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Here at Maples we have a wealth of experienced staff ready to assist you with legal matters.

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Abby Moon LLB

Abby joined the firm in March 2023 having started her Undergraduate Degree in Law with the Open University in 2018. Working as a Litigation Assistant and Trainee Solicitor in the Family Department, Abby has worked on a number of matters under the supervision of Anita Toal including divorce matters, child arrangements and financial matters. Abby has also done some work in the Criminal Department including advising clients accused of grave crimes, fraud and motoring offences. 

Since joining Maples, Abby has completed her Undergraduate Degree and is now working towards obtaining a Master’s Degree in Professional Legal Practice. Abby is also taking her Solicitors Qualifying Exams after which she will remain working within the Family Department.

In her spare time, Abby enjoys going for long walks, reading and music. She is also currently renovating her first property.

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Natasha Carvalho LLB

Natasha joined Maples Solicitors in September 2024 as a newly qualified solicitor.

Natasha is currently part of our Litigation Department assisting clients on debt recovery and Dispute Resolution issues as well as dealing with Employment law matters.

Outside of work, Natasha enjoys travelling and spending time with her young family.

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Abigail Deal LLB

Abigail joined the firm in January 2025 as a Newly Qualified Solicitor. During her studies at Nottingham Trent University and her Training Contract Abigail took a special interest in Commercial Property.

Outside of work Abigail enjoys traveling, reading, watching rugby and spending time with her family and friends. 

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Sad News

It is with great sadness we share with you that Sue Leaback sadly passed away on 1st July 2025. Sue was a hardworking and valued member of staff for 10 years and will be greatly missed at Maples.

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Testimonials

Jamie Dobbs FCILEx

"I should like to take this opportunity to express my very sincere and grateful thanks for Jamie's unfailing helpfulness and efficiency in all aspects of the handling of my late stepmother's estate. Jamie have always replied to my (many!) queries promptly and comprehensively which has been a enormous help throughout what I know can be a fraught and stressful process. Sadly, it is increasingly rare these days to experience the highs standards of service that Jamie has provided."

Gemma Mayer LLB

"I would highly recommend Maples Solicitors, especially Gemma Mayer, for any conveyancing work. The level of support and professionalism was excellent at all times. I also felt if I needed to ask or clarify anything that it was not an issue. Buying and selling a house is stressful enough, but Gemma helped me through it step by step."

Anita Toal LLB BA

"I think you are brilliant. You can use my comments above. You are efficient, friendly and quite clearly very good at what you do. Mainly you don’t leave people hanging around too long for." "So easy to talk to her and she understood what I wanted. She put me at ease and I cant thank her enough"

James Turner BA

James Turner was extremely helpful with our buying process. Everything went smoothly. We are very happy with the level of professionalism demonstrated by the office. Highly recommended solicitors. Will definitely do business with them again.

Daven Naghen LLB

"Daven provided an excellent service, from attending the first interview with me to the final court appearance. He filled me full of confidence that he would defend me to which he did and come out with an excellent outcome in view of my position that I had put myself in."

Faye Blair LLB

Faye was excellent, sensitive and acted very well to the time constraints we faced. Great service and dealt with compassion at such sad times made the process less painful very professional.

Jamie Dobbs GCILEx

Over the last forty years I have cause to deal with many law firms both in a personal and professional capacity, including some ‘top’ London Companies. In all of those dealings I have never found anyone as proactive and so willing to offer help and advice as Jamie Dobbs. During the last two years Jamie guided my parents through the completion of Lasting Powers of Attorney. Helped myself with the use of the LPA and recently dealing with Probate and Estate Administration following their death.

Mike Pepper MA

Mike Pepper gave us excellent advice. He was always most helpful and accommodating giving lucid explanations every step of the way. Thank you Mike.

Donna Sandison FCILEx

Donna has been helpful and professional every step of the way during the process. Always on hand to answer any queries and totally professional and friendly at all times.