Bath v Newcastle Falcons match day

Awdry Bailey & Douglas were delighted to be match ball sponsor and host a table in the GWW Suite at Bath Rugby for the exciting game against Newcastle Falcons on Saturday 16th February. The match resulted in a fantastic win for Bath with four great tries from Semesa Rokoduguni, England’s Joe Cokanasiga, Will Chudley and Francois Louw which we watched from balcony seating.  The match ended in a 30-13 defeat for Newcastle.

Back Row (left to right):  Steve Harris (Bellamy Wealth Management), Andrew Marshall (Hamptons), Trevor French (Barclays), Chris Cook (Bath Rugby), Tim Hotchkiss (ABD), Bruce O’Grady (MD at Sherbourne Developments), Alex Davies (Bath Rugby), David Milligan (Sherbourne Developments) and Alex David (ABD)

Front Row (left to right):  Alistair Everett (ABD), Phil Dix (Sherbourne Developments), Rupert Lawson-Johnson (Plum UK Ltd – search agent), Jay Greatley (Blaise Commercial Finance) and Jason Hansford (Bellamy Wealth Management)

It was a pleasure to have Andrew Marshall from Hamptons International Marlborough, Trevor French from Barclays Corporate Banking, Bruce O’Grady, David Milligan and Phil Dix from Sherbourne Developments Group Ltd, Jay Greatley from Blaise Commercial Finance, Jason Hansford from Bellamy Wealth Management Ltd and Rupert Lawson Johnston of Plum UK Ltd join partners Alistair Everett, Tim Hotchkiss and Alexander David to enjoy the day.

Join us...

Are you are a positive and determined person with a genuine interest in providing great client service? If you are, then you would fit in well at Awdry Bailey & Douglas.

Attitude and character are the most important things.  At ABD we value knowledge and experience and of course they play a central role in providing great client service and in your career development, but your overall approach to life, work and the ability to build strong business relationships with clients, contacts and colleagues will really determine how successful you are.  

We currently have a number of legal, secretarial and support staff positions available:

Conveyancing Fee Earners

We are looking for friendly, proactive fee earners and paralegals who have an interest in providing excellent client service to join our Award Winning Residential Conveyancing Department. The position is open in our offices throughout Wiltshire, in Devizes, Chippenham, Royal Wootton Bassett and Marlborough.

To find out more click here.

Legal Secretarial Positions 

Our Award Winning Residential Conveyancing Department is seeking full time or part time Legal Secretaries who are friendly, enthusiastic and proactive to assist in the continued development of the department. The position is open throughout our office in Devizes, Royal Wootton Bassett,  Marlborough and Chippenham.

To find out more click here.

Apprentice Receptionist / Administrator

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to start a Legal Receptionist / Administrator apprentice programme based at our offices in Devizes. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and relish the opportunity to learn and develop receptionist/administrator skills working closely with the Practice Manager.

To find out more click here. 

We are a modern and progressive law firm and we are committed to making ABD a great place to work. Our aim is to ensure that this is a positive, supportive and forward looking environment.

If you are interested in any of these positions then please forward your CV and covering letter to David Turley at david.turley@awdrys.co.uk or call 01380 722311.

Meet The Lawyer - Georgina Catlin

GEORGINA CATLIN - OVER TO YOU…

TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF?

I am really interested in health and wellness and try to adopt daily routines where I can.  These encourage me to stay motivated when approaching work/life challenges or to stay calm when life becomes stressful.  This might include meditating or listening to a motivational speaker in the car on the way to work.  I am very family orientated and I love spending time with my twin sister, whether it is supporting my 6ft 5 rugby playing brother on the edge of a rugby pitch, or going for long country walks. Although we are very much a Rugby family, I do occasionally put my Man United hat on when watching the football with my partner! 

WHAT AREA OF LAW DO YOU WORK IN?

Family Law - which can be very broad and covers most issues that arise as a result of a relationship breakdown.  This could range from a divorce or separation and the associated financial issues that need to be resolved, or alternatively dealing with issues in relation to child care arrangements.

TELL US ABOUT  YOUR JOURNEY TO THE LAW?

I initially studied Law and Criminology at University but I soon realised that my passion was for the Law and not the intricacies of how and why people broke the law!  Upon graduating, I began working for ABD as a Family Law Secretary in order to gain legal work experience and commenced studying the Graduate Diploma in Law part time.  I developed a keen interest in Family Law and thereafter began training as a Solicitor whilst completing my LPC part time.  I am due to qualify in November 2018 and hope to continue my role as a Solicitor in the Firm’s Family Law Department.  

    

WHAT ARE 5 WORDS A CLIENT WOULD USE TO DESCRIBE YOU?

Tall.  Approachable. Conscientious. Understanding. Positive. 

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY HAS BEEN YOUR CAREER HIGHLIGHT TO DATE? 

Having the opportunity to see my client’s positive reaction immediately after a successful outcome at a Financial Court Hearing.

WHAT/WHO INSPIRES YOU?

Many of my colleagues inspire me on a day to day basis.  Although on a more personal note, I would have to say my Mum as she has fully supported me at all stages of my life and career so far.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY TO DO OUTSIDE OF WORK?

I love to eat good food and drink good wine whilst socialising with my partner, friends and family.  I also enjoy exercising, which mainly involves early morning running outdoors or attending gym classes in order to burn off the food and wine! I love the outdoors and really enjoy wandering around beautiful gardens and going to the theatre.  When I am not doing the above, I enjoy watching a good old action film with a bar of chocolate whilst relaxing at home with my partner. 

The Wolf Run Just Giving Page for Starlight Children's Foundation

As you may have seen in our recent training pictures here a team from ABD are signed up to tackle the woods, obstacles, lakes and fields of the hardcore 10k The Wolf Run.

Designed to challenge mental and physical strength and skill, the team consisting of David Turley, Samantha Travella, Jess Arnold, Emily Poynton, Caroline Brailey, Nadine Cook, Madison Stormes-Moreno, Charlotte Lea, Nicolle Phillips, Helen Edwards and Alistair Everett will be fundraising for Starlight Children's Foundation. 

Starlight are a fantastic charity supporting seriously and terminally ill children all over the country during their time in hospital and hospices. Starlight aim to distract children from the pain, fear and isolation they may feel during this time through support, boost boxes full of toys and games to distract them, and organised hospital pantomimes and plays. 

Starlight say that a little fun and distraction can go a long way and help brighten even the darkest days, and one of our members of staff Madison found this completely true when her daughter was supported through her illnesses:


"Starlight were absolutely incredible when my daughter was seriously ill in hospital and for all her out patient visits. I honestly don't think she would have come out of it as well as she has had it not been for Starlight. They got her through every procedure that she was awake for and provided her with such amazing play therapy in between. They're amazing!" 


We want to fundraise for Starlight so that they can keep providing this invaluable helping hand to ill children to make sure that childhood continues inside the hospital and children aren't left feeling anxious and alone at these difficult times. Please do visit our JUST GIVING page and donate anything you can. We are truly grateful.