Our People

Experienced Team. Expert Guidance.

Our team of experienced solicitors brings together centuries of combined legal expertise, ensuring you receive the highest standard of professional representation and personalised service.

Every member of our team is committed to delivering exceptional results while maintaining the personal touch that has defined our practice for over 245 years.

Professional legal team at Gardner Champion Solicitors

Directors

Team

Faizal Lunat

Solicitor

Solicitor at Gardner Champion, admitted in 2020 and focused on housing & property work.

Housing & PropertyLandlord and TenantTenancy Dispute ResolutionWills & Probate
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Zulaikhah Ahmed

Solicitor

Solicitor at Gardner Champion with a focus on delivering client-centred legal advice across the firm's service areas.

Residential ConveyancingWills and Probate

Andrew Marshall

Lawyer (FCILEX)

Lawyer specialising in commercial property and corporate transactions, with over 25 years’ experience providing business-focused legal advice.

Commercial PropertyResidential Conveyancing and Corporate transactionsLitigation
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Amna Ahmad

Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor at Gardner Champion, assisting clients with conveyancing and probate matters through practical guidance, clear updates and organised case support.

Residential ConveyancingWills and Probate
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Nahal Allahhi

Commercial and Residential Conveyancer

Dr. Nahal Allahhi is an experienced property fee earner with a background in residential and commercial property matters, including leasehold transactions and landlord and tenant work.

Residential Conveyancing Commercial Leases Leasehold Transactions Landlord and Tenant Matters New Build Purchases Shared Ownership Remortgages Transfers of Equity

Saskia Ashley

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor at Gardner Champion, assisting across multiple legal disciplines and supporting senior team members to deliver clear and client-focused advice.

Family Law/Domestic Abuse mattersconveyancingwillsprobate

Jasmine Hayre

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor at Gardner Champion, assisting clients with residential property matters through proactive updates, organised case handling and supportive communication.

Residential ConveyancingWills and Probate

Ayesha Altaf

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor at Gardner Champion, helping clients navigate residential property transactions with clear advice, strong communication and attentive client care.

Residential ConveyancingWills and Probate
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Hawabibi Modan

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor at Gardner Champion, supporting conveyancing and probate matters with careful case management, clear communication and a client-focused approach.

Residential ConveyancingWills and Probate
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Zaid Khan

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor at Gardner Champion Solicitors with experience in conveyancing, immigration, family and post-completion elements.

Residential ConveyancingImmigration Law
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Hafiza Begum

Fee Earner

With over six years of experience as a Fee Earner specialising in Wills and Probate, I provide professional and client-focused legal support tailored to individual and family needs. My expertise covers a broad range of private client matters, including Wills, Islamic Wills, Probate, Inheritance Tax (IHT) forms, Estate Administration, Declarations of Trust, Lasting Powers of Attorney, General Powers of Attorney, and Transfers of Equity.

WillsProbateTrustsLasting Powers of AttorneyDeclarations of Trustand Transfers of Equity

Linda Broadhurst

Legal Assistant

Based at Gardner Champion, Linda supports the conveyancing team in residential and commercial property matters, helping clients navigate the legal process with care and clarity.

Residential Conveyancing SupportCommercial Conveyancing Support
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Tracey Brown

Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary at Gardner Champion with extensive legal support experience, specialising in client liaison, document preparation and case-progress management.

Family Law SupportPersonal Injury Support

Mohamed Amin

Paralegal

Paralegal at Gardner Champion, guiding clients through onboarding and early case stages with clear communication, organised support and a professional, friendly approach.

Residential Conveyancing

Kayaam Bashir

Paralegal

Conveyancing Paralegal at Gardner Champion, supporting new clients and solicitors with efficient onboarding, organised case management and attentive client care.

Residential Conveyancing
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Jameel Hussain

Paralegal

Jameel Hussain is a Paralegal at Gardner Champion Solicitors, assisting clients with a range of residential conveyancing matters including sales, purchases and remortgages. He is known for his practical approach and clear communication throughout the transaction process.

Residential Conveyancing Freehold Transactions Title Review and Enquiries
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Saba Sadia

Paralegal

Paralegal at Gardner Champion specialising in commercial property and residential conveyancing. Saba supports sales, purchases, remortgages, and lease matters with strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a proactive approach to progressing transactions efficiently.

Commercial Property
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Isma Dad

Paralegal

An experienced Conveyancing Paralegal with over 5 years of expertise in residential property matters, including sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity. Committed to providing a professional, organised, and client-focused service to ensure transactions progress as smoothly as possible.

Property mattersincluding salespurchasestransfers of equityand remortgages
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Clive Turner

Finance Administrator

Finance Administrator at Gardner Champion with over 25 years of legal finance experience, specialising in billing, financial compliance, and maintaining accurate accounts. Known for his precision, reliability, and extensive knowledge of SRA financial procedures.

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Saif Iftekhar

Finance Administrator

Finance Administrator at Gardner Champion with developing experience in legal finance, supporting billing, payment processing, and daily accounts tasks. Recognised for his proactive approach, attention to detail, and commitment to strengthening the firm’s financial operations.

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Ernest Fung

Business Administrator

Business Administrator at Gardner Champion Solicitors, responsible for client onboarding, processing initial payments, and reviewing onboarding documentation to ensure compliance and a smooth client experience

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Ahmed Sayed

Business Administrator

Ahmed is an experienced Business Support Administrator who provides reliable administrative and operational support across the firm. He also contributes to the development of internal automation and AI systems, helping improve processes while ensuring day to day work is handled efficiently and professionally.

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Mariam Hamed

Business Administrator

Mariam acts as the first point of contact for clients and is responsible for onboarding, reviewing documentation, and preparing matters efficiently for the legal team. Focused on providing a smooth and professional client experience through clear, supportive communication and attention to detail.

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Ilyas Sidat

Business Administrator

Ilyas is an administrator in the conveyancing department, supporting fee earners with client onboarding, file administration, post-completion tasks, and day-to-day operational support

Residential conveyancing support. Lender panel administration and correspondence.
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Mollie Wright

HR Manager

Mollie is a HR professional at Gardner Champion Solicitors, supporting the firm with people management, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and operational processes.

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Justin Terrett

Head of New Business

Justin Terrett is a business development and client relationship professional with experience in supporting clients, developing strategic partnerships, and driving business growth within the legal sector. He is recognised for his approachable manner, strong communication skills, and commitment to delivering excellent client service.

Business Development & Sales Client Relationship Management Legal Services Support Strategic Partnerships Professional Networking Client Engagement Communication & Customer Service
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Hamza Sayed

Chief Operating Officer

Hamza Sayed is the Chief Operating Officer at Gardner Champion, where he plays a central role in driving operational performance, business efficiency and strategic growth across the firm.

Consultants

Paul Abba

Consultant

Consultant specialising in civil litigation and dispute resolution, providing pragmatic advice and strong advocacy for clients.

civil litigation and dispute resolution

Faye Brown

Consultant

Consultant with experience in family and private-client law, recognised for her empathetic approach and clear, practical guidance.

Family LawConveyancing and Private Client Law
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Ghulam Ali

Consultant

Consultant with expertise in conveyancing and landlord-tenant law, combining detailed legal knowledge with effective client care.

Residential ConveyancingLandlord- Tenant Law
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Anis Dadu

Consultant

Consultant Solicitor specialising in commercial property and corporate transactions, with over 20 years’ experience providing business-focused legal advice.

Commercial PropertyResidential Conveyancing and Corporate transactionsLitigation

Imtiaz Ameen

Consultant

Consultant Solicitor experienced in family, immigration and private-client law, offering tailored and accessible support to individuals and families.

FamilyImmigrationand Private Client
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Marc Parekh

Consultant

Consultant specialising in commercial and employment law, delivering clear, results-driven guidance for corporate clients and SMEs.

Commercial LawEmployment Law

Moneeb Majid

Consultant

Consultant Solicitor focusing on residential property and conveyancing, known for efficient case management and responsive client service.

Residential Conveyancing

Noel Lee

Consultant

Consultant Solicitor with over 25 years’ experience in property, corporate and employment law, providing practical and commercially-sound advice.

PropertyCorporate and Employment LawMatrimonial
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Sunita Shah

Consultant

Consultant Lawyer (FCILEX) advising on wills, trusts, probate and estate planning, ensuring clients receive clear and compassionate guidance.

Residential ConveyancingWills & Probate

Veena Bansal

Consultant

Consultant Solicitor supporting property and commercial transactions, offering practical advice and diligent case handling for individuals and businesses.

Residential and Commercial ConveyancingEmployment LawAcquisitions
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Richard Cramer

Consultant

Richard Cramer is a highly experienced legal professional with over 40 years’ experience in the UK legal sector. He specialises in high-value and complex litigation and commercial matters, with particular expertise in Sports, Media and Entertainment law. Richard has operated his own legal practice since 2001 and is now a Portfolio Member at arch.law, regularly appearing in the Business and Property Courts in Leeds and Manchester, as well as in sports arbitrations and mediations, including Rule K disputes.

Debt Recovery Litigation Sports Consultancy
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Azhar Sacranie

Consultant

Consultant Solicitor specialising in corporate and commercial transactions, with over 15 years’ experience providing business-focused legal advice.

Commercial PropertyResidential Conveyancing and Corporate transactionsLitigation

Jamil Hussain

Consultant

Consultant Solicitor specialising in commercial property and corporate transactions, with over 5 years’ experience providing business-focused legal advice.

Commercial PropertyResidential Conveyancing and Corporate transactionsLitigation
Legal services background

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