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Andrew Lawrie
Director C. F Inst. L. Ex.
Andrew's legal career began when he joined a small practice in Faversham in July 1973, having just left Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School. Andrew was admitted as a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives in 1991 and is a Chartered Legal Executive. Andrew specialises in all aspects of property work, including residential and commercial transactions and has particular knowledge in leasehold work and leasehold enfranchisement. Andrew joined Pocock’s in 2009, having worked in Central London and Greater London for many years, and locally prior to that time.
Angela Turnbull
Director LLB - Solicitor
Angela joined Pocock's in 2014 and is a senior family law practitioner having been admitted as a Solicitor in 1996 and offers clear, practical and comprehensive guidance, advice and legal representation at Court on a wide range of family matters including:
- Separation, Divorce and Matrimonial finances
- Children issues
- Cohabitation and relationship breakdown
Andria McGee
Conveyancing Paralegal
Andria (also known as AJ) has worked within the legal profession since 2003 and during that time has held various roles. Andria has built her knowledge and experience in all residential conveyancing matters and has worked in this area of law since 2014. Andria joined Pocock’s in 2021 as a Paralegal in our busy Conveyancing Department and works alongside Andrew.
Sarah Toms
Solicitor LLB
Sarah qualified as a Solicitor in 1998 and enjoyed advising in all aspects of family law until taking a career break in 2022. Having joined Pocock’s in 2024 she is enjoying a change in career specialising now in Wills and Estate administration. Sarah has an approachable style and is committed to providing clear legal advice focusing on the needs of her clients, while managing the often complex administration of Estates following bereavement. She is committed to providing up front, realistic advice in respect of legal costs and timescales. Having worked as a solicitor for over 25 years Sarah has extensive experience of advising clients at emotional times in their lives offering confident support in a personal caring way.
Lucy Thomas
Conveyancing Paralegal LLB ACILEX
Following successful completion of her Law Degree at the University of Kent, Lucy is studying to become a Chartered Legal Executive. Having joined Pocock’s in 2023 Lucy works in the conveyancing team alongside Andrew Lawrie, specialising in residential conveyancing. Lucy has a calm manner and a sharp attention to detail while guiding clients through the conveyancing process.
Sarah Salvatierra-Martinez
Legal Cashier
Legal Cashiers are frequently overlooked, but the accounts department is the “hub” of the office. Sarah has a Diploma from the Institute of Legal and Finance Management. Sarah is also qualified in British sign language.
Sarah joined Pocock's in 2008 and has also taken over the role of Office Manager.
Tracey Steinmetz
Legal Secretary
Tracey joined Pocock’s in 2018 as a secretary in the Private Client department. Tracey joined us from a Canterbury firm of solicitors, for whom she worked for 17 years, and has a wealth of experience in this area.
Emma Maling
Secretary
Emma is secretary to Andria McGee in the residential department. Emma is highly experienced and knowledgeable and offers vital support to Andria and Clients.
Anne Clark
Secretary LLB
Anne rejoined Pocock’s in 2025 as a secretary working with Andrew Lawrie in the commercial and residential property team. As an experienced secretary Anne provides vital support to Andrew’s clients.
Charlotte Rogers
Secretary Charlotte has a Law Degree
Charlotte is secretary to Angela Turnbull in the Family and Private Client department
Jackie Holman
Receptionist
Jackie is our receptionist and is highly experienced in this role