Machins Solicitors Announces Promotion of Victoria Grant to Senior Associate
Machins announce the promotion of Victoria Grant to Senior Associate in the Family team.
Jessica Theara
Buying & Selling a Home
Solicitor, Residential Conveyancing Team
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Great service, the transaction from start to finish was very smooth. The team were very patient with us considering the various questions and concern for time limits we had.
Great communication.
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Jessica did everything she could to meet last-minute deadlines whilst keeping me informed all of the way. I would definitely recommend to anyone.
I’ve dealt with a few solicitors over the past year from other companies, and the level of care I have received from both Conveyancing and Family law at Machins has been by far the best. First class. Professional and efficient but also have a much appreciated caring approach.
About Jessica
Jessica is a solicitor in our Residential Conveyancing department. She completed her Legal Practice Course in 2015 at the University of Hertfordshire, where she also obtained her Law degree.
While studying, Jessica gained valuable experience working part-time at a local high street firm, where she was involved in Residential Conveyancing, Private Client, and Family Law matters.
She joined Machins Solicitors in November 2015, initially working in the Commercial Property department, and qualified as a solicitor in July 2019. Jessica brings a wealth of experience and a client-focused approach to her work in residential property transactions.
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