New partner for firm’s residential property team
Law firm Gardner Leader has appointed local solicitor Lauren Blackman as partner in its Maidenhead residential property team.
Lauren qualified as a solicitor in 2016 and specialises in all areas of property law, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, new build purchases, transfers of equity, right to buy, shared ownership, and non-statutory lease extensions.
Before joining Gardner Leader, Lauren held roles at Kite Griffin Solicitors in Bracknell, where she worked for over ten years. Over that time, Lauren established a reputation for her attention to detail, proactive and transparent approach, and quick communication. Lauren also joins husband Tim Blackman, a senior associate in Gardner Leader’s real estate team since 2016.
Lauren said: ‘I’m delighted to have joined the Gardner Leader team at an exciting time. Having spent a decade at my last practice, I’m looking forward to bringing my experience in residential property to the team, and providing our clients, new and old, with the best legal advice and support.
‘The first quarter of 2024 has seen the strongest boost in the housing market since the mini-budget in September 2022. The stabilisation of mortgage interest rates has given confidence and allowed hesitant first-time buyers to pull the trigger and get on the ladder.’
Derek Rodgers, managing partner, said: ‘We are delighted to welcome Lauren to Gardner Leader. As one of the region’s leading law firms, our team has grown three-fold over the last decade, with Lauren the latest addition to our thriving residential property team.
‘Our aim is to deliver the best legal advice, support, and peace of mind to all our clients. Lauren joins a residential property team that is leading the way in terms of legal know-how, industry experience and client satisfaction.’
