Law firm Jackson Lees Group has awarded training contracts to four paralegals to enable them to become fully-qualified solicitors.
The quartet are Rosie Bryan, Jaimy Fearn, Arbaaz Mehmood and Jennifer Reid.
They are undertaking their training across various departments at the full-service practice, which has 240 people across offices in Liverpool, Wirral and Southport.
Rosie, who joined the practice in 2023, and Arbaaz, who joined in March this year, work in the wills, trusts and probate department.
Jaimy, a trainee in the major inquests and inquiries department, has been at Jackson Lees Group since August 2024.
Jennifer joined the firm in September 2024 as a paralegal in the Court of Protection department.
Esther Leach, managing director of Jackson Lees Group, said: “Our team is packed with talent and dedication, and these trainees are an example of building that team from within.
“We create an environment where everyone can grow, thrive and advance their careers. We’re proud to offer opportunities in legal pathways, like these training contracts, to not only boost their development and their careers as a whole but also to help them make a positive difference to the lives of our clients.”
Rosie said: “I’m deeply passionate about accessibility and communication in the legal sector, and I’m proud to be able to continue my legal journey with a firm whose values align with my own.
“I’m incredibly grateful for the support I’ve received from my colleagues and mentors, and I’m excited to continue growing within a firm that makes me feel inspired.”
Jaimy said: “The past year has been a journey of immense personal and professional growth. Securing a training contract is a dream come true and I’m incredibly grateful for the support and opportunities the firm has given me.
“I’m excited to begin my next chapter as a trainee solicitor and continue growing with a firm that truly values inclusion, excellence and purpose.”
Arbaaz said: “I’m over the moon to have my hard work recognised by this truly exceptional firm.
“I’m excited to progress my career, learn from the abundance of experienced colleagues and continue making a positive difference to our clients’ lives.”
Jennifer said: “Every day, I have the privilege of supporting vulnerable clients in managing their finances and navigating decisions that impact their wellbeing. It’s a department that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
“It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the work we do helps safeguard dignity and independence. I’m excited to continue growing my legal career as a trainee solicitor and extremely grateful for the support I’ve received along the way since joining Jackson Lees Group.”
Jackson Lees Group comprises Jackson Lees, Broudie Jackson Canter and Farrington Law.
Jackson Lees advises on a diverse range of specialisms including family cases, private client, medical negligence, conveyancing, commercial property, litigation and personal injury.
Broudie Jackson Canter specialises in civil liberties and social welfare, with teams working on actions against the police, inquests and inquiries, immigration, criminal matters, prison law and family and children law. It is representing around 1,500 clients at the Covid Inquiry and has been instrumental in shaping the Hillsborough Law.
Farrington Law specialises in private client services and commercial property.
Jackson Lees Group is part of MAPD Group, which was founded by Brian Cullen and Joanna Kingston-Davies in 2020 to power the growth of local law firms nationally through acquisition. The initials stand for Making a Positive Difference.