Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.5.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Dunn & Baker ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/news/) - At Dunn & Baker Solicitors we value legal based news and community news, ensuring we can connect with our community while also helping them to understand the legal side. - [Upward-Only Rent Reviews](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2026/05/11/upward-only-rent-reviews/) - Upwards-only rent review clauses are commonly found in commercial leases across England and Wales. In effect these clauses provide that, at agreed intervals during the term of a lease, the payable rent can increase or remain the same but cannot decrease, even if open market rental values have declined. However, with the English Devolution and - [Inheritance Tax Planning: Get The Most Out Of Your Allowances](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2026/03/24/inheritance-tax-planning-get-the-most-out-of-your-allowances/) - As we are coming towards the end of the financial year, tax is in the forefront of our minds, do you know if inheritance will be payable on your death? It is forecast that inheritance tax alone will generate £8.7 billion of revenue in 2025 to 2026. There are several steps you can take in - [An Overview of Stamp Duty Land Tax and the Significance of the Raj Sehgal v Revenue and Customs Commissioners Decision](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2026/02/06/an-overview-of-stamp-duty-land-tax-and-the-significance-of-the-sehgal-v-hmrc-decision/) - Although it is often viewed as a relatively straightforward charge, SDLT can give rise to complexity in practice, particularly where a transaction involves more than the purchase of a single dwelling. Stamp Duty Land Tax: An Overview Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax payable on the acquisition of land and property in England - [New Year, New Relationship? What Measures Can Couples Cohabiting In 2026 Take To Protect Themselves?](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/12/16/cohabiting-2026/) - As the marriage rate continues to decline, more people are choosing to cohabit. Cohabitees are couples who live together without being married or in a civil partnership. What are the differences between married and unmarried couples upon separation? Cohabiting couples do not have the same rights as married couples, in the event of separation. Many - [Good Divorce Week 2025](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/11/14/good-divorce-week-2025/) - The Good Divorce Week 2025 is taking place during the week commencing 10 November 2025, and it is a chance to highlight how separating couples can find a better, more constructive and dignified way apart. The family courts system is overwhelmed, and whilst many cases unfortunately go to court families do not always need to - [Renters Rights](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/11/10/renters-rights/) - The Renters Rights’ bill 2025 is anticipated to overhaul the private rental sector in England. While the changes apply only in England, landlords with property in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland may still find it useful to understand the direction of government housing reform. According to Shelter England, the Bill is expected to become law - [Supporting ELF: 20km Dartmoor Hike](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/10/31/supporting-elf-20km-dartmoor-hike/) - We are thrilled to share that our sponsored 20km hike on Sunday 28th September was a huge success! The team took on the challenge by hiking across the stunning Dartmoor landscape in support of Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF). ELF is a charity that provides support to patients who attend the Haematology Centre for blood cancer - [Welcome Richard Glanville](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/06/11/welcome-richard-glanville/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are delighted to welcome Richard Glanville who has recently joined the Cullompton office. Richard joined the Residential Conveyancing Department as an Associate Solicitor in April 2025, supporting clients from our Cullompton Office. Richard undertook a History degree at the University of Lancaster before completing his law exams at the University of Worcester - [Important Update: Legal Aid Agency Data Breach – What You Need to Know](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/06/06/legal-aid-agency-data-breach/) - At Dunn & Baker Solicitors, we take the privacy and security of our clients’ information very seriously. We are aware of the recent cyber-attack affecting the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), and while this incident was entirely outside our control, we want to ensure our clients are informed, supported, and protected. What Happened? On 23rd April - [Lewis Taylor: Running for FORCE](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/05/21/running-at-full-force/) - On Sunday 25th May 2025, Lewis Taylor will be taking part in The Great West Run in aid of the FORCE Cancer Charity. Dunn & Baker Solicitors are delighted to be supporting Lewis in this brilliant event for such a thoughtful cause. THE RUN The Great West Run takes place annually across Exeter, starting at - [Action on Stroke Month](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/05/19/action-on-stroke-month/) - May marks Action on Stroke month and our Medical Negligence team have written an article highlighting information on strokes and their experience in dealing with tragic cases involving the mismanagement and misdiagnosis of strokes. A stroke is a serious life-threatening medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to a specific part of the - [Meningitis Awareness Week](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/05/06/meningitis-awareness-week/) - The week commencing May 5th marks Meningitis Awareness Week and our Medical Negligence team wanted to explain a little bit about meningitis to raise awareness of this infection which can have catastrophic consequences. Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges). It is more common in - [What is the Renters' Rights Bill?](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/05/05/what-is-the-renters-rights-bill/) - The Renters (Reform) Bill failed to pass into law before the general election and so the current Labour Government has introduced a new bill, The Renters’ Rights Bill, which is still in progress and not yet law. The Renters’ Rights Bill aims to reform the rental market including the removal of “No Fault” evictions and - [Bowel Cancer Awareness Month](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/04/01/bowel-cancer-awareness-month/) - Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers. Statistics provided by Cancer Research UK shows that bowel cancer is the 3rd most common cancer in both men and women and is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in England. Bowel cancer resulted in an average of 44,063 deaths a year between 2017 - [Financial Remedies Reform](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/03/03/financial-remedies-reform/) - Divorce is arguably one of the most stressful processes that is undertaken in someone’s life. When you marry you have the intention of being with one another for life, but sadly, this is not always the case. Divorce is commonplace in our society with the strains of life impacting upon the journey and experience of - [Business Admin Assistant](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/02/26/business-co-ordinator/) - We currently have a vacancy for a Business Admin Assistant to join the business administration department within our Exeter office on a full time basis. This is not a legal secretarial role it is a non-legal support role. Details Job type: Support Location: Exeter Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive Hours: 36.25 per week (full time) - [The SDLT Rules Are Changing](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/02/17/the-sdlt-rules-are-changing/) - From 1 April 2025, the Stand Duty Land Tax (SDLT) Rules are changing and we would like to ensure our clients are aware of the new rates and the likely increase in tax payable. The current rates (resulting in you owning one property and not being a first time buyer) are: Property or lease - [EPCs in Commercial Property](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/02/10/epcs-in-commercial-property/) - For some years the UK has recognised the need for modern properties to become more sustainable. Since 2008 property for sale and to let have been required to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). This tells people how energy efficient the property is. In 2018, the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) Regulations required commercial properties - [World Cancer Day: Supporting Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF)](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/02/04/world-cancer-day-supporting-exeter-leukaemia-fund/) - In honour of World Cancer Day 2025, Dunn & Baker Solicitors would like to shed light on a local charity that is very important to the Exeter, and Devon, community, Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF). WHO IS ELF? Over 3,000 people are diagnosed with Leukaemia in the South West each year. Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF) is - [Trainee Solicitor (SQE Route) - Private Client](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/01/28/trainee-solicitor-sqe-route-private-client/) - We are currently looking to recruit a Apprentice solicitor for qualification into the Private Client Department via the SQE route. This position would suit someone already working in Private Client within a legal practice who needs to undertake the legal training segment to qualify as a solicitor. Job type: Solicitor Apprenticeship Location: Exeter Type: 2 - [Trainee Solicitor (SQE Route) - Residential Property](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/01/28/trainee-solicitor-sqe-route-residential-property/) - We are currently looking to recruit a Apprentice solicitor for qualification into the Residential Property Department via the SQE route. This position would suit a recent graduate or possibly someone already working within a Conveyancing setting in legal practice. Job type: Solicitor Apprenticeship Location: Exeter Type: 2 year fixed term Salary: Competitive / Negotiable Hours: - [Cameras, Doorbells, and Good Neighbours](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/01/06/cameras-doorbells-and-good-neighbours/) - Cameras and CCTV have been part of life in England for a couple of decades now. Workplaces, city centres, in shops, and on the roads, there are cameras recording what you are doing and where you are going. - [Dan Pollard: Pushing to Raise Money for Cancer Research UK](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/01/24/dan-pollard-pushing-to-raise-money-for-cancer-research-uk/) - Throughout January 2025, Dan Pollard is undertaking the 100 Push-Ups a Day Challenge to help raise money for Cancer Research UK. - [Dunn & Baker Solicitors Christmas Do 2024](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2025/01/10/dunn-baker-solicitors-christmas-do-2024/) - At Dunn & Baker Solicitors we celebrated Christmas early in December 2024 by attending the Exeter Golf and Country Club for a meal, chat and some festive cheer with our colleagues across both offices. - [Dunn & Baker Solicitors Cullompton Agents Do 2024](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/12/16/dunn-and-baker-solicitors-cullompton-agents-do-2024/) - A fantastic evening spent at the Walronds, Cullompton celebrating the work of both local business agents and our team. - [Dunn & Baker Solicitors Christmas Jumper Day 2024](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/12/12/dunn-baker-solicitors-christmas-jumper-day-2024/) - On Thursday 12th December 2024, we took part in some festive fun by wearing Christmas jumpers to work! - [Welcome Shelley Wreyford and Susan Ellingham](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/11/20/welcome-shelley-wreyford-and-susan-ellingham/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are delighted to welcome Shelley Wreyford and Susan Ellingham who have recently joined the Exeter and Cullompton offices. Shelley joined the Property Department as a Property Executive in October 2024, supporting clients from our Cullompton Office. After completing a Business Management degree at the University of Exeter, Shelley went on to obtain a national diploma - [Welcome Bethan Napper and Lewis Taylor](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/11/19/welcome-bethan-napper-and-lewis-taylor/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are pleased to welcome Bethan Napper and Lewis Taylor who have recently joined the team. Bethan joined our Cullompton office as a Private Client Solicitor, after qualifying from her training contract in Cardiff in 2023. Bethan assists with Lasting Power of Attorneys, Wills and Estate administration. She is happy to undertake - [Budget Announcements - How Could This Affect You?](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/10/31/budget-announcements-how-could-this-affect-you/) - Labour has just revealed its first budget in 14 years. Everyone was expecting some major changes to the tax system, and we have brought together the headline changes that could affect you. Please note that this list is not an exhaustive list, nor does it constitute financial advice. If you have any concerns, please speak - [Poor Maternity Care Highlighted In Report](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/11/04/poor-maternity-care-highlighted-in-report/) - The Care Quality Commission have released a report revealing failings with maternity care nationwide. In 2020 investigations into maternity units in Shrewsbury and Telford and East Kent found that negligent care had resulted in the death and severe injury of newborns. A newer report from the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust - [Why You Should Consider Creating An LPA](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/10/28/why-you-should-consider-creating-an-lpa/) - A Lasting Power of Attorney is an important legal document that sadly, many people do not think to put in place until it may be too late. Here are a few reasons why a Lasting Power of Attorney is such a crucial legal document and why we recommend creating one to help protect you and - [Changes To Planning And Building Regulations](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/10/21/changes-to-planning-and-building-regulations/) - Further to recent changes in the Law, we at Dunn and Baker wanted to highlight some recent changes to Planning and Building Regulations to spread awareness to our current and prospective clients. Below are some of the key changes that might affect your property transactions: Changes to Planning Enforcement – The Levelling Up and Regeneration - [5 Reasons To Create Your Will Today](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/10/14/5-reasons-to-create-your-will-today/) - Did you know that over half of UK adults (51%) have not made a Will? Wills are something that many of us put off until it’s too late, which could leave loved ones unprotected if you die unexpectedly. So why is it so important to make a Will? Let’s dive into the 5 biggest reasons - [Accidents at Work](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2024/09/01/accidents-at-work/) - Did you know the Health and Safety Executive report shows that in the UK, during the 2022/2023 period, more than 60,645 injuries were reported to employers through Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) Accidents at work are very common and can happen to anyone. All employers in the UK have a duty - [Exeter College - Law Student's Q&A](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2020/03/16/exeter-college-law-students-qa/) - Dunn and Baker were delighted to be invited to attend a Question & Answer session with A-level Law students from Exeter College. Trainee Solicitors Harry Coombe and Chris Willows (pictured centre left and centre right respectively) met with students on 14th February 2020. The morning involved a Q&A with students before a longer - [The Importance of Writing a Will](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/01/18/the-importance-of-writing-a-will/) - Writing a Will can be a daunting prospect and is often put to one side as it raises difficult thought processes and scenarios. Those ‘What if?’ questions that we would all rather not answer can sometimes be enough to put you off writing a Will. If you need a little nudge towards writing a Will, - [The Impact of Coronavirus on Commercial and Residential Leases](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/02/08/the-impact-of-coronavirus-on-commercial-and-residential-leases/) - The recently assented Coronavirus Act 2020 (“CA”), which came into force on the 26th March 2020, affords extra protection to tenants of both residential and commercial leases under Sections 81 and 82 CA respectively. Under the S.82 CA, landlords are now prohibited from forfeiting a lease where the tenant falls into rent arrears during the - [Covid-19 and the Housing Market](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/05/10/covid-19-and-the-housing-market/) - Covid-19 has had quite an impact on many aspects of day-to-day life, including the housing market. This time last year, the property market faltered as many people were not allowed to physically complete their move. Once the regulations were eased, the property market quickly regained momentum. Following this, on the 8th July 2020, the first - [Covid-19 and the Delay in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/05/24/covid-19-and-the-delay-in-cancer-diagnosis-and-treatment/) - The impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on hospital wait times has been widely reported in the media for several months. There is growing concern regarding cancer diagnosis and treatment. Cancer, irrespective of type, is a disease which is more manageable when diagnosed early. A late diagnosis vastly increases the chance of mortality. It has been - [Later-Life Divorce](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/06/14/later-life-divorce/) - It is becoming increasingly common for parties to separate and divorce in later life. This is also known as the “grey divorce”. There are many reasons for this: people living longer, empty nest syndrome or retirement triggering one party’s wish to undergo a life transformation. Whatever the reason for the separation, what should the parties - [Welcome Peter Gaywood and Katie Bennett](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/06/22/welcome-peter-gaywood-and-katie-bennett/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are pleased to announce the arrivals of Peter Gaywood and Katie Bennett to their team. Peter Gaywood started in the Exeter office on Wednesday 26th May as an Associate and Chartered Legal Executive within the Residential Property Department. Having started in the legal sector in 1988, Peter became a Fellow of - [Lasting Powers of Attorney - Top 5 Common Misconceptions](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/07/12/lasting-powers-of-attorney-top-5-common-misconceptions/) - Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA’s) are often overlooked as tomorrow’s problem, which is understandable as they may never be required. Just like an insurance policy, you’d hope you never need to use it but what if the worst happens and you do? If you’ve got any doubts about having an LPA set up, here are - [Social Media and Relationship Breakdowns](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/08/16/social-media-and-relationship-breakdowns/) - Social media is now a part of everyday life for many people. However, it can lead to issues for parties when a relationship breakdown occurs. Remember, social media is not private and it is not a diary. For the most part, any comments that you make can be seen by all your followers and could - [Welcome to Alex Penwell, Amy Fletcher, and Alex Conway](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/09/07/welcome-to-alex-penwell-amy-fletcher-and-alex-conway/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors would like to welcome the arrival of Alex Penwell, Amy Fletcher, and Alex Conway to the Exeter team. Alex Penwell started in the Exeter office on Monday 2nd August as a Paralegal, assisting in the Conveyancing Department. Alex will commence his Training Contract with Dunn & Baker Solicitors in September 2021 - [Road Traffic Accident Claims – The 2021 Whiplash Reforms](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/09/20/road-traffic-accident-claims-the-2021-whiplash-reforms/) - As of the end of May 2021, there has been a reform of legislation in relation to claiming for whiplash injuries arising from a Road Traffic Accident. These reforms have had a significant effect on what a Claimant can recover in a claim for whiplash injuries. Prior to these reforms, a Personal Injury Claim arising - [A Warm Welcome to Fleur Bullivant](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/09/26/a-warm-welcome-to-fleur-bullivant/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are pleased to welcome the arrival of Fleur Bullivant into the Family Department. Based in Exeter, Fleur is a full-time Paralegal and will be assisting predominantly with legal aid matters, with a focus on child-related matters. After a year of studying Classics & English at the University of Exeter, Fleur transferred - [A Brief Overview for First Time Buyers](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/10/11/a-brief-overview-for-first-time-buyers/) - Purchasing a property is a very exciting time but it can be a rather daunting experience for anyone who is not familiar with the conveyancing steps involved. We hope this guide will help make the process clearer and provide some guidance for the upcoming journey. Finding a Solicitor When choosing a firm of solicitors, we - [Property Fraud](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/11/15/property-fraud/) - As per the Nation Crime Agency’s ‘Strategic Assessment of Serious and Organised Crime’, which was released in May of this year, fraud remains the most common type of crime in England and Wales. It is estimated that in 2020 alone, the cost of this type of crime in the UK was over £3 billion, affecting - [Family Law FAQ’s and Common Misconceptions](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2021/12/13/family-law-faqs-and-common-misconceptions/) - Family Law is a complex area of law and, often, similar questions are asked relating to common misconceptions. Below are some of the more frequently asked questions and assumptions, and an insight into the law behind them. If you would like to speak to a member of the Family Team for further information or specific - [Pensions on Divorce](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/01/17/pensions-on-divorce/) - A pension is just like any other asset and can be divided between spouses in a financial settlement following a divorce. There are several ways in which a pension could be dealt with on a divorce: A Pension Sharing Order is an order which divides a pension into two; a portion of the member’s pension - [Welcome to Amber Williams](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/01/19/welcome-to-amber-williams/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are pleased to welcome the arrival of Amber Williams into Private Client Department. Based in our Exeter branch, Amber is a full time Paralegal within the Private Client Department and will be assisting with Wills, Probates and Power of Attorney. She is studying to become a Chartered Legal Executive and is - [Dunn & Baker Solicitors Working in Partnership with Exeter Leukaemia Fund](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/01/27/dunn-baker-solicitors-working-in-partnership-with-exeter-leukaemia-fund/) - We are excited to announce that we are now working in partnership with local charity, ELF (Exeter Leukaemia Fund). Dan Pollard, Partner and Solicitor in our Private Client Department, has personal experience of how an illness like Leukaemia can affect a family and what amazing support a charity like ELF can provide. It is with - [Apprenticeships in Law](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/02/14/apprenticeships-in-law/) - Written by Amber Williams, Paralegal. "I was always the girl in school who wanted to go into Law and I don’t ever recall having another career in mind. However, the plan was always to get my legal qualification via the traditional route, that being getting a law degree from University. Having always been a - [No Fault Divorce](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/03/20/no-fault-divorce/) - The new “no fault divorce” is due to start on the 6 April 2022. Prior to this, divorces have only been issued on the current ground of an irretrievably breakdown of a marriage, relying on one of the five facts; adultery, unreasonable behaviour, separation of 2 years with consent, separation of 5 years, or desertion. - [Welcome to Gemma Clarke, Sandra Mortimer, Emily Rickett, and Ellie Huntley](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/06/08/welcome-to-gemma-clarke-sandra-mortimer-emily-rickett-and-ellie-huntley/) - We are delighted to announce the arrivals of Gemma Clarke, Sandra Mortimer, Emily Rickett, and Ellie Huntley to Dunn & Baker Solicitors. Based in the Cullompton office, Gemma joined our Family Department as a Family Law Executive on 12 April 2022. With over 10 years of experience specialising in Family Law, Gemma is currently completing - [Child Arrangements Orders](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/06/13/child-arrangements-orders/) - A Child Arrangements Order determines where a child or children should live and what time they should spend with the parent who they do not live with. What do you need to know if an application to the court is made? An application should only be made if it has not been possible to agreement - [Sepsis Awareness Month - Raising Awareness of ‘The Silent Killer'](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/09/22/sepsis-awareness-month-raising-awareness-of-the-silent-killer/) - World Sepsis Day is held on the 13th September each year and September is Sepsis Awareness Month. Both events are designed to raise awareness of the fact that sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition. Sepsis arises when the body over-responds to a pre-existing infection by attacking its own tissues and organs. Many people can experience - [Cohabitation and Children](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/09/26/cohabitation-and-children/) - There is a common misconception that if you live with someone that you are automatically in a common law marriage. That is untrue. If you are not married or in a civil partnership, you likely have less rights than you may think if you should separate from your partner. This is the case even if you - [Nottingham University NHS Trust - Inquiry into Maternity Failings has Commenced](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/10/03/nottingham-university-nhs-trust-inquiry-into-maternity-failings-has-commenced/) - On 1st September 2022, an inquiry into the treatment of mothers and babies under the care of maternity units at Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust commenced following a number of injuries and deaths of mothers and babies at both Queen’s Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital. This included Wynter Sophia Andrews who died in 2019, - [Welcome to Kim Stoneman](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/10/12/welcome-to-kim-stoneman/) - We are delighted to announce the arrival of Kim Stoneman who joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors on 5th July 2022. Having started his legal career at Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 1984, Kim has rejoined the Residential Property Department as a Property Executive. With 38 years of legal experience, Kim has a diverse background in - [Welcome to our New Paralegal Team Members](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/10/14/welcome-to-our-new-paralegal-team-members/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors would like to offer a warm welcome to Emily Wright, Emma Tyrer, Zoe Lawden, and Katie Brimble, all of whom have recently joined the team. Emily joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors Medical Negligence Department as a full time paralegal in July 2022. Having studied Law at the University of Durham and - [Ambulance Delays - Are They Endangering Patients’ Lives?](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/10/17/ambulance-delays-are-they-endangering-patients-lives/) - The South West of England is currently being hit hard with ambulance delays, notably delays in the time taken for ambulances to arrive to patients in emergency circumstances and the time it takes ambulances to hand over patients to accident and emergency departments at hospitals, which results in ambulances being unable to respond to other - [East Kent Hospitals: Years of Repeated Maternity Failings Uncovered](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/10/24/east-kent-hospitals-years-of-repeated-maternity-failings-uncovered/) - A damning report into the maternity failings of two hospitals run by East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust was published on 19th October 2022 after an independent investigation was conducted into the maternity care given by the Trust between 2009 and 2020. Concerns over maternity services provided by the Trust were prompted by the - [Dunn & Baker Solicitors Supporting Exeter Leukaemia Fund](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/11/10/dunn-baker-solicitors-supporting-exeter-leukaemia-fund/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are proud to be supporting Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF) once more this year by helping to donate towards the Big ELF Corporate Sweepstake 2022. Donations made by local firms will help ELF’s current emergency appeal to fund a frontline support worker for blood cancer patients in Devon. The Patient Support Coordinator - [Pre-Marital and Post-Marital Agreements](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2022/12/19/pre-marital-and-post-marital-agreements/) - A Pre-Marital Agreement is a contract between yourself and your future spouse or civil partner. The purpose of the document is to record your position and intentions prior to entering into the marriage/civil partnership. It is can be important to have one if either person has inherited assets or you wish to protect a child’s - [NHS GP Fast-Track Cancer Testing](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2023/01/02/nhs-gp-fast-track-cancer-testing/) - New NHS GP fast-track cancer testing could speed up thousands of cancer diagnoses. In November 2022, a national roll-out of fast-track cancer testing was introduced giving all GPs in England the authority to directly refer patients with potential cancer symptoms for diagnostic tests without them having to be referred to a specialist first. GPs can - [Property Fraud](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2023/02/06/property-fraud-2/) - The biggest type of crime in the UK is fraud. In the year ending June 2022, there were 3.8 million cases of fraud, with police recording that fraud had increased by 11% compared to the year before. The most common type of property fraud is title fraud or impersonation. Title fraud is where a criminal - [Katie Bennett's Skipping Challenge for Cancer Research](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/2023/02/14/katie-bennetts-skipping-challenge-for-cancer-research/) - Dunn & Baker Solicitors are delighted to be supporting our very own Katie Bennett in her Skipping Challenge for Cancer Research Every day during the month of February, Katie will be completing 100 skips and raising money towards this worthy cause. 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TRAINING Graduating from the University of Bristol in 2024 with an Honours - [Ava Andrews](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/ava-andrews/) - INTRODUCTION Ava joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in September 2025 as a Paralegal in the Residential Property Department, where she supports the team on a range of conveyancing matters. In March 2026, she will begin her Training Contract with the firm, thus progressing to the role of a Trainee Solicitor. TRAINING Ava completed her LLB - [Jessica Hall](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/jessica-hall/) - INTRODUCTION Jessica's legal career began in 2019 at a national law firm. In January 2026, Jessica joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors as a Paralegal and has since progressed to becoming a Trainee Solicitor within the firms Private Client Department. TRAINING In September 2025, Jessica graduated from The Open University achieving a First-Class Honours in Bachelor - [Sarah Bissett](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/sarah-bissett/) - INTRODUCTION Sarah began her legal career as a secretary in the mid 2000s and progressed through the ranks, becoming full-time lawyer in 2020. She joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in April 2026 as a Property Executive, working predominantly in Residential Conveyancing and land transactions. TRAINING Sarah obtained a CILEX Paralegal qualification in 2021 and is - [Clare Handley](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/clare-handley/) - INTRODUCTION Clare joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in late 2015, having begun her career within the legal profession in 2004. She relocated to the South West, near to Cullompton, in 2012 and has since established various contacts throughout the industry within the Taunton and Exeter areas. Clare became a Partner at Dunn & Baker Solicitors - [Martin Justice](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/martin-justice/) - INTRODUCTION In March 2024, Martin joined the Dunn & Baker Private Client Department as an Associate Solicitor. He was promoted to Head of Private Client in April 2025. Martin has over 24 years’ experience as a Private Client Lawyer, having qualified with a firm in the Home Counties in 2000. He has been practicing in - [Chris Whittle](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/chris-whittle/) - INTRODUCTION Chris is a Consultant Solicitor with Dunn & Baker Solicitors and is responsible for running the firm’s Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence Department. He has specialised in this area of law since qualifying as a solicitor in 2001. TRAINING Chris completed a degree in Business & Law, at what is now Solent University in - [Emily Snow](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/emily-snow/) - INTRODUCTION Emily joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in July 2023 and is currently undertaking a Paralegal Apprenticeship. Her legal career began in 2023 when she started working at Dunn & Baker Solicitors as a legal secretary in the Personal Injury Department before moving across to the Private Client Department. TRAINING Emily began her Paralegal Apprenticeship - [Tim Weatherhogg](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/tim-weatherhogg/) - INTRODUCTION Tim began his legal career working at a firm of Solicitors in Bude, before moving to Plymouth in 1989 and joining Dunn & Baker Solicitors in October 1991. He now boasts over 35 years of legal experience in family-related matters. TRAINING Having first started in the legal sector in 1987, Tim qualified as a - [James Waite](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/james-waite/) - INTRODUCTION James joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in July 2024 as a paralegal in the Family Department in our Exeter office. As of February 2025, James started his SQE and is now an Apprentice Solicitor. TRAINING James graduated from the University of Exeter in 2024 with an LLB Law Bachelors. During his studies, James worked - [Dan Pollard](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/dan-pollard/) - INTRODUCTION Dan is an Associate Solicitor and Partner working within our thriving Private Client Department. TRAINING Dan joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 2006 as a Trainee Solicitor after completing an honours LLB Law Degree from Swansea University in 2003, followed by the Legal Practice Course at Exeter University in 2006. Dan joined the Private - [Darren Cleverdon](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/darren-cleverdon/) - INTRODUCTION Darren is the Head of the Family Department and a Partner at Dunn & Baker Solicitors and has specialised in Family and Matrimonial matters since his qualification as a solicitor. TRAINING Darren completed a degree in History at the University of Lancaster in 1994, going on to complete a Law degree conversion course in - [Zoe Linke](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/zoe-linke/) - INTRODUCTION Zoe joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in July 2025 as a Paralegal in the Medical Negligence Department in our Exeter Office. In February 2026, Zoe will begin her SQE and become a Trainee Solicitor. TRAINING Zoe graduated from the University of Exeter in 2025 with an Honours in LLB Law. SPECIALISMS Zoe works within - [Ellie Holdship](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/ellie-holdship/) - INTRODUCTION Ellie joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in July 2025 as a Paralegal in our Private Client Department. In February 2026, Ellie will begin her SQE and become a Trainee Solicitor. TRAINING Ellie graduated with a first-class honours in LLB Law Bachelors in 2025 at The University of Law Bristol. During her studies, Ellie volunteered - [Luanne Wilson](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/luanne-wilson/) - INTRODUCTION Luanne joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in January 2021 and is a Legal Assistant within the Residential Property Department. Her legal career began in September 2019 when she started with another firm of local Solicitors as a secretary for their Probate and Conveyancing Departments before moving onto Dunn & Baker Solicitors. 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The following year she was promoted to the role of legal secretary and in 2024 Jessica became a - [Abigail Dennis](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/abigail-dennis/) - INTRODUCTION Abigail joined the firm in November 2025 as a Solicitor in our Family Department. Abigail specialises in Divorce and Finance work, as well as advising cohabitees upon relationship breakdown. TRAINING Abigail completed her Degree in Law (LLB Hons) at the University of Exeter. Thereafter, Abigail completed her Masters in Legal Practice (LPC LLM) in - [Simon Cutting](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/simon-cutting/) - INTRODUCTION Simon Cutting joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 1982 and is now the Senior / Managing Partner. TRAINING Throughout his 40 something years working within a legal environment, Simon has gained a clear idea of the standards required to ensure the success of the firm. Simon is an SRA approved non-lawyer manager and is - [Bethan Napper](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/bethan-napper/) - INTRODUCTION Originally from South West Wales, Bethan stayed in Cardiff after qualifying, and has experience working in both a high street and a corporate international firm. She has since relocated to Devon where she has joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 2024. Having previously worked in our Cullompton office, Bethan now works in our Exeter - [Lewis Taylor](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/lewis-taylor/) - INTRODUCTION Lewis’ legal career began in 2022 at a local law firm as a Legal Secretary. In October 2024, Lewis joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors as a Trainee Solicitor, having successfully obtained a training contract with us. TRAINING Lewis obtained his first-class Law degree from Swansea University in 2023, before completing an LPC LLM at - [Christine Austin](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/christine-austin/) - INTRODUCTION Christine has worked for law firms in various office assistant and secretarial roles near her home town in Herefordshire since leaving school. She became a Private Client fee earner in 2012 and obtained the STEP Diploma and became a member of the The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) in 2019. She moved - [Shelley Wreyford](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/shelley-wreyford/) - INTRODUCTION Shelley began her legal career in Residential Conveyancing in 2006 and has worked for two Exeter based law firms prior to joining Dunn and Baker Solicitors in October 2024 as a Property Executive. TRAINING Prior to her career in law, Shelley obtained a degree in Business Management from Exeter University and National Diploma in - [Anne Kaplan](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/anne-kaplan/) - INTRODUCTION Anne joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 2014 having relocated to Devon from Sussex. Anne’s early career was varied involving retail, estate agency and accountancy but she has worked in the area of law since 1996. Although Anne has experience of working within civil litigation, her legal career has mainly been within family law. - [Louise Webber](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/louise-webber/) - INTRODUCTION Louise’s legal career began in 2002 as a Conveyancing Assistant, qualifying as a Paralegal in Conveyancing shortly thereafter. In 2016 Louise progressed to the position of Property Executive. Having worked in Exeter and lived in Cullompton for a number of years, Louise has a great knowledge of the local area and is a very - [Teresa Woon](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/teresa-woon/) - INTRODUCTION Teresa joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 2009 and is a Partner (non-lawyer). As a key member of the senior management team, she plays a vital role in overseeing the firm’s compliance framework and supporting the practice management functions of the business. SPECIALISMS Since joining Dunn & Baker Solicitors, Teresa has developed extensive expertise - [Neil Starr](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/neil-starr/) - INTRODUCTION Neil has over 18 years’ experience in property work, acting in both Commercial and Residential Property matters. Since qualifying as a Solicitor in 2000, Neil has spent the majority of his legal career working for two Exeter based law firms and specialises in Commercial Property whilst also undertaking Residential Conveyancing work. TRAINING Prior to - [Nick Penwell](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/nick-penwell/) - INTRODUCTION Nick was formerly the Senior Partner of Dunn & Baker Solicitors and Head of the Private Client Department. He has over 40 years’ experience in private client work, having initially started his legal career with a firm in Torquay in 1984. TRAINING Nick qualified as a Solicitor in 2004 having successfully completed the Post Graduate - [Julia Spies](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/julia-spies/) - INTRODUCTION Julia is a Partner and Solicitor working within the Commercial Property Department. Julia joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 2016 having previously worked for another local regional law firm. Previous to this, Julia spent several years as a Company Commercial Paralegal prior to qualifying as a solicitor in 2013. Julia specialises in all aspects - [Kathy Cracknell](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/kathy-cracknell/) - INTRODUCTION Kathy began her legal career in 2010 where she worked for a local firm as a Conveyancing Assistant and commenced her Training Contract in 2013. After qualifying as a Solicitor in 2015, Kathy continued in Conveyancing, with a focus on Equity Release. She joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in May 2023 as a Solicitor - [Emma Benyon-Tinker](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/emma-benyon-tinker/) - INTRODUCTION Emma joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 2019 and specialises in Family Finances and Children issues. Emma is an Accredited Resolution specialist and Collaborative Lawyer. TRAINING Emma completed her Degree in law (LLB Hons) and qualified as a solicitor in 2001. Emma has specialised as a Family Solicitor since she qualified. SPECIALISMS Emma specialises - [Steven Came](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/steven-came/) - INTRODUCTION Steven joined Dunn & Baker Solicitors in 2015 and is a Consultant Solicitor within the Private Client Department, predominantly dealing with matters involving the Court of Protection. TRAINING Having taken the Legal Practice Course with Exeter University, Steven qualified as a Solicitor in 2006. Over the years, he has experience working in the areas - [Peter Gaywood](https://www.dunnandbaker.co.uk/team/peter-gaywood/) - INTRODUCTION Peter first started in the legal sector in 1988 when he became a Trainee Legal Executive at a local law firm. Peter worked for three Exeter-based firms before joining Dunn & Baker Solicitors in May 2021. 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