Faye Whitfield-Sykes

I am a Paralegal in the Private Client team. I advise clients on the importance of estate planning and prepare Wills and Powers of Attorney to help them plan for their future and get their affairs in order. When a client experiences a bereavement, I can also advise on probate and estate administration matters whether or not there is a Will. I have an entrenched passion for helping people and want to exercise this passion by providing a caring and sympathetic service when clients may feel vulnerable navigating the legal process.

I recognise that in my area of work, I may encounter vulnerable clients and I have therefore completed the Dementia Friends training so I can better understand and assist those living with dementia.

I graduated from Northumbria University in 2024 with a 1^st Class Law degree and  was placed on the Honour Roll every year for academic achievement. In my 3^rd year at Northumbria, I specialised in Family Law, electing to attend their Family Law modules as well as assisting with Family Law in the student Law office. I believe that experience gave me an in-depth understanding of the complexities that may arise within the family unit and how to provide support in a friendly and empathetic way.

In January 2024, I passed the first solicitor qualification exam and hope to complete the second one in the near future.