MEET THE TEAM
Clare Barlow and Julie Ferguson
The founder members of the firm, Clare Barlow and Julie Ferguson, first met in 2011 whilst undertaking voluntary work for the Ipswich Council for Racial Equality (IPSCRE), a charity for which they both felt passionately. A lifelong friendship was formed. Clare’s earlier background in senior management at the NHS doubled with Julie’s experience working in City law firms in London meant these solicitors brought a dynamic energy to the brainchild of Christchurch Solicitors LLP which continues to this day. A combined wealth of legal and life experiences as mothers, solicitors, friends make this a very special partnership.
Partner Clare Barlow
Partners Clare and Julie bring many years of experience between them to the firm. Julie qualified as a solicitor in 1989 and Clare qualified in 2010. They work tirelessly and care passionately about achieving the best results for their clients.
Email Clare at: cbarlow@christchurchlaw.co.uk or Julie at: jferguson@christchurchlaw.co.uk
Partner Julie Ferguson
JULIA WILSON: SOLICITOR
Cambridge-educated Julia specialises in Wills and Probate and can help with many other matters including Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA’s) and inheritance tax issues. Julia qualified in 1994. In her spare time she volunteers as a town pastor.
Email Julia at: jwilson@christchurchlaw.co.uk
HELEN MASON: assistant to the partners
With the firm from the start, Helen works hard to aid the Partners whilst also ensuring our clients have a straightforward understanding of processes. Fluent in five languages, she’s a fount of knowledge.
Email Helen at: hmason@christchurchlaw.co.uk
Rebecca Brunning: TRAINEE LEGAL EXECUTIVE
Starting out as an Assistant to the Partners in 2008, Becky took time off to travel the world before retuning to us where she helps with the smooth running of the firm and is training super hard to be a legal executive. We have high hopes for her!
Email Becky at: rbrunning@christchurchlaw.co.uk
Denest Akintaju: BOOK KEEPER
Denest is an experienced accountant and book keeper with over 25 years experience spanning various industries namely financial services, insurance, accounting practice as well as manufacturing. An impressive background, he has worked for reputable organisations such as Ernst & Young and AON.
