Debenhams Ottaway is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachel Hyndman to Senior Associate and Natalie Lester to Associate Solicitor this month.
Rachel, a central member of the firm’s award-winning private client team joined the firm in 2006 as a trainee Solicitor and qualified in June 2008. Rachel has a very loyal client base in the Hertfordshire and London areas and advises on all aspects of Wills, probate, tax planning and estate administration and the firm is proud that Rachel is also a member of the Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and the Private Client Section of the Law Society.
Natalie who joined in November 2016 is a Family Solicitor in our highly successful Family team, she advises clients on all aspects of family law. Natalie is a highly regarded member of the team with particular experience in advising clients on divorce, separation, financial settlements and associated issues concerning children arrangements.
Debenhams Ottaway is very proud of the journeys that both Rachel and Natalie have taken at the firm and it demonstrates the commitment and support the firm gives to its employees.
Managing Partner Susan Glenholme comments, “We’re delighted to promote Rachel and Natalie, both are well known for their knowledge of the local market and their excellence in client service. We’re very pleased that the firm has continued to grow organically and develop its young lawyers. We take the development and training of our lawyers very seriously and ensure that we equip them with the commercial and technical skills to deliver first class advice and service to our clients”.
The contents of this article are intended for general information purposes only and shall not be deemed to be, or constitute legal advice. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss as a result of acts or omissions taken in respect of this article.
Related insights
Trusted expertise and client insight drive improved Chambers UK 2027 rankings
Debenhams Ottaway has achieved another strong set of results in Chambers UK 2027. The results follow our recent Legal 500 2027 success, where every ranking was maintained, and the Chambers…
Read moreDebenhams Ottaway celebrates continued success in The Legal 500 2027
Debenhams Ottaway has maintained its strong position in The Legal 500 2027 rankings, with team and individual rankings remaining consistent across the firm. The latest rankings continue to recognise the…
Read moreFamily mediation: helping separating couples move forward with confidence
When a relationship breaks down, the legal issues are often only one part of what people are dealing with. Divorce, separation, financial arrangements and decisions about children can all bring…
Read moreDebenhams Ottaway charity quiz raises £5,640 for The OLLIE Foundation
Debenhams Ottaway has raised £5,640 for suicide prevention and wellbeing charity The OLLIE Foundation after bringing local businesses together for a charity quiz night at St Michael’s Manor in St…
Read moreEmployment Rights Act 2025: key changes employers should prepare for
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is one of the biggest changes to UK employment law in a generation. Some changes are already in force, with further reforms being introduced throughout…
Read more