EMILY CHAPMAN
President
Trethowans LLP
Email: emily.chapman@trethowans.com
Solicitor specialising in Commercial Property
What do you do when you're not working?
Outside of work I like to walk the dog in the forest or on the beach and do projects around the house or garden for the house renovation.
SOPHIE RICE
Vice President
Steele Raymond LLP
Email: sophierice@steeleraymond.co.uk
Solicitor specialising in Residential Conveyancing
What do you do when you're not working?
I enjoy taking long walks along the beach and borrowing a friend’s dog wherever possible!
HOLLY SAMUELS
Treasurer
EcoOnline
Email:holly.samuels@ecoonline.com
Paralegal (ACILEX) specialising in corporate and commercial
What do you do when you're not working?
Outside of work and studying for my CILEx qualifications, I spend my time trying to convert a van into a campervan. When completed, I plan to travel around the UK and Europe in it
TARA JONES
Content Officer
Lester Aldridge LLP
Email: tara.jones@la-law.com
Solicitor specialising in Property Litigation
What do you do when you're not working?
I enjoy going for walks and exploring Dorset's countryside and coastlines. I also like to go out on my paddleboard and try new food and drink with friends and family.
JAMES PRIVETT
Communications & Publications Officer
Frettens LLP
Email: jprivett@frettens.co.uk
Trainee Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
In my spare time I enjoy outdoor activities such as walks in the new forest and cycling.
GEORGIE STANDHAFT
Communications & Publications Offier
Ellis Jones Solicitors
Email: georgie.standhaft@ellisjones.co.uk
Trainee Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
I like to go for long walks with my Romanian rescue dog, Loki, dance (tap, jazz, ballet and pointe) and read as much as possible.
ABBA ATKIN
Sports Officer
Steele Raymond LLP
Email: abbaatkin@steeleraymond.co.uk
Trainee Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
I enjoy running, playing netball and tennis, and spending time with friends and family.
ABI GRIFFIN
Bar Liaison Officer
3PB Barristers
Email: abi.griffin@3pb.co.uk
Centre Manager/Clerk
What do you do when you're not working?
I love spending time with friends and family, beach walks with my dogs and attempting to run marathons!
PAIGE ABBOTT
Educational Events Officer
Trethowans LLP
Email: Paige.Abbott@trethowans.com
Family Law Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
I like to go on long walks on the beach or in the new forest.
MARIA BLANCO
National Representative
RHIANNON STEVINSON
Social Events Officer
Frettens LLP
Email: rstevinson@frettens.co.uk
Associate of CILEX specialising in Wills and Tax
What do you like to do when you're not working?
Most of my free time is spent doing renovations to my home and playing with my 2 bunnies Millie and Poppy.
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ELLIE STANTON
Secretary
Trethowans LLP
Email: ellie.stanton@trethowans.com
Solicitor
What do you like to do when you're not working?
I love walking on the beach and along the Jurassic Coastline and spending time with family and friends. I enjoy cooking, and love trying out new recipes when I have the time. I also play in a Netball league in Bournemouth on Monday evenings, as good way to keep fit.
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OUTI KALLUNKI-STEVENS
Charities Officer
Preston Redman Solicitors
Email: okks@prestonredman.co.uk
Trainee Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
I volunteer with the local food charity, join far too many reading groups, and frequent libraries, cafés, and garden centres.
AISLING SCOTT
General Committee Member
Steele Raymond LLP
Email: aislingscott@steeleraymond.co.uk
Solicitor specialising in Commercial Property
What do you do when you're not working?
Outside of work, I gym, run, walk the dog, and enjoy the outdoors, we live in a stunning place. Otherwise, I like to turn my hand to a bit of DIY and watch the mighty Cherries play most Saturdays.
LUKE BARKER
General Committee Member
Trethowans LLP
Email: Luke.Barker@trethowans.com
Trainee Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
I am a big theatre enthusiast, having originally trained in Musical Theatre before beginning my journey into law. Any excuse to watch a West End show and I am there! Equally, I enjoy walks in the New Forest, travelling and watching football at any chance I get!
ERICA LEUNG
General Committee Member
Steele Raymond LLP
ericaleung@steeleryamond.co.uk
Solicitor specialising in Estate Planning and Tax
What do you do when you're not working?
In my downtime, I find solace on the open waters. Sailing has been my passion. There's something truly exhilarating about harnessing the wind and navigating the waves. Whether its a serene day in Poole Harbour or a fierce race against the elements, sailing remains my ultimate escape.
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JOE HAMMOND
General Committee Member
Lester Aldridge LLP
Email: Joe.Hammond@la-law.com
Legal Assistant
What do you do when you're not working?
I enjoy spending time with friends and family, either playing golf, going on a long walk or working on classic cars - but always with a beer afterwards!
ELLIE STANTON
GDL Representative
Trethowans LLP
Email: Ellie.Stanton@trethowans.com
Trainee Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
I love walking on the beach and along the Jurassic Coast and spending time with family and friends. I have done ballet since I was 4, and hope to start up a regular class again when I qualify in September 2023.
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IMOGEN-LEIGH THOMAS
Student Representative
Ellis Jones Solicitors
Email: imogen-leigh.thomas@ellisjones.co.uk
Trainee Solicitor
What do you do when you're not working?
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, and going on long walks/runs with my Romanian rescue dog, Fawn!
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