L-R Phil Harris, Sarah Wood, Cyril Arridge, Paula Amer, James Thompson
James Thompson, IT Manager commenced work with the firm in 2007 as a temporary administration assistant and was subsequently offered a full time position in the Administration Team . He joined the IT department in 2008, becoming IT Manager in 2020. James says, "QualitySolicitors Parkinson Wright has given me the opportunity to progress within the firm and I am delighted to receive this recognition from the Partners." Cyril Arridge, Managing Partner says, I am particularly pleased to welcome James as a Partner. We recognise that we would not be able to provide the legal services that we do without the support of non lawyers who make up the firms central administration team."
Paula Amer is a conveyancing Manager with over 25 years experience in all aspects of residential conveyancing; including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, lease extensions, remortgages, transfer of equities and new build purchases. She joined QualitySolicitors Parkinson Wright in 2022. Paula says, "It is an enormous privilege to be part of a progressive firm and to be recognised by the Partners. It’s a pleasure to be part of such a wonderful team who are all encouraged to fulfil their potential. I am looking forward to continuing my career with Parkinson Wright." Faye Green, Head of Residential Property says, "Paula is an integral member of our Residential Property Department. Her dedication and commitment to the firm are outstanding and her promotion to becoming a Partner of the firm is a well-deserved achievement.”
Phil Harris is a Family Law Solicitor advising on Public Children Law matters. He joined the firm in 2020 upon completing his degree at the University of Worcester. Phil says, “I am really pleased to have had the opportunity to learn and progress quickly at Parkinson Wright and I look forward to continuing to do so within this Family Department that I am very fortunate to be a part of.” Peter Lewis, Head of Family Law says, " Phil has demonstrated his ability and commitment to the Family Law Team and to the firm. I am delighted that this has been recognised and the appointment is well-deserved."
Sarah Wood is a Wills Advisor and joined QualitySolicitors Parkinson Wright in 2020. She provides advice on the Preparation of Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney for individuals and business owners. Sarah says, "I have had such an amazing journey at Parkinson Wright and I owe it all to my colleagues who have been so supportive and my clients who have been so wonderful. It really is easy to love what you do when you do what you love." Jean Newton, Head of Private Client says, I am delighted to welcome Sarah as a Partner. Her commitment to provide the best possible service to her clients and the support she has given to her colleagues is exceptional.
Cyril Arridge Managing Partner adds, "It is a pleasure to reward colleagues who demonstrate performance, commitment and loyalty to the firm by welcoming them into partnership."