Sara has over 27 years of experience in Employment Law and qualified as a Lawyer in May 2009.

Sara is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association and is passionate about Employment Law.

Sara acts for both employers and employees, on contentious and non-contentious matters to provide simple straightforward and expert advice tailored to the clients’ needs on a wide range of employment related issues.

Sara acts for employers and her HR knowledge is extremely useful on advising on the lifecycle of the employee through contracts of employment and policies, disciplinaries, grievances, investigations and redundancy, negotiating and settling claims with a settlement agreement and defending claims against them in an Employment Tribunal.

Sara acts for employees, frequently giving advice on settlement agreements, ensuring that employees understand their rights and achieve the best outcome and compensation they are entitled to. She advises employees on disciplinary and grievances in the workplace and on bringing a claim against their employers. Sara understands that bringing a claim against an employer can be incredibly stressful and daunting experience for an employee and her warm and supportive approach is comforting for clients giving them confidence in the process and the steps involved.

Sara specialises in:

Outside of work Sara enjoys family time with her husband and two children and walking their dog Bailey. Sara is a keen runner.

Employment Team

Rosanna studied at the University of Leicester, where she completed her degree in Mass Communications. After deciding to pursue a career in marketing, she achieved her Professional Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing.

More recently, she has gained Professional Diplomas in Digital Marketing and Digital Planning and Strategy from the Digital Marketing Institute.

Rosanna’s extensive marketing experience includes:

In her spare time, Rosanna likes to spend time with her family and friends. She also enjoys running, travelling and reading crime thrillers.

William graduated with a 2:1 Law Degree from Leicester University. He subsequently joined Franklins in September 2016 as a paralegal within Scott Wright’s residential conveyancing team in the Northampton office.

Whilst working at Franklins, William has also undertaken the Legal Practice Course (LPC) on a part-time basis and was rewarded for his hard work in July 2019 achieving a distinction. William started his training contract with the Firm in July 2019 and qualified as a Solicitor in July 2021. He went on to establish his own Residential Conveyancing Department and was appointed an Associate Partner in April 2025.

Outside of work, William is a keen sports fan and big Liverpool FC supporter. He also enjoys spending time with friends and family.

Emma joined the Firm in 2005 and is responsible for managing the Compliance and Administration team ensuring that the Firm meets its compliance obligations.

Emma works closely with the Managing Partner, Simon Long, to ensure that the firm complies with both statutory and regulatory requirements and maintains the Firms Quality Standards. Emma enjoys considering current systems to implement a structured, streamlined and efficient working method. Emma is also the Deputy MLRO, DP Administrator for the Northampton office and HR responsible.

Outside the office Emma enjoys spending time with her family, travelling and generally being active.

Simon joined Franklins in 2003 and is responsible for identifying and developing the software requirements of the firm.

Understanding each department’s procedures to develop efficiencies using the software development life cycle which ultimately supply our clients with the best level of service.

When Denise originally joined the Practice as an Office Junior in 1985 she had dreams of one day standing up in Court shouting “Objection your Honour”!  However she soon realised that the reality of Advocacy wasn’t much like L A Law and she quickly shifted her focus to Conveyancing.  Over the years Denise’s in house training and studies with the Institute of Legal Executives have given her an enviable wealth of experience and knowledge to make her an expert in her field.  Denise feels that she provides a very Client focused service which never forgets that the Conveyancing “process” involves real people moving house.

Outside of the office Denise enjoys spending her time with her family.  She is very fortunate that her daughter is an avid music fan and they often attend concerts together.

Kathryn became part of Franklins Solicitors LLP’s Private Client team in 2013.

Kathryn acts in the administration of Estates when someone has passed away, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, dealing with the Court of Protection applications for Deputies, Inheritance Tax planning and Trusts.

Kathryn feels that when acting for clients who have recently lost a family member or loved one, friendliness and approachability are crucial. These are qualities that Kathryn truly excels in and she enjoys providing a complete service to clients leaving them safe in the knowledge that their matter is being dealt with professionally and efficiently.

The type of clients Kathryn works for varies between business owners seeking advice regarding Estate Planning and dealing with shareholdings in a tax efficient manner upon their deaths, to families preparing Wills to provide for loved ones.

Kathryn has studied hard and has obtained her STEP qualification which is a mark of excellence for solicitors bestowed by The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.

Having all of her clients’ wider interests at heart, Kathryn naturally deals regularly with their Accountants and Independent Financial Advisors to ensure they receive the best possible advice which is tailored to suit their circumstances and needs.

Within the Franklins team Kathryn also works closely with my colleagues in the Property department, particularly in relation to residential declarations of Trust. When acting for clients with business interests it’s also vital that Kathryn aligns with her Corporate colleagues to ensure that her clients’ Wills compliment their Shareholders Agreements.

In her spare time Kathryn enjoys walking and visiting family and friends.

 

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Northampton

Natasha joined Franklins in June 2015 after attaining a first class degree in Law from Canterbury Christ Church University and completing her Legal Practice Course at BPP, Cambridge. Natasha joined as a Paralegal in the Corporate department and started her Training Contract in July 2016. After completing seats in Corporate, Private Client and Commercial Property, Natasha qualified into the Private Client Department as a Solicitor in March 2018.

Natasha advises her clients on a wide range of Private Client matters including Wills, Inheritance Tax Planning, Lasting Power of Attorneys and Administration of Estates. Natasha also works closely with the Property department, particularly in relation to advising and preparing Residential Declarations of Trust. Aside from the regular areas of Private Client, Natasha has a particular interest in elderly client practice which involves assisting with Court of Protection applications, undertaking Deputyship management and advising on Care Home contracts. 

Natasha has completed her STEP Qualification and is a full STEP member.

Outside of work, Natasha enjoys travelling to fulfil her interest in scuba diving and obtained her PADI diving license in 2009. Natasha also has a keen interest in cycling and enjoys taking long walks with her two miniature Dachshunds, Logan and Noodle.

Jo is an Associate Partner in the Bespoke and Commercial Property team having qualified with the firm in 2003.

Jo deals with a wide range of bespoke and commercial property matters which include:

Jo acts for a variety of clients from large property developers setting up new leasehold development schemes to small owner-managed businesses either looking to buy or sell their premises or to assign, surrender or extend their premises leases.  Jo prides herself on her efficient and pragmatic approach and she has a high degree of commercial awareness which is essential for any type of commercial or bespoke property transaction.  Jo is proud to act for a significant number of returning clients each year.

Away from the office Jo enjoys travelling the world and is aiming to have completed her Scratchable World Map before she retires!  Jo is also an active member of the Northampton Musical Theatre Company.

 

 

Christopher is a Commercial Services Solicitor and Associate Partner at Franklins Solicitors LLP specialising in insolvency, contracts, dispute resolution and intellectual property.  He joined Franklins in September 2005 having attended and graduated from The University of Reading and The College of Law in Guildford.  Upon completing his 2 year Training Contract with the firm he remained with the practice upon his qualification as a Solicitor in September 2007 and became an Associate Partner in January 2012.  Having gone through this journey, he is involved in the recruitment and mentoring of our future legal stars, including our Trainee Solicitors.

Within his role Christopher has amassed the following expertise and work profile:

Notable cases include successfully defending an appeal to the High Court regarding a County Court’s decision to refrain from setting aside a statutory demand and obtaining a £7.5 million settlement from directors in respect of a misfeasance claim.

Principal areas of speciality include acting for clients in the information technology, manufacturing and recruitment sectors.

Principal areas of speciality include breach of contract cases as well as indemnity and compensation cases under the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993.

Principal areas of speciality include advising upon trademarks, copyright, passing off actions, confidential information and domain name abuse.

Clients regularly praise Christopher’s attention to detail and conscientious approach.

Whichever area Christopher is working in at any given time, his focus is always on providing a high level and cost effective service to clients whilst, at the same time, striving to maintain a down-to-earth and pragmatic approach.

Outside of work, Christopher has two children and is a keen MK Lightning ice hockey and music fan.