I qualified as a Solicitor in 2001 and specialise in litigation and dispute resolution. I am partner in a regional law firm.
I have gained my higher rights of audience, which means that I can appear in the higher civil Courts of England and Wales.
I am a member of the Property Litigation Association
Flint Bishop Limited
Partner
September 2024 to d
I am a partner of the Commercial Dispute Resolution Department and am based at the Derby office. We also have offices in other locations, including in Yorkshire (Sheffield and Leeds.)
Keebles (latterly Knights plc)
Partner
December 2010 - September 2004
I was a partner in the dispute resolution department in the Doncaster office for over 10 years and then worked from the Knights Sheffield office.
I have a passion for training and development. For a number of years, I was the supervisor for the trainee solicitors in my office, which involved assisting in the recruitment of trainee solicitors and supervising their 2 years of in-house training. I also have experience of planning and organising skills training for qualified legal staff
Laurence Keenan Advocates
Partner
September 1998 - May 2010
I trained to be an Isle of Man Advocate at this general practice firm and specialised in offshore litigation.
For a number of years, I was the secretary of Isle of Man Crimestoppers.
Whilst training, I worked in my spare time as a Youth Worker.
I hold a practising certificate from the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
I am a member of the Law Society and the Property Litigation Association.
I have experience in contributing to decision making at a senior level and in reviewing and analysing large amounts of information to provide concise advice. I have strong project management skills and my role as a solicitor includes communicating effectively with a wide range of interested parties.
I have been at partner level as a solicitor for many years and have been provided legal advice and assistance to clients in high value and complex litigation. In my previous roles, I have led in recruitment, training supervision and business development initiatives.
As part of the strategy team at Keebles, I was involved with HR decisions and worked alongside the HR team. I am very experienced at data handling and appreciate legal frameworks
I have experience of costs budgeting and assessing claim value in litigation. At Keebles, I was involved with strategic financial planning and decision making for my firm.
I have a real interest in learning and development and want to be involved with a Doncaster based project that will make a difference to the life chances of young people from all backgrounds. I love working in a team and hope to be able to use my skills and experience to make a real contribution to the Trust.