Spotlight on Conveyancing
Get to know our property team…
Laura Everitt
Laura has been qualified as a Solicitor for over 7 years now and joined the firm in July 2016.
Laura specialises in dealing with property and trust work. When Laura is not at work she is a busy mum of two small children and a chocolate Labrador.
Jemma Wixted
Jemma is a qualified Associate Legal Executive CILEx) and joined the firm in January 2017.
Jemma has worked in Conveyancing for the past 10 years. Jemma’s spare time is currently being spent planning her “big day” and supporting a local youth organisation, the Sea Cadets.
10 quick Q’s with Laura & Jemma…
The best thing about my job is:
Laura – When we Exchange and Complete on a client’s matter. I know moving house is stressful but it’s also very exciting. I try to make the process as stress free as possible; keeping clients up-to-date and proactively working on matters with a pragmatic approach.
Jemma – Breaking the news to a client that they have completed their house purchase.
My favourite thing about working at OM&M is:
Laura – The people I work with are fantastic. We also have a manageable caseload which means you can dedicate your time to client matters when you need to and really do a proper job for clients which in return makes me feel like I have done the best possible job for the clients.
Jemma – Everyone is lovely.
Three words I would use to describe my role are:
Laura – Varied, fast-paced and enjoyable.
Jemma – Rewarding, challenging and technical.
When not in the office, you can usually find me:
Laura – Singing and dancing with the kids!
Jemma – Shopping!
My first ever job was:
Laura – At a local convenience store.
Jemma – A Saturday job at the dry cleaners whilst at school.
Three things I would struggle to live without are:
Laura – I am guessing my husband, kids and dog don’t count? If not I am going to say chocolate, wine and my phone
Jemma – Chocolate, holidays and WIFI!
One unusual talent I have is:
Laura – I can ring church bells
Jemma – I can juggle
One thing you may not know about me is:
Laura – In May this year I ran my first (and last) marathon
Jemma – I am an only child
My favourite food is:
Laura – Chocolate
Jemma – Lasagne (with lots of cheese)
My favourite book is:
Laura – To kill a mockingbird
Jemma – The Rosie Project
