Family law specialists take leading roles in CILEx Devon
A lawyer and legal secretary from The Family Law Company have taken major roles on the committee of the Devon branch of CILEx – the Chartered Institute for Legal Executives.
Senior Associate Gemma Sparks was voted in as Vice Chair while Becka Coombes became Social Secretary at the CILEx Annual General Meeting on February 6.
Award-winning lawyer Gemma, who qualified in 2004 commented: “I feel I have a lot to give and volunteering is something I’ve always wanted to do.
“I am also keen to widen my professional network and take the next step in my career, promote CILEx and be an ambassador for The Family Law Company. I’m delighted with the opportunity to contribute at this level to the Devon branch, which last year won Regional Branch of the Year at the CILEx national awards.”
A team leader at work, Gemma feels the skills learnt through an NVQ in leadership she took in 2018 would stand her in good stead to be able to support the Chair, Gemma Rowe of Ashfords.
“I felt supported by the committee who were all enthusiastic about having a new member join the branch,” added Gemma.
As Social Secretary, The Family Law Company’s Becka Coombes will be responsible for helping to organise events throughout the year, including annual fundraiser, the Autumn Charity Ball. She said: “I’m really pleased to be a part of the committee and look forward to organising some great events in the year ahead.”
CILEx was founded in 1892 as the Institute of Legal Executives and is now the professional association for 20,000 Chartered Legal Executive lawyers, paralegals and other legal practitioners in England and Wales. Providing an alternative entry to law to that of barristers and solicitors, CILEx offers unparalleled access to a flexible career in law. It is recognised in England and Wales as one of the three core approved regulators of the legal profession.
CILEx Devon branch contact details:
Email: devon.branch@cilex.org.uk
Twitter: @CilexDevon
Facebook: Cilex Devon Branch
