has prevented damaging and defamatory material being published or broadcast. He has also dealt with cross-border litigation of a varied nature. He is frequently instructed by international and City law firms in his areas of specialism. He advises in matrimonial matters where privacy interests can be vital, intellectual property work including TV format work, where he succeeded for Brian Belo against the makers and broadcasters of TOWIE. He also undertakes general commercial dispute resolution, and has worked on sanctions and other regulatory matters.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Client Care
Hetty is a member of the Client Care team and is based in our Framlingham office. Following a seven year stint in London working as an antique jewellery specialist post university, Hetty decided to return to her Suffolk roots and settled in Framlingham last year, joining Atkins Dellow in November 2023. With the remainder of her time, you can find Hetty running her antique & vintage jewellery business or at the pub enjoying a pint with friends.
Ida is one of our Private Client Team and provides administrative support in matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Probate.
Having relocated to London from Sweden, Ida obtained a First-Class Honours Degree in International Politics and Law. Tri-lingual in Swedish, English and German - we defy you to identify the faintest hint of a Swedish accent in her English. Shortly after graduating, Ida moved to Suffolk and joined Atkins Dellow.
In her free time, Ida likes to kick back with a nice book, play netball and on longer breaks, always travel back home to Sweden for some avkoppling och att träffa vänner och familj.
Ida's Expertise
Lasting Power of Attorney
Private Client
Probate
Wills
Job Titles:
- Chartered Legal Executive
- Senior Associate
Ingrid has been working in a legal environment since 1992, qualifying as a Legal Executive in 2003. Applying her extensive experience to ensure that every move is as smooth as it can possibly be, Ingrid is always happy to assist with queries, however big or small.
Ingrid acts on all residential conveyancing transactions including freehold and leasehold residential sales and purchases, re-mortgages and Transfers of Equity.
In her spare time, Ingrid likes to attend concerts and enjoys travelling and spending time with her family and friends.
Ingrid's Expertise
Residential Conveyancing
Jasleen works with Graham Atkins in the Reputation and Media department as a Paralegal. She is developing expertise in the areas of libel, privacy, data protection and reputation management.
After graduating from Columbia University with Departmental Honours, Jasleen completed the Graduate Diploma in Law at the University of Law. She was awarded a Blackstone Scholarship from Middle Temple to complete the Bar Practice Course, in which she earned a grade of Outstanding.
Prior to joining Atkins Dellow, Jasleen was a Complex Litigation Paralegal in a highly regarded London firm, where she worked on immigration, human rights, sanctions, political asylum and judicial review matters.
In her spare time, Jasleen volunteers for the Big Brother Watch and compiles Hugh Tomlinson KC's weekly Inforrm blog.
Jasleen's Expertise
Reputation Management
Commercial & Media Disputes
Jessica is a member of our accounts team.
Having previously worked in an accounts role, she was keen to further this here and learn new skills within a legal setting. She is also currently working towards her second AAT qualification.
In her free time, Jessica is with her family. She enjoys days out with her children, holidays and has a season ticket at Ipswich.