Lauren Whittaker

Foreign Qualified Lawyer

Lauren qualified a solicitor and barrister in Western Australia in 2020 and joined BLJ in June 2024 as a Qualified Foreign Lawyer.

She graduated from Liverpool John Moores University in 2011 with a degree in Law & Criminal Justice. She also joined a Northwest Law firm working in their criminal department in 2011 and went on to complete the Graduate Diploma in Law at the College of Law in 2012.

In 2012, she moved to New York City where she spent a year working as a legal intern and completed her a Post Graduate Certificate in International Practice in 2013.

She returned to the UK and became police station accredited in 2015.

In 2016, she emigrated to Western Australia where she completed her LLB and Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice and being admitted as a lawyer in 2020. Whilst in Australia she spent 4 years working for criminal judges at the Supreme Court of Western Australia dealing with homicides and dangerous sexual offenders. She then went on to practice as a lawyer in criminal defence practice.

In 2022, she returned to the UK and has worked in the Regulatory teams at national firms dealing with health and safety matters, inquests, CQC investigations and mental health law.

In 2024, she decided to return to criminal practice.

Outside of work Lauren enjoys spending time with her friends and family, trips to the lakes, spending time with her dog and painting.

I could not fault Lily's advice and service during the process of buying a house. As a first time buyer, I had loads of questions, and Lily always got back to me promptly with clear explanations and responses. I also needed to complete within a certain timeframe, and they ensured that this happened and we were not held up at all. I'll definitely be recommending to family and friends.
Bella
Holly dealt with my recent case she was very approachable kind and professional kept me informed on a weekly and sometimes daily basis she went above and beyond to help me in what was a difficult time for me personally. I would highly recommend Holly and would definitely use her again if required.
Stephen
We had a great experience with Lily and Olivia and Bell Lamb and Joynson. It only took 2 months to complete on our house and despite me being a nervous wreck Lily was patient throughout the entire process.
Daniel
Brilliant work from Laura and her team always gets back to you straight away. Highly recommended.
Chris
Highly recommend. Quick and efficient process from start to finish and kept informed every step of the way. Thank you!
Lisa
Communication from the start was fantastic! Really reasonable on price too! Really impressed.
Sam
What can I say about Daren Jones, he was so understanding and helpful throughout my case from the start of my case and to the hearing was always on hand when I needed advice. Would definitely recommend Bell, Lamb & Joynson Solicitors.
Michael