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 most recently qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales in August 2021.

Catherine predominately works in the property team and has a broad range of experience with both residential and commercial property law, such as:

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

She also practices other areas of law, including:

• Family Law;
• Insolvency and Debt Recovery; and
• Litigation / Dispute Resolution. 

Catherine is available to assist with family law matters, from co-habitation agreements, to divorce proceedings. She has a professional and understanding manner, and is there to help guide you through the process during a difficult time.

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.

Imogen attended the University of Southampton, where she achieved a 2:1 in her LLB Law Degree. After travelling for two years, she then went on to achieve a Distinction in her LPC and LLM at the University of Law.

At Kleyman & Co, Imogen started as a Paralegal and is now undergoing her Training Contract and due to qualify in August 2024. While her main area of interest is Employment Law, she has worked on a number of matters including civil and commercial litigation, insolvency, corporate, property and some family matters. She continues to manage her own case load as well as assisting fee earners.

Imogen has varied caseload as a trainee but her experience includes

• Debt recovery matters: Imogen has extensive experience in drafting and issuing Statutory Demands and Winding Up Petitions. She has successfully navigated a number of insolvency hearings and applications in complex debt recovery matters.
• Litigation matters: Imogen has represented clients in a number of civil litigation claims, representing both Defendants and Claimants. Her responsibilities have included preparing witness statements and various pleadings, compiling and reviewing evidence and advising clients throughout the litigation procedure.
• Settlement Agreements: Experience in both reviewing and advising on the terms as well as drafting agreements for both individual and commercial clients.
• Employment Contracts: Imogen has been involved in drafting and advising on Employment Contracts to tailor them to the clients’ specific needs

Imogen continues to broaden her knowledge and has a varied caseload but continues to focus on Employment and Commercial matters. She takes an empathetic approach to advising her clients but also draws on her varied experience to deliver commercial solutions.

Ella attended the University of Liverpool, where she obtained her LLB Law Degree achieving an Upper Second Class Honours in 2020. Ella then went on to attend the University of Law, studying at their Guildford campus, where she completed the Legal Practice Course with a combined masters in Law.

Ella started her Training Contract at Kleyman & Co Solicitors in February 2023, having worked at the firm as a Paralegal since February 2022. During her time as a trainee, Ella has been involved in a wide variety of cases including divorce and dissolution matters, child proceedings cases, insolvency, private client, wills and probate, criminal proceedings, and commercial litigation.

Ella continues to handle a varied caseload as a Trainee but is specifically interested in the human aspect of Family law and how laws can be used to help people at some of the most vulnerable periods of their lives. Ella received a Distinction in her Family Law elective on the LPC and her pragmatic approach to family disputes enable her to gain a quick understanding of the needs and circumstance of her clients. She understands that the issues surrounding Family Law can be difficult and at times distressing. Ella is working towards specialising as a Family Solicitor, in order to help walk families through difficult situations and achieve the best possible results.

Ella’s Family experience includes:

• Divorce Proceedings
• Financial Remedy Proceedings – application to the English Court for financial settlement following divorce proceedings
• Child Arrangement Orders – Jurisdiction disputes concerning children who are not habitually resident in the UK

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

Jordan completed a Law LLB Degree at the University of Kent and graduated in 2022 with an Upper-Second Class Honours. Over the summer in 2022, Jordan had completed a one-month placement at a law firm in Buckinghamshire, primarily focused on Property Law and Wills and Probate. She joined the team at Kleyman & Co. in September 2022 as a Paralegal and became a Trainee Solicitor in June 2023. 

Jordan was a member of Kent Law Clinic during her undergraduate degree, where she worked on small cases with the support of local solicitors and barristers. Throughout her time in this module, she worked predominantly in Housing and Immigration law. Jordan was also a volunteer for ‘Canterbury Homeless Outreach’ during her time at university.

Jordan has expressed an interest in Commercial Law and Family Law but she wishes to gain an insight into various sectors in law, so she is able to achieve a well-informed understanding. She is currently studying for her SQE examination for her to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales. 

Vicky graduated with a 2:1 in her Qualifying Law Degree from the University of York, Constantine College. She then completed her Legal Practice Course (LPC) at BPP University Law School in Holborn, alongside her Masters in Law. Vicky’s chosen electives at BPP included Employment Law, Private Acquisitions, and Commercial Law and Intellectual Property as they reflect her areas of interest.

Vicky commenced her Training Contract at Kleyman & Co. in November 2023 after prior experience as a Paralegal.

With particular interest in Employment Law, Vicky received a Distinction in her Employment Law elective on the LPC, and a First in her undergraduate dissertation, which focused on Sexual Harassment in the Workplace. This is reflected within her work at Kleyman & Co. as she has navigated an array of Employment Law matters for both employers and employees, and has experience in handling cases before they even reach the tribunal stage.

Vicky’s expertise also extends to a variety of other legal areas; she is no stranger to Civil Litigation, having tackled a variety of matters ranging from initiating and defending cases in the County Courts, to collaborating on proceedings in the High Court.

Whilst training, Vicky has also been involved in a variety of Immigration Law work, including obtaining successful Visa Sponsorship Licences for an array of companies. Vicky enjoys the dynamic nature of Immigration Law as each situation brings unique challenges and opportunities for navigating the legal frameworks, whilst also advocating for individuals seeking to build a better future in a new country.

Vicky also works closely with the Property Team and has experience in residential sales and purchasers, for both freehold and leasehold properties. She has also assisted clients with extending their lease, following both the formal route and informally through negotiating directly with the landlord.

Furthermore, Vicky has worked closely with the Commercial Team and her experience includes:

• Intellectual Property, including successful trademark applications;
• Drafting and advising on various contract types, such as employment contracts, service agreement, shareholder agreements, and terms and conditions; and
• Assisting with share purchase and sale agreements. 

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

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 joined Kleyman & Co with the aim to expand on his legal knowledge through the variety of Law the company covers. As a paralegal, Jacob supports fee earners with thorough legal research. He additionally handles file management, administrative duties and the drafting of legal correspondence. Jacob aims to become a fully qualified solicitor at Kleyman & Co.

Aaliyah is a soon-to-be graduate from Durham University, where she will obtain her LLB Law degree in June 2024. Throughout her studies, Aaliyah has cultivated a keen interest in Commercial Law, particularly in the passage of property and risk, achieving a first-class mark in her written examination. She has also excelled in modules on Contract Law, Land Law and Revenue Law.

Aaliyah is eager to further develop her Commercial law expertise at Kleyman & Co. Prior to this opportunity, she gained valuable experience in the legal sector, gaining experience with two international law firms and a barristers’ chambers. These experiences have reinforced her ambition to become a solicitor. As a Paralegal, Aaliyah assists with administrative tasks and supports fee earners with file management and drafting legal correspondence.

Aaliyah is enthusiastic about broadening her knowledge across all areas of law offered by Kleyman & Co, with the ultimate aim of qualifying as a solicitor and specialising in Commercial Law.

Louise previously worked as an Office Manager for almost seven years however, her ambition was to pursue a career in law. In 2020 and whilst also working, she studied for her law degree with The Open University from which she graduated in June 2023 with a Law LLB (Second Class Honours).

The degree focused on many aspects of law however, she excelled at both contract, tort and family law modules receiving a first in these exams. She is keen to develop within both family and commercial areas due to the fulfilment and variation that these matters would bring. Her previous job role has also provided her with a solid base of knowledge in property and conveyancing matters which she is eager to use and build upon in her work for the company.

Louise is currently enrolled to study her LPC with Masters (LPC LLM) with the University of Law in September 2024 and is aiming to graduate in July 2026. She is excited about the variety of areas of law available to learn within the firm and is looking to qualify as a solicitor at Kleyman & Co.

Amy graduated recently, in June 2024, with a First-Class Honours from Manchester Metropolitan University in her Law LLB degree. She joined the team at Kleyman & Co. as a paralegal in September 2024.

Alongside her degree, Amy took part in various Pro Bono activities including Support Through Court and a Commercial Law hub with Addleshaw & Goddard. Amy was also a member of BIUCAC team, this is a commercial awareness competition. Additionally, she has also completed the Future City Lawyers ‘Commercial Awareness’ course. Consequently, Amy has acquired an interest for Commercial law, which she is looking future explore whilst working at Kleyman & Co.

Amy aims to expand her legal knowledge through the variety of legal services the company offers. Amy aims to fully qualify as a solicitor at Kleyman & Co.