Our Team

Our experienced partners, senior associates and department heads combine proven expertise with a personal approach. As well as bringing clarity and simplicity to every circumstance, we’re constantly striving to be better for our clients, our team and our community. Meet the people that are driving us forward.

Heads

Amie Callan

Amie delivers exceptional operational leadership, ensuring the highest of standards are met and exceeded by the firm.


Chocoholic who loves spending time with family!

Erica Turner

Erica works team-wide to develop and deliver the future of the firm, whilst working alongside the Commercial Property team on renewable energy projects.


A proud German Shepherd owning 'petrol head'

Partners

Simon Catterall

Simon provides expert guidance and representation in the face of all criminal and regulatory investigations.


Sage, author and club singer.

Daniel Flounders

Dan undertakes a variety of transactions for our corporate clients, specialising in mergers, acquisitions, disposals, MBOs, buy-ins and more.


Football fanatic with a black labrador sidekick

Richard Flounders

Richard helps resolve disputes for both Commercial and Residential properties be it freehold or leasehold, rent arrears, breaches of covenants and dilapidations for commercial leasehold premises.


Fitness enthusiast, family focussed and very competitive!

Toby Joel

Toby leads the dispute resolution team to provide clear, tailored advice to resolve conflicts efficiently and effectively and protect your best interests every step of the way.


Golf genius with a hole in one.

Helen Milburn TEP

Helen provides compassionate guidance to help you plan both for the here and now, and for the future, to ensure your loved ones are protected.


An outdoorsy girl who loves the peace and quiet!

Nicola Neilson FALA

Nicola advises farmers and landowners about all aspects of agricultural property, from buying and selling farms to tenancies and potential development opportunities.


A theatre-loving, Burnley supporting, amateur genealogist. 

Jonathan Wall

Jonathan prides himself on managing the Residential Property team to deliver expert guidance with a personal touch, for a smooth stress-free experience.


Outside of work, you’ll find Jonathan overseas.

Tony Wentworth

Transaction man Tony works alongside you to help your business reach its full potential with high-quality, tailored corporate and commercial advice.


Keen but inept golfer and Boro fan.

Our Team

Rachael Arbon

Rachael helps your Residential Property dreams come true and manages a team who are committed to taking the stress out of buying or selling your home.


Reader of books, and lover of cake.

Charlotte Barugh

Charlotte heads up our Debt Recovery team, which helps clients to recover millions of pounds worth of debts.


A passionate Swiftie who loves the Boro, shopping and frappés.

Emily Bentley

Emily is a passionate marketeer, brand advocate and a fan of helping to deliver the firm's business strategy.


Loves anything fast and dangerous!

John Bewick

John assists the Corporate Team where property involvement is required, alongside helping clients transfer their properties into pension schemes


A fan of film and athletics – both activities are often accompanied by his third passion, real ale.

Mike Cattermole TEP

Mike enjoys working closely with clients to provide clear and practical advice on inheritance tax planning, trusts and estate management.


A gadget lover with a passion for all things technology!

Caroline Harrison

Caroline heads up and supports the firm's HR project work, recruitment and team strategies.


An animal loving sun-seeking shopaholic.

Deborah Henning

Deborah has a practical pragmatic approach to employment law and the knowledge and experience to see both sides enabling fully rounded practical advice.


Lover of all things French: un peu de vin, du pain et du fromage!

Ellie Honeyman

Ellie is our insolvency legal wizz who works alongside the region's finest insolvency practitioners to deliver the best outcome for clients.


Avid fiction fan and dog lover!

Helen Marram

Helen helps to navigate the complexities of Commercial Property transactions with confidence, expertise and commercial awareness


A true crime documentary enthusiast who enjoys spending time with her family.

Christine McVay

Christine works in our family team seeking positive outcomes for her clients in even the most difficult situations allowing them to forge ahead with their futures.


Loves long walks, good food and blues music.

Karl Medd

Karl manages disputes over Wills, estates and inheritance with sensitivity and expertise to resolve matters swiftly and fairly.


Loves rugby. Likes pizza.

Katy Moody

Katy manages our experienced Family Law team to provide clear, compassionate, tailored advice to navigate life’s personal challenges.


Cat loving, choir-signing, foodie.

David Pounds

David is our in-house IT guru, managing a team of analysts to provide efficient technical support and streamlining strategies.


Guitar playing biker, frequently found in karate dojos.

Lauren Rutherford

Lauren works on a wide range of commercial property transactions including landlord and tenant matters, sales and acquisitions and secured lending.


A family and friends loving foodie!

Emily Skillcorn

Emily, being a horse-lover herself, manages the intricate mechanics of equine claims representing clients from small claims to High Court.


Happiest outdoors, surrounded by animals and preferably a baked good or two.

Beckie Talbot

Beckie manages the firm's full financial function and heads up a team of fantastic Finance Assistants.


Spa Day enthusiast who enjoys a gin or two!

Daniel Tumilty

Dan helps residential property investors, experienced and new, match their investment ambitions.


Wannabe Racing Driver and proud dad!

Isabelle Waddell

Isabelle, is a Dual-Qualified Solicitor specialising in Residential New Build purchases, helping you move as swiftly and smoothly as possible into a new build home.


A world and food explorer with her family!

Philippa Walker

Philippa, one of our term-time team, brings a wealth of expertise in landlord and tenant matters, conditional agreements and investment portfolios


An outdoor loving adventure seeker with a heart full of country music!