I am a Solicitor and I qualified in 2021 with over 5 years’ experience in Private Client matters.

I specialise in Wills, administration of estates, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters such as Deputyship Orders.

I aim to provide our clients with a friendly, approachable and quality service.

Amber began her Conveyancing career in 2012, working for a firm in Daventry.  After qualifying with the Council of Licenced Conveyancers in 2018, Amber has worked at Spratt Endicott in Banbury before relocating home to Leamington Spa where she joined Davisons Law in Stratford Upon Avon. After taking time away for maternity leave in 2022, Amber has joined Jackson West Solicitors as of January 2023.

Amber has an extensive Conveyancing background, acting for hundreds of clients over the years. Amber deals with all manner of Conveyancing transactions including:

  • Sales and Purchases of Freehold and Leasehold Property
  • Re-mortgages
  • Transfer of Equity
  • Shared Ownership
  • Help to Buy and Right to Buy
  • Lease Extensions
  • Variations of Leases
  • New-Build Property
  • Unregistered Property
  • First Registrations
  • Deed of Easements
  • Bridging Loans and Equity Release Schemes
  • Purchasing property with associated land

In her spare time, Amber likes going to support her local Rugby Team Claverdon RFC, horse-riding and visiting cosy pubs with a glass of red after a long walk! Mostly, however, it is running after her soon-to-be 1 year old daughter these days!

I am a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. I specialise in family law. I have over 37 years’ experience. 

Earlier in my career I undertook a wide range of family work to include divorce, finances, child disputes, injunctions and cohabitee disputes. However, since 2014 I have specialised in divorce and finance work.  This includes Financial Remedy Applications, cohabitee disputes, both pre nup and post nup agreements and pensions. I have particular experience in acting for clients who have company interests and issues relating to substantial capital assets, and also with overseas capital assets

I am a Chartered Legal Executive and I qualified in 2009 and specialise in Private Client matters.

I have a wealth of experience and specialise in the administration of estates, estate tax planning, Wills and Court of Protection matters such as Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship Orders and the creation and administration of Trusts.

I am empathetic in my approach and pride myself in providing a simplistic explanation of matters and excellent client care. 

I am a Solicitor who qualified in 2012 and head up the Wills, Trust & Probate department at the firm. I am a full member of the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners.

I have extensive experience in advising individuals and families with regards to their estates taking a holistic approach to advise on a range of matters including Inheritance tax, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and trusts. I also deal with more specialist areas such as Court of Protection work involving deputies and trusts for vulnerable beneficiaries where planning is vital to ensure loved ones are cared for now and in the future.

No matter how many clients I see, I appreciate that each one is looking for an approach and a solution that is specific to them. The clients trust that I have the requisite knowledge so part of my role is to understand how I can best assist each individual and convey the same in the most straightforward manner.

Outside of work, I enjoy music, film and literature. I also enjoy watching cricket, rugby and have a football season ticket for my sins. My own involvement in any kind of sport is long gone but I still enjoy being outside, going for walks in the countryside or visiting various locations across the UK.

I am Jackson West's Practice Manager and joined the firm in 2020 having previously worked for a top 100 law firm.

Alan joined the firm in 2015, having qualified as a Solicitor in 1979.

Alan is a member of the Conveyancing department of the firm and has over 30 years’ experience in this field.

Alan can act on your behalf in relation to all aspects of residential property transactions, to include:-

  • Residential sales and purchases;
  • Retirement property sales and purchases;
  • Re-mortgages; and
  • Leasehold transactions for residential landlords.

Alan appreciates that buying or selling a house can be a stressful experience and he firmly believes that it is important to be available to communicate with you whenever you need him.

As head of department Alan is responsible for ensuring all conveyancing transitions proceed smoothly and in accordance with the client’s wishes.

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Joanne Hill

Jo qualified as a solicitor in 2015 following a career in corporate banking and tax.  She worked for Warwickshire County Council as a legal assistant before undertaking her training contact and qualifying.  Jo specialises in representing parents involved in care proceedings and more generally with families involved with Children’s Services.  She has a particular interest and expertise in helping parents who have learning difficulties or a disability or mental health problems.  Jo has recently been awarded Warwickshire Law Society’s “Lawyer of the Year 2022” in recognition of her work with vulnerable families.

I am a solicitor in the family department. I have experience in advising clients on all aspects of family law, including the financial consequences of the breakdown of a marriage and disputes over child arrangements following separation.

I have acted in cases dealing with complex Child Arrangement Proceedings, including fact-finding hearings and allegations of abuse.

I have experience in dealing with financial matters for matrimonial clients of all backgrounds, having dealt with cases that involve complex business assets, family farms and pensions.

I also have advised on cohabitation disputes and agreements, dealing with both matters under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 and Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989.

I strive to achieve the best possible outcome for my clients, whilst managing their expectations in relation to timescales and costs.

Away from the office I enjoy baking and spending time with my family and friends.

Emma has been with Johnson & Gaunt since 2014. However, she has worked in the legal sector for over 30 years.

Emma’s role is assisting James Walthall, Director, in all aspects of Public Law Children work.

Emma effectively manages the client case load which includes drafting various documents, preparation of cases prior to any Court hearings along with Legal Aid applications. In addition, Emma attends Court hearings, professionals’ meetings, pre-proceedings meetings and various conferences with the client or Counsel.

I have been working within a law firm since 2008 and in the Conveyancing department for the last eight years.

 

In 2018 I gained my CIlex Level 3 Professional Diploma in Law and Practice and have since been assisting in all conveyancing transactions for the Head of Conveyancing.

 

In my spare time I enjoy socialising with friends and spending quality time with my two young daughters making memories!

Stephanie Docking

I joined Jackson West in 2014, bringing 15 years of legal experience with me. Having previously worked for several legal firms in Coventry, my wealth of experience has assisted me in providing an effective and efficient service to the firm. With a career covering many areas of law, I feel that being a member of the Family Team utilises my professional skills in the best possible way.

I am currently studying with the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) and am working towards obtaining my Level 3 Certificate in Law & Practice.

Our clients are going through possibly the most difficult time of their lives. Emotions can run high and the process can be extremely stressful. My job, with the assistance of my colleagues, is to try and make this time as smooth and painless as possible. Knowing I have done my part to help our clients through this process gives me a great sense of achievement.

Outside of the office I enjoy spending time planning activities for my large family and taking well-earned breaks at the local pub. I see myself as a bit of a real ale expert

I joined Jackson West in January 2021, bringing 10 years of legal experience with me. I started my legal journey within a firm in Nuneaton initially training in Private Family Law. After 5 years I decided I needed a change and moved to a firm in Coventry furthering my career and knowledge and choosing to focus on Care Proceedings.

I have, in that time, assisted on many interesting cases with a vast number of experts being involved, including cases of non-accidental injuries, FGM, drug and alcohol abuse, domestic abuse to mention a few.

I work alongside Jo Hill of Jackson West, who has a particular interest and expertise in helping parents who have learning difficulties or a disability or mental health problems.  Jo has recently been awarded Warwickshire Law Society’s “Lawyer of the Year 2022” in recognition of her work with vulnerable families.

My main role in working alongside Jo is helping to manage the client case load. This includes meeting with clients, drafting various documents, applications, statements and ensuring Legal Aid is in place. I also attend Court hearings; pre-proceedings meetings and I will often assist counsel at Court.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, daughter, stepson, and our little Jack-Chi Trixie! I also enjoying attending as many gigs as I can, I find there is nothing quite like watching a live band!

I am a Solicitor in the Matrimonial and Private Children department. I have experience in advising clients on all aspects of family law, including Divorce and Finances, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation matters, and private children matters. I am pragmatic and empathetic and strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for my clients.