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Bournemouth-based law firm celebrates qualification of six new solicitors

By Sam Pither editor@dorsetbiznews.co.uk

Published: September 6, 2024 | Updated: 6th September 2024

Lester Aldridge is celebrating the success of six trainee solicitors who have completed their two-year training contracts and are now fully qualified. The firm proudly welcomes Alice Robertson, Chanjot Sandhi, Chengcheng Zheng, George Robinson, Grace Long, and Megan Martin as the latest additions to their expert team.

Each solicitor will bring their expertise to different departments within the firm:

  • Alice Robertson joins the Family team, focusing on divorce, financial claims, and matters involving children, alongside pre- and post-nuptial agreements.
  • Chanjot Sandhi will be advising in the Corporate, Commercial & Charities team, specialising in corporate matters for businesses and not-for-profit organisations, covering areas like mergers, governance, and finance.
  • Chengcheng Zheng steps into the Dispute Resolution team, where she will handle disputes for clients ranging from individuals to large corporations.
  • George Robinson joins the Real Estate team, advising on property transactions and landlord-tenant matters.
  • Grace Long takes her place in the Litigation & Recoveries team, managing contentious asset finance and consumer credit issues for finance companies and lenders.
  • Megan Martin will focus on international probate within the International Private Client team, supporting clients with cross-border estates and international wills.

Mark Benham, partner and head of real estate, shared his enthusiasm for their achievements: “We are thrilled to congratulate Alice, Chanjot, Chengcheng, George, Grace, and Megan on their qualification. Their dedication and expertise will undoubtedly contribute to our firm’s continued success and expansion. We look forward to seeing them thrive as integral members of their teams.”

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