Apr 2013
Julie Watts has been appointed as an Associate Solicitor in the Family team of leading Surrey law firm Downs Solicitors LLP. She joins the firm from TWM Solicitors. Prior to this, Julie was with the niche matrimonial practice, Wheltons in Guildford prior to its merger with TWM in 2012.
Julie deals with the full range family law matters including cohabitation agreements, separation agreements, child issues and marriage breakdown and she is an experienced Collaborative lawyer.
Julie’s key strengths are her straightforward, practical and no-nonsense approach, as well as her ability to support her clients so that they are able to understand and take control of the process with a view to moving forward in a constructive manner.
Andrew Christmas, head of the Family Law team says: “We are delighted that Julie has joined Downs. Her appointment provides the team with a wealth of experience and expertise that will ensure we continue to provide a high quality service to our clients.”
As well as a trained Collaborative Lawyer, Julie is also a member of Resolution, a national association of family lawyers which promotes dealing with family problems in a non-confrontational way. They encourage solutions that consider the needs of the whole family - and in particular the best interests of children.
Julie said of her appointment “Dealing with the legal aspects of family problems requires not only a thorough knowledge of the law but a tactful and understanding approach. I am thrilled therefore to be part of the Family Law team at Downs as the firm has an excellent reputation for client care.”
