Meet The Team

David is responsible for the implementation of the firms strategy and business plan. He ensures the business runs smoothly and takes care of all non-legal matters including the financial management of the business. He has a background in Financial Services having held senior management positions with Commercial Union Plc (now part of Aviva Plc) and Scottish Life (now part of the Royal London group).

David has previously owned a successful Management Consultancy which includes FTSE 100 companies within its client list.

David is also a Director and joint owner of COYR Limited a commercial property company.

He jointly owns Kleyman & Co with Stephanie Kleyman.

Stephanie is a commercial solicitor with over 30 years experience in law, from small claims through to the Court of Appeal. Having worked in both private practice and in house, she combines a variety of legal knowledge as well as a good understanding of how businesses really work. Famous for her ability to explain issues in straight forward language and to deliver advice and support with both compassion and a sense of humour, Stephanie has built up a loyal following of regular clients, mostly small businesses who need a wide variety of assistance and has a strong team of assistant solicitors and support staff around her to provide legal services at all levels.

Stephanie’s passion is to help new businesses get it right from the start, making sure that they develop policies and procedures for the recruitment, training and retaining of staff. She also advises on company and partnership matters.

Through the recession Stephanie has also focused on helping companies manage their cash flow by assisting them in implement effective contracts, terms and conditions and debt collection policies. She is also no stranger to the Court process, helping clients bring and defend claims of all levels, although she is a big advocate of mediation and negotiation to avoid the uncertainties of litigation.

Stephanie and her team also work on commercial property matters, as well as some personal legal issues such as probate claims and building disputes.

Over her years in law, Stephanie has also built on her experience in family law, often being called upon to help in difficult and highly contentious matters.  Her cases have involved helping a father obtain sole parental responsibility of his young children, and assisting mothers who wished to move their children to other parts of the country or abroad despite the fathers’ opposition.  She has also worked on cases for high net worth individuals.  Stephanie has also volunteered at the CAB centre at Families Court in Holborn, drafted pleadings, applications and witness statements, and has appeared in court on behalf of clients.  Her work has also included supporting a number of local family related charities, often attending events to give legal advice and holding seminars.  Although people might think that family law and commercial law are worlds apart, Stephanie believes there are many similarities.  A dispute between co workers, company directors, clients and spouses all require careful handling and negotiations.  It is not simply a question of knowing the law, but also of understanding how emotional some disputes can be, and the need to guide clients through the process in the most practical and cost effective way.

Stephanie has worked with clients who have operated substantial vehicle fleets and has developed extensive experience in dealing with motoring offences for these clients. 

For further information, and an informal chat with Stephanie please do not hesitate to contact her.

Meg is a barrister with over 20 years’ experience in Employment Law.

She has worked in both private and public sectors: for Abbey Legal Protection Ltd, the London Boroughs of Ealing and Camden, and as a self-employed Employment Consultant and Barrister. This has given her broad and in-depth experience of all areas of Employment Law, including TUPE, discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal.

Meg has represented many parties in the Employment Tribunal, Employment Appeal Tribunal and Court of Appeal. She has acted for employers (ranging from small companies to international companies such as H&M and charities such as Barnardo’s) and employees (pursuing their claims against companies of all sizes, including Addison Lee, Jigsaw and Betfred).

Meg has specialist expertise in restrictive covenants, issues relating to Employment Contracts and disputes between directors. Meg has a good standard of spoken and written French, and has acted for a number of French speaking clients taking action in England, Scotland and Wales.

Recent cases that Meg has been involved in, with successful appeals in the Employment Appeal Tribunal all the way up to the Court of Appeal, you can put your trust in our Employment team:

Haydar v Pennine Acute Hopsitals Trust

Successful appeal against ET order that Claimant should make a payment towards the Respondent’s costs.

E. Martin v Home Office

Successfully argued that the Employment Tribunal did not apply the law correctly when it dismissed her claims of unfair dismissal and disability discrimination.

Xia v TAG Europe

The EAT agreed with Meg’s argument that the Employment Tribunal’s decision to strike out the Claimant’s claim of unfair dismissal was legally flawed.

Stevenson, Leeke & Stewart v Mid Essex Hospitals NHS Trust

Successfully argued that the Employment Tribunal had not asked the correct legal questions in its judgment, and that its decision that the Appellants were not entitled to receive redundancy payments was flawed.

Meg has also been appointed as a Deputy District Judge.

Shivani began her legal career in 2012 at a firm in Chelsea and joined Kleymans in late 2014.  She made outstanding progress in the litigation department and was promoted to Head of the firm’s Commercial Department in January 2019. 

Shivani and her team focus on Civil and Commercial Litigation (including Group Action work) and Alternative Dispute Resolution.  Prior to joining the firm, she was involved in and managed a high profile group litigation against a bank in the High Court consisting of over 4,000 clients.  Her expertise in Group Litigation has recently seen her involvement in a highly publicised case involving Universal Wealth Preservation.  Shivani’s case has most recently been reported in the Times and aired on BBC’s Rip Off Britain where she gave an interview about her efforts in recovering those funds.

Click here for the Podcast discussing Shivani’s group action

Click here for a TV clip discussing Shivani’s group action

Shivani and her team also act for both individuals and companies in a variety of disputes involving contract disputes, debt recovery (private/commercial), employment law, professional negligence, bankruptcy and insolvency, property litigation disputes (commercial/residential), land disputes and joint ownership/cohabitation disputes.

Shivani deals with claims in both the County Court and High Court and is also a big believer of mediation and avoiding the costs of litigation if a satisfactory settlement can be agreed between the parties.  Please contact our Head of Commercial if you would like to discuss how we can help you. 

 Catherine graduated from the University of Central Lancashire with a degree in law in 2017 before completing the LPC at the University of Central Lancashire. She began working for Kleyman & Co in July 2018 as a legal secretary, started her Training Contract in November 2019 and qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales in August 2021. Catherine has more recently been promoted to Head of Property in July 2025. Catherine and her team have a broad range of experience with both residential and commercial property law, such as: 

• Buying and selling residential and commercial properties;
• Remortgages;
• Commercial and residential leases;
• Landlord and tenant issues;
• Lease extensions; and
• Property disputes.

Catherine and her team are readily available to assist with any property  transaction and are able to offer support and assistance.

If you are interested in any of our services, please give Catherine a call to discuss. 

Sean attended the University of Strathclyde where he obtained an Upper Second-Class Dual qualifying LLB in Scottish and English Law. During his time at the University of Strathclyde, Sean was a member of the University of Strathclyde Law Clinic where he represented clients in small claims disputes. 

Sean then attended the University of BPP in Manchester where he attained his Legal Practice Certificate. During his time in Manchester, Sean primarily focused on the commercial and corporate aspects of law electing to study Private Acquisitions, Corporate Finance and International Trade and Transactions.

Sean previously worked as a Legal Assistant for a small firm in his hometown of Glasgow where he assisted fee earners with their caseloads, provided advice and assistance to those involved in benefits disputes and managed a wide variety of administrative matters.

Sean joined Kleyman & Co as a Paralegal in May 2021 and completed his training with the firm, qualifying as a Solicitor in March 2024.

During his training, Sean handled a wide variety of cases with his primary focus being on commercial and corporate matters including assisting clients with the incorporation of their companies, overall corporate governance and assisting already established companies in purchasing new entities either through Share Purchases or Asset Acquisitions.

Sean has continued to strengthen his experience in the corporate and commercial sectors and routinely leads company acquisitions for clients with the assistance of the team of Paralegals at the firm. 

Sean continues to assist in a variety of areas across the firm but is also focused on expanding and developing  his knowledge in relation to his commercial matters to assist him in  enhancing his specilisation in this area.

Jordan is a solicitor at Kleyman & Co Solicitors Limited, specialising in family law, and civil and commercial dispute resolution.

Since joining Kleyman & Co in 2022 as a paralegal, Jordan completed her training contract with the firm and successfully qualified as a solicitor.

She handles complex personal and commercial disputes, offering strategic advice tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.

Notably, Jordan played a key role in the landmark case of Rogers v Wills [2025] EWHC 1367 (Ch) where HHJ Matthews found a rare instance of an intention to create legal relations in a domestic context. The claim was successfully advanced on the basis of unjust enrichment, in that the late mother’s estate had been enriched at the daughter’s expense due to the significant care the daughter had provided. HHJ Matthews found that the the late mother’s estate had been unjustly enriched by the claimany, expressly basing his decision on free acceptance being the unjust factor.

The Judgment can be found here.

An extract of The Times commentary of the Judgment can be found here.

Jordan also brings extensive experience to family law matters, including divorce and subsequent financial remedy proceedings, and private law children disputes. She regularly advises on sensitive cases concerning allegations of domestic abuse, and Family Law Act 1996 cases for non-molestation and occupation orders.

Additionally, she has worked on highly acrimonious Children Act 1989 proceedings, achieving favourable child arrangements orders for her clients.

If you would like to discuss a family law or dispute resolution matter, please contact Jordan directly by email at jordan@kleymansolicitors.com.

Olivia graduated from Durham University in June 2023 where she gained an Upper Second Class Honours in her Law LLB. Olivia’s degree was very commercially focused with modules such as corporate, commercial and competition.

Olivia has a particular interest in Employment Law with a special focus on whistleblowing – the topic upon which she wrote a first-class dissertation. Olivia is looking to expand this interest in her work here with Kleyman & Co.

Prior to joining Kleyman & Co, Olivia gained work experience from various places in the legal industry: criminal barrister’s chambers, a small-sized law firm as well as with the CPS. This has helped Olivia support fee earners and begin her own caseload with assistance. Whilst keenly interested in Employment and Commercial law, Olivia builds on her understanding of all aspects of law that we cover here at Kleyman & Co. Olivia’s ambition is to become a fully qualified solicitor at Kleyman & Co.

Jacob attended Bournemouth University and achieved a Law LLB with Second Class Honours graduating in January 2024. During Jacob’s education at Bournemouth University, he found an interest in Commercial, Sports and Media Law. He also studied in depth the effects on children witnessing domestic abuse within the homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Jacob additionally wants to expand his interests to Litigation making himself an asset for Kleyman & Co and their clients.

Throughout university Jacob gained useful experience on Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) questions from similar formatted exams that the university provided. Jacob is currently studying his LPC at the University of Law while simultaneously studying for a Masters in Law.

Jacob joined Kleyman & Co with the aim to expand on his legal knowledge through the variety of law the company covers. Jacob joined the firm as a Paralegal and has progressed to the role of Trainee Solicitor where he continues to build his caseload and broaden his knowledge in various sectors of law.

Louise previously worked as an Office Manager for almost seven years before deciding to pursue her long-standing ambition of a career in law. In 2020, alongside full-time work, she began studying for her law degree with The Open University and graduated in June 2023 with an Law LLB (Upper Second Class Honours).

During her degree, Louise studied a broad range of legal jurisdictions and achieved first-class marks in her contract, tort and family law modules. She has a particular interest in both family and commercial matters, as she is drawn to the variety and practical impact of this work. Her previous role also provided her with a strong foundation in property and conveyancing matters, which she continues to build upon in her legal career.

Since joining Kleyman & Co, Louise has gained extensive hands-on experience in private client matters, including wills, probate, trusts and lasting powers of attorney, as well as assisting with contentious probate disputes. She has also worked on a wide range of tenancy disputes and has experience supporting employment matters and civil litigation cases, giving her a well-rounded exposure to both contentious and non-contentious work.

Louise is currently enrolled on the LPC with Master’s (LPC LLM) at the University of Law, having commenced her studied in September 2024, and is aiming to graduate in July 2026. She is enthusiastic about continuing to develop across multiple practice areas within the firm and is working towards qualifying as a solicitor and Kleyman & Co. 

Laura joined the firm as a Paralegal in November 2024 and has progressed to become a Trainee Solicitor.

Laura’s focus will be to assist the Property Team and to gain experience in residential and commercial sales and purchasers for both freehold and leasehold properties. She will also support clients with lease extensions, remortgages and property disputes.

She is keen to broaden her knowledge and experience across all areas of law.

Additionally, Laura will help with administrative duties and support fee earners within the firm with legal research and file management.

She is currently studying to undertake the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE) and her aim is to qualify as a solicitor at Kleyman & Co.

Lewis is a driven and enthusiastic Trainee Solicitor at Kleyman & Co with a strong academic background. He graduated from the University of Birmingham with First Class Honours in Law (LLB), achieving top marks in modules including, Employment Law, Intellectual Property, and Family Law, sparking a lasting interest in the way legal frameworks can shape personal and professional relationships.         

Before joining Kleyman and Co, Lewis gained valuable experience across different areas if Law, including conveyancing and criminal practice. These roles allowed him to develop strong knowledge, client communication, and various legal skills while also giving him insight into the importance of a tailored approach to each client’s circumstances and demands.

Since joining Kleyman and Co, Lewis has developed his skills and expertise in issues relating to landlord & tenant disputes, employment cases, and an overall range of commercial matters.  Lewis has the goal of qualifying as a solicitor soon. He is preparing to undertake the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE) and is committed to expanding his knowledge surrounding various areas of law.                                                    

Rosie is a dedicated Trainee Solicitor who joined Kleyman & Co in January  2026. Graduating from the University of Exeter with a 2:1 in BA History, Rosie went on to complete her MA Law Conversion course with the University of Law, achieving a high commendation. During her postgraduate degree, she achieved distinctions in modules including Criminal Law, Land Law and Administration and Human Rights Law.

Before joining Kleyman & Co, Rosie gained insightful and valuable experience in a nationwide firm, which sparked her interest in Employment Law, and strengthened her skills in client communication, and trial preparation. Following this work experience, she developed an interest in Commercial Law, and is eager to develop her understanding of the commercial aspects of legal practice at Kleyman & Co. She has a particular interest in Intellectual Property and Employment Law.

Rosie is preparing to take the SQE examinations, with the aim of qualifying as a solicitor, and is committed to broadening her knowledge in the various areas of Commercial Law provided at Kleyman & Co.                

Will is an ambitious Trainee Solicitor who studied French at the University of Nottingham, graduating in 2023 in the Upper Second Class and a Distinction in Spoken French. At postgraduate level, Will completed an MA Law Conversion course and Legal Practice LLM Course at the University of Law, achieving a Distinction for his thesis on the evolving law of awarding legal personhood to nature.

Will has a keen interest in Commercial and Contract Law, drawn to the technical knowledge and attention to detail required to work on matters involving international businesses and fast-moving commercial transactions. Before joining Kleyman & Co, Will gained valuable experience volunteering in legal charities alongside his studies. He worked in an international law firm in Paris during a year abroad as part of his undergraduate degree, where he became familiar with French law and capital markets transactions while developing professional French speaking and drafting skills.

A passionate environmentalist, Will hopes to develop the knowledge and expertise required to manage complex commercial matters. He has a clear ambition to qualify as a solicitor, having passed the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE) in the first half of 2026, and continues to develop his legal professional skills while working across multiple practice areas at Kleyman & Co.

Sam is a determined and ambitious paralegal at Kleyman & Co, having joined the firm in 2026. He graduated from the University of Sheffield with a 2:1 in History and Politics, before completing his PGDL and MA Law, achieving a Distinction overall, including strong results in Equity & Trusts, Corporate & Business Law and Land Law. His postgraduate studies strengthened his analytical skills and deepened his interest in the practical application of legal principles to real-world commercial and private client matters.

Prior to joining Kleyman & Co, Sam developed a particular interest in property and business, and commercial law, alongside gaining exposure to public and regulatory frameworks. He completed a Certified Commercial Awareness qualification and competed in legal competitions, including a national sports law negotiation competition, which refined his ability to analyse complex issues and work effectively under pressure.

Alongside his academic achievements, Sam gained valuable experience in client-facing roles, developing strong organisational skills and attention to detail. These experiences have shaped his approachable and practical style when supporting clients and assisting fee earners.

At Kleyman & Co, Sam supports fee earners across a range of matters, assisting with case management, legal drafting, research, and client communication. He is keen to continue developing his legal knowledge and professional skills while contributing to the firm’s client based approach. 

Lillie is a hardworking and motivated paralegal who joined Kleyman & Co in August 2026. She graduated Queen Mary University of London with a 2:1 in LLB Law with Honours, completing a placement year as a paralegal at a local family law firm. During her year in industry, she gained valuable insight into legal practice, developing her client communicating and legal drafting skills while building a particular interest in Family Law. 

Prior to joining Kleyman & Co, Lillie volunteered at the Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre, working as a student adviser on matters involving Employment Law, Family Law, and Intellectual Property. This experience strengthened her client care skills, broadened her understanding of different areas of practice, and reinforced her commitment to pursuing a career in law. 

At Kleyman & Co, Lillie brings an organised and attentive approach to her work and is preparing to work towards the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) as she continues to build her practical experience and legal knowledge. 

Nina is a motivated, friendly, and organised Property Paralegal. She attained a high First Class in her undergraduate degree at the University of Birmingham, with a placement year studying in Malta.

More recently, Nina completed a Master’s degree in Law at the University of Bristol, where she wrote an optional research project on Sports Law. Alongside her studies, she has also worked at the University of Bristol Law Clinic and at two law firms in Shanghai. At Kleyman & Co, Nina has supported the Property Team on a wide range of matters, including residential and commercial remortgages, landlord and tenant agreements, and lease extensions.

Nina looks forward to further developing her knowledge of Property Law at Kleyman & Co, and aims to complete her SQEs and qualify as a solicitor soon.

Thomas is a driven and passionate paralegal. He graduated from the University of Nottingham with a 2:1 in Law with International Legal Studies LLB. He spent a year studying law in Canada and Australia, gaining experience in a wider range of fields, building on his understanding of international law and developing a keen interest in commercial law and artificial intelligence legislation.

Thomas spent his final year at university researching and writing a detailed paper on European and American approaches to AI governance, achieving a First Class and further heightening his interest in how the law grows alongside, and keeps up with, rapid technological developments.

Thomas is keen to hone his commercial skills, and is dedicated to qualifying as solicitor, aiming to complete his SQEs soon.

Aisling is a committed and focused paralegal who graduated from the University of Exeter in 2026 with a first-class LLB Law degree. Her dissertation examined whether cybersecurity regulations remain fit for purpose when AI systems are exposed to cyberattacks, developing her interest in the legal and practical issues surrounding emerging technologies.

While studying, Aisling worked as a student legal advisor in the University Community Law Clinic, assisting clients with family and employment law matters. She also completed a 3-week internship with the in-house legal and compliance team of a growing and progressive software group, gaining experience in commercial and company law, risk and compliance, data protection, AI and privacy.

Aisling intends to pursue a career in commercial law, drawing on her previous legal experience, and she plans to begin her SQEs in the near future.

Cara is a hard-working and ambitious paralegal. She studied Criminology at the University of Nottingham, graduating in 2025 with an Upper Second-Class Honours Degree. At postgraduate level, she completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Law at the University of Law, achieving a distinction overall, with particularly strong results in Tort Law and Contract Law.

Cara spent the final year of her undergraduate degree researching the youth justice system, with a particular focus on the ways in which it balances the retribution and rehabilitation of violent youth criminals, achieving a first class mark on this project.

Cara has a particular interest in litigation and dispute resolution as well as family matters. She is eager to develop her understanding of these areas during her time as a paralegal.

Cara intends on taking the SQE examinations in the near future, with the aim of qualifying as a solicitor, and is committed to broadening her knowledge in the various areas of law provided at Kleyman & Co.