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Patricia White Litigation & Advocacy Ltd offer expert dispute resolution legal services in Civil, Commercial & Employment Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution. With a client-focused approach, we provide tailored solutions with integrity and transparency. Meet our friendly team here.
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Email: enquiries@pw-la.co.uk
Patricia White
Managing Director
Patricia White is the founder of PW-LA and sole Company Director. Patricia has specialised in Litigation and Dispute Resolution for over 20 years. Patricia is a Commissioner for Oaths and a Qualified Civil & Commercial Workplace Mediator. She is fully qualified and authorised to conduct litigation and advocacy under the Legal Services Act 2007 and is a Grade A Fee Earner under the Civil Fees Guidelines. She appears as an Advocate in various Courts and Employment Tribunals across England & Wales including Central and Outer London Courts, Bristol, Watford, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Doncaster, Hull, Leicester, York, Scarborough, Harrogate, and Bradford.
+44 7484 709 854
Molly Steane-Bear
Legal Assistant
Molly is a British and Australian dual citizen and completed her tertiary education in Australia, achieving a high 2-1 in a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) degree at the Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane. Molly is a motivated and detail-oriented legal assistant for Patricia White utilizing her skills obtained in her studies, particularly her high-level proficiency in legal research, to support the legal team by methodically examining the law relevant to each case.
Molly is passionate and dedicated to using her legal knowledge and experience to facilitate favourable outcomes for PW-LA’s clients.
Zoe O’Hanlon
Executive Legal PA
Zoe is PW-LA’s go to, hands on Executive Legal PA, and is an allrounder with the depth of knowledge and tenacity needed to keep a growing law practice on track. Zoe provides virtual assistance through her own company Madrose Management, and is truly, passionate about delivering top priority client care, in a timely, fashion and with considerable attention to each individual client.
Zoe works directly with Patricia White, and provides support with the financial, compliance and client care practices within the firm. Zoe ensures the legal team has everything they need to deliver exceptional service. From making sure all client onboarding is handled promptly and correctly, to keeping files and processes fully compliant Zoe facilitates the smooth foundations that allow the legal team to focus on their cases.
Danielle Dilsworth
Client Information Manager
Hi, I’m Danielle, a wife and mother to 3. I enjoy the great outdoors, camping, finding hidden gems on the motorbike and just family time in general. I have previously worked in the NHS and private healthcare sector alongside administration work. I thrive on client satisfaction ensuring all needs and expectations are met. I am approachable, respectful, confidential and look forward to helping people get the outcome they deserve.
Danielle looks after the processing of client data and information management, ensuring system accuracy for document and evidential indexing and identification within the client case management. Danielle is also the financial records manager working alongside Patricia and the firm’s accountants.
Deborah Ward
Client Relations Manager
Deborah has many years of experience in support and administrative roles and is often the first point of contact for client enquiries at the firm. Known for her professional yet friendly manner, Deborah is dedicated to ensuring that every client receives a positive and efficient experience.
Beyond the office, Deborah enjoys spending time in the countryside, particularly on long dog walks that often end with a visit to a traditional pub.
Vickki Ridgway
Vickki Ridgway is a highly experienced Chartered Legal Executive Litigator specialising in clinical negligence, serious personal injury, and civil disputes.
She delivers clear advice, strategic case management, and robust representation for clients facing life‑changing injuries or complex conflicts.
Her priority is simple: practical guidance, cost‑effective solutions, and the best achievable outcome.
Saba Saleem
Saba is a Consultant Chartered Legal Executive specialising in Civil Litigation, with a background in personal injury claims arising from road traffic accidents. Saba is fluent in Urdu, Punjabi and Hindi. Saba believes in providing clear, practical and honest legal advice tailored to each client’s individual circumstances.
Known for her attention to detail, proactive approach and commitment to delivering a high standard of client care, her focus is on achieving the best possible outcome while ensuring every client feels supported and confident from the outset through to the conclusion of their matter.
Outside of work, Saba enjoys spending time with her family.
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