Our People

We bring talented people together to achieve exceptional outcomes for our clients.

Jon Coles
Partner
Jon Coles

Jon qualified as a solicitor in 1983, having obtained his law degree from Cardiff University. Jon is a highly experienced lawyer and having previously advised in a variety of legal area ...

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Jacqueline Drury
Partner
Jacqueline Drury

Jacqueline knows what businesses want from legal advice. She likes to use her legal toolkit as an enabler and to help mitigate excessive risk. Jacqueline spent the first 8 years of her ...

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Hayley Eachus
Partner
Hayley Eachus

“Hayley is a master problem solver and influencer of all parties, including the Court when required. She has made herself available to me for all my personal legal needs when I need her ...

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Emma Elkington
Partner
Emma Elkington

Prior to joining Phillips, Emma worked for a leading London law firm where she gained experience advising on a wide range of commercial property transactions. Emma was promoted to Legal ...

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Howard Gardener
Consultant
Howard Gardener

“An astute and excellent advocate” The Legal 500 Howard is a partner and founder of Phillips Law with 40 years’ experience as a Solicitor. For over 30 years he has also served as a Depu ...

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Jack Gardener
Partner
Jack Gardener

“One of the most impressive commercial lawyers I’ve seen. Jack understands that corporate standards are exact, and timescales are often tight; he delivers exactly what I need, on-time a ...

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Jacqueline Kendal
Partner
Jacqueline Kendal

“I cannot recommend Jacqueline Kendal and Phillips more strongly.  I had an….upsetting employment issue which Jacqueline helped me navigate. She was extremely approachable and friendly ...

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Max Hope
Partner
Max Hope

“Max Hope is very well respected. He is quick to solve issues and has an impressive in-depth knowledge of corporate litigation. He’s likeable, professional, and tenacious.” The Legal 50 ...

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Jonathan Pender
Consultant
Jonathan Pender

Jonathan was a founding member of Phillips Solicitors, when the firm was established in 1986. He qualified in law at Southampton University and, apart from some international travel, h ...

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PHILLIPS LAW ACTS ON THE GRANT OF THE NEW AA HEADQUARTERS AT PLANT, BASINGSTOKE
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New right to unpaid leave for carers
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Employment Update – January 2024
Employment Update – January 2024

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Phillips Law advise Nordic Design House on the acquisition of their first UK showroom in London

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