Posted on: August 3rd, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens’ Private Wealth department as a paralegal in August 2023.
I have been practicing as a Solicitor in England and Wales since 19 April 2024, having previously practiced as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand for five years
I have experience with assisting high net worth clients with their succession planning and their internal restructurings, including advising clients in relation to trusts, wills and Powers of Attorney.
In my spare time, I enjoy keeping fit at the gym, playing video games and traveling.
Posted on: March 28th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens’ Residential Real Estate team as a solicitor in 2023, having completed my training contract at a West End law firm. My core practice focuses on residential property purchases and sales predominantly in the prime central London market.
I joined the team with a wealth of experience in all things property-related including purchases and sales of high value, new build and commercial properties. Acting on behalf of high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals, overseas, retail and corporate clients, I have built a reputation for being easily approachable and providing an elevated service to his clients. My approach is focused on ensuring clear, concise and accurate legal advice.
I started my career as a paralegal and have worked for some of the most recognisable West End law firms, while also completing my LPC and Master’s degree part-time prior to completing my training.
Outside work, I am a keen boxing and mixed-martial arts enthusiast, having boxed semi-professionally in my teenage years. I still enjoy training and try to go for a session at least once a week – though as a new father I admit my training has been lacking as of late!
Experience highlights
- Acting on several prime London property purchases and sales, including £12m purchase at the Chelsea Barracks, £2.5m purchase in Kensington and £2m sale at Battersea Power Station
- Acting on behalf of ultra-high net worth clients offloading their UK property portfolio including sales in Kensington, Chelsea, Richmond and Surrey
- Dealing with a number of ancillary issues related to prime London properties i.e. absent planning permissions, lack of insurance, service charge inconsistencies etc
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I qualified as a Solicitor in 2019 having previously worked in the property department of a City law firm for a number of years. I joined Lawrence Stephens’ Real Estate Finance department at the start of 2023.
I have experience in dealing with a variety of matters related to real estate, for both freehold and leasehold properties as well as new developments advising individual and corporate clients. I have focused on working with regulated and unregulated banks for property refinances, bridging loans and secured lending. My experience includes acting on behalf of lenders as well as borrowers and strives to understand the needs of my clients.
In my spare time, I enjoy travelling and exploring new cultures and foods and, in particular, a nature walk around the Cotswold’s. I also love a friendly game of squash or tennis with my friends.
Experience highlights
- Acting on behalf of various lenders for both purchases and refinances
- Assisted in completing a large refinance deal with portfolio of 17 properties
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a Paralegal in the Real Estate department in March 2021 and won Best Conveyancing Paralegal at the National Paralegal Awards in September 2021.
I started my training contract in December 2021 and qualified as a Solicitor in 2023. I have since set up LawLinks, a professional network event series for junior lawyers in the firm.
After graduating from Oxford Brookes University with a degree in English Literature, I completed the Graduate Diploma in Law at BPP University London on a part-time basis whilst working full time as a Commercial Real Estate research Associate at CoStar group. Through this role, I developed a keen interest in real estate which led me to take the first step into my legal career as a paralegal specialising in residential real estate at a City law firm. I completed my LPC LLM at BPP on a part-time basis and graduated with Distinction.
I enjoy keeping active and am a keen dancer. Having completed many years of dance training, I performed in a variety of shows and competitions across the country and now keep moving with weekly classes at Pineapple Dance Studios and pre-work gym classes.
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I began my training with Lawrence Stephens in 2021 and qualified into the Corporate & Commercial team in January 2023.
I advise on all aspects of corporate and commercial law, including share and asset sales, acquisitions, company restructuring and shareholder agreements. I also have some experience advising on employment contracts and settlement agreements.
I graduated from the University of Sheffield and completed my LPC LLM at BPP University in Leeds. As part of my degree, I spent a year studying in the Netherlands. Before joining Lawrence Stephens, I worked as a paralegal in real estate and was seconded to work in-house for a leading property developer.
In my free time, I enjoy exploring new restaurants, spending time with friends and family and travelling as much as possible.
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a trainee in 2021 and qualified into the Corporate & Commercial team in January 2023.
I advise on a range of corporate and commercial matters, which include share and asset sales, company restructurings, private equity, mergers & acquisitions and commercial contracts. I work with clients across a range of industries, including insurance, retail, media, real estate, construction and financial services.
I hail from Norfolk and read Law at the University of Exeter before completing my LLM in Legal Practice (Solicitors) at BPP University Law School. I then worked as a paralegal at a media company before securing my training contract with Lawrence Stephens.
In my spare time, I love to travel and enjoy my sports, in particular netball and skiing.
Experience highlights
- Assisted in completing over 15 acquisitions for a large dental health organisation, including 10 in one month
- Assisted in completing a €100m deal which included a corporate acquisition and a facility from a private equity provider
- Supported a private fund with multiple acquisitions in the procurement and construction industries
- Assisted in completing multiple acquisitions for a financial advisory company
- Dealing with a corporate group restructure comprising 20+ companies
- Preparing a shareholders’ agreement and new articles of association for a wealth management firm
- Acting for for an educational consultancy firm relating to a management buy-out
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a Solicitor in the Real Estate Finance department in August 2022, having qualified in 2021 at a boutique firm specialising in property.
I have experience acting on secured lending transactions for both lenders and borrowers. I have also worked on acquisitions, disposals and refinances of both freehold and leasehold properties, mostly mixed-use and residential for both residential and commercial clients.
I am from an international background, having come from Korea and lived in Poland for a few years. I am a travel enthusiast and also enjoy outdoor hiking and trekking adventures.
Experience highlights
- Acting on £6.5m refinance to be securing four multi-unit commercial properties
- Assisting on acquisition loans for multiple mixed-use properties
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I am an Associate in the Corporate and Commercial team. I am interested in people and their business. Whether you are a small business just starting out, aren’t sure what should be included in a shareholders agreement or you need some advice on the terms of a commercial contract, I am interested in hearing your big ideas and helping you bring them to life. Maybe you have been running your business for some time and are looking to raise new funding or create an employee share incentive scheme – again, I can help you achieve your business goals, wherever you may be in your journey.
I undertake a range of transactional and non-transactional corporate work including mergers and acquisitions (including for those employing buy-and build strategies), joint ventures, corporate reorganisations, commercial agreements and general company law matters. Through my earlier banking experience, I also have a deep understanding of debt and structured finance and am well-placed to advise on company and business acquisitions funded by debt.
Experience highlights
- Acting for the Buyer of a £17m business running youth hostels. Collaborating with our commercial property team and using my skills and knowledge in corporate and finance.
- Assisted a private fund with multiple acquisitions in the procurement, corporate accommodation and dental sectors, and provided company secretarial support to maintain a portfolio of companies.
- Acting for OakNorth Bank plc on a £12m development loan, working together with our construction and property teams to deliver a fast streamlined service to completion.
- Acting for a borrower in relation to a development facility provided by UTB, advising on the loan agreements, security documentation and communicating effectively with the bank and my clients to ensure a smooth process and efficient delivery to completion.
