Posted on: October 28th, 2024 by Hugh Dineen-Lees
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a Trainee Solicitor in September 2024 and currently work in the Banking department.
I read English Literature at the University of Bristol before studying a Master of Arts in Law at The University of Law. I then went on to sit the first set of Solicitor Qualifying Exams (SQE1) and have recently sat the final set, SQE2.
Outside of work I enjoy running, lacrosse and cooking for friends and family.
Posted on: October 8th, 2024 by Hugh Dineen-Lees
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a trainee solicitor in September 2024. I currently sit in the Sports and Entertainment department.
Prior to completing an LLM with SQE at BPP University, I graduated with a first-class degree in Spanish and Economics from Cardiff University.
In my free time I enjoy both watching and playing a variety of sports, particularly rowing and rugby. I also like travelling and spending time with friends.
Posted on: October 8th, 2024 by Hugh Dineen-Lees
After graduating from Exeter University with a 2.1 degree in Law with Business, I completed my LPC LLM at the University of Law, achieving a distinction.
Outside of work, I enjoy going to the gym, watching football and spending time with friends and family.
Posted on: October 2nd, 2024 by Hugh Dineen-Lees
I joined Lawrence Stephens in September 2024 as a trainee solicitor after completing a law conversion course at City, University of London with First Class Honours.
I grew up in Toronto, Canada and in 2017 obtained a Bachelor of Commerce, specialising in strategic management with a minor in economics at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management.
Prior to changing careers to work in law, I was Chief Operating Officer of a biotechnology startup that developed AI systems to treat and manage diabetes.
Before joining Lawrence Stephens, I worked as a pro bono paralegal for a West London charity where I conducted several successful benefits appeals with clients living with serious physical and mental disability.
In my spare time I enjoy running, cycling and rock climbing.
Posted on: August 28th, 2024 by Hugh Dineen-Lees
Originally from Guernsey in the Channel Islands, I joined Lawrence Stephens as a trainee solicitor in September 2024. After graduating with a degree in Law from the University of Liverpool in September 2023, I completed the LPC LLM at the University of Law in Liverpool in 2024, where I achieved a distinction.
I have gained experience in various sectors of the legal field through work in different law firms and have three years of company secretarial experience, which has enhanced my understanding of corporate law.
Outside of the office, I stay active through running and going to the gym. I also enjoy reading, travelling, and spending quality time socialising with friends and family.
Posted on: October 4th, 2023 by Yvonne Uzoka
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a trainee solicitor in the Residential Real Estate department in September 2022. I then worked in the Corporate and Commercial team and am currently working in the Real Estate Finance team. I also undertook an undergraduate degree in Jurisprudence at the University of Oxford, and then an LLM with SQE at the University of Law.
In my spare time I enjoy Kendo, hiking, and exploring restaurants around London.
Posted on: October 4th, 2023 by Yvonne Uzoka
I joined Lawrence Stephens in 2023 and I am currently with the Family team having finished my first two seats with the Commercial Real Estate and Banking teams.
Having previously worked at a regional law firm dealing with all aspects of commercial property, I then moved in-house to the legal team of the UK’s fastest growing electric vehicle charging network.
Outside of work, when I’m not passing time riding and working on motorbikes pretending to be a Hells Angel, I enjoy travel, wine and a heartfelt devotion to Stevenage Football Club.
Posted on: October 4th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a trainee in September 2023, having completed the LPC with Distinction at BPP University. Prior to that, I read Law at the University of Leeds, where I graduated with First-class honours.
I aspire to build a successful career in law where trust, collaboration and commitment define my relationships with both colleagues and clients.
As a Cypriot/American, I seek to bring a diverse perspective to my legal practice. My multicultural background and international awareness allows me to cultivate meaningful connections, extending far beyond borders.
In my free time, I cherish moments with friends and family, explore new destinations and cuisines through travel, and find joy in the company of dogs!
Posted on: February 27th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens’ Dispute Resolution team as a paralegal in October 2022. I am now a trainee solicitor in the firm’s Corporate and Commercial team.
I graduated with a law degree from the University of Bristol in September 2020, before going on to complete the Bar Practice Course with LLM in 2021. I was called to the Bar at Lincoln’s Inn in March 2022. After completing the Bar, I had a change of heart and completed the LPC at BPP University in September 2022.
Outside of law, I enjoy my wine, having completed my WSET Level 2 award in wines.
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens’ Real Estate team as a paralegal in April 2022. I am now a trainee solicitor at the firm, currently in the Dispute Resolution team.
After graduating from university in Australia with a Bachelors Degree in Communications, I obtained my GDL and a LPC with a Master of Law from the University of Law in 2019 with High Distinction.
Before joining Lawrence Stephens, I worked as an in-house paralegal at a travel and leisure company, followed by a role as a real estate paralegal at a high street law firm.
I have experience in commercial and residential property, including working for property developers, high net worth individuals and lenders.
I believe in the value of client care and service, building relationships with clients and ensuring they are communicated with at each stage of the process.
Growing up in Hong Kong and having also lived in Melbourne and Singapore, I love travelling with my husband and exploring new places. In my spare time, I am a competitive hockey player, enjoy running to keep fit and trying new restaurants in London.
Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Natasha Cox
I joined Lawrence Stephens as a paralegal in January 2023 and have since started my training contract with the firm. I am due to qualify as a solicitor in September 2025.
I graduated from Nottingham Trent University with a first-class honors degree in Law in 2020 before completing the LPC and LLM at the University of Law achieving a Distinction.
I have nearly three years’ experience in contentious and non-contention probate and, as part of my training contract, I have also sat in the Dispute Resolution, Commercial Real Estate and Employment departments at Lawrence Stephens.
Outside of the office, I’m often found out for a run, exploring new places (be that in London or further afield!) and trying new restaurants with family and friends.