Facilities and IT Manager at Jackson West Solicitors.

Secretary to Tracy Leeke.

Shona Smalley

I joined Jackson West in 2012. I have worked in Legal Aid costs for over 25 years, starting my career at Bate Edmonds Snape in Coventry. I have significant experience in Family and Criminal Legal Aid, including complex legally aided cases, high cost case plans, Court of Protection and exceptional funding for inquests. I have prepared claims in respect of some very high profile cases.

I regularly and successfully challenge Legal Aid decisions and have a keen eye for detail. I thrive on the technical challenges of drafting Legally Aided bills and gain professional satisfaction in seeing them through to completion.

I take great pride in knowing that through my experience and dedication, I can obtain a fantastic result for not only the firm but also for the client. I enjoy the challenges that this job role brings on a day to day basis as I feel that this motivates me to achieve the best possible results that I can.

In my spare time I am a keen Wasps rugby supporter, enjoy baking and am a self-proclaimed connoisseur of gin.

Diane Burman

I am a Secretary within the Matrimonial Team

Katie Guest

I joined Jackson West in 2011.  I have held various roles within the company before joining the Costing Team in 2023.  My role now is Law Costs Draftsman where I draft Legally Aided Bills and assist my colleague in other costs related matters. 

I take pride in my work and ensure that all bills are done with great attention to detail to gain the best possible result. 

In my spare time I enjoy socialising with friends and spending time with my husband and son.  I also like to relax by listening to music, watching films and reading books. 

I am the Secretary to Alan Ramsey and work in the Conveyancing Team

I am a Secretary in the Wills Trust & Probate Department

I am a Secretary in the Conveyancing Team

I am a Secretary in the Conveyancing Team

Kim Davies

I have worked in the legal profession for almost 14 years now. During this time I have experienced working in various areas of law, however family law is where my passion lies. I joined Jackson West in February 2016 given they are a firm that concentrates solely on family law and I immediately knew that my knowledge and skills would be put to best use here. I work closely in the Matrimonial team and believe that I have the knowledge and understanding to support our clients during whatever difficult time they are going through.

Away from the office I love spending time with my partner, our three children and our three dogs. I certainly have my hands full!

I am a Secretary in the Matrimonial Team

Charlotte Johnson

Secretary to Joanne Hill.

Seetel Patel

 

I joined Jackson West in January 2017, having previously worked as an Executive Assistant for the last 12 years at a Recruitment firm. I work very closely with the Care Department and ensure that I can support in all aspects, so that the lawyers can work to the best of their ability.  I also assist where needed in other areas.

 

Outside of the office I enjoy socialising with friends and family.  Going on Bike Rides and Walking, especially if there is a pub on the way!!

I am a Secretary in the Wills Trust & Probate Department