Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.4.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # a-l.law ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://a-l.law/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://a-l.law/news/) - Latest Industry Insights from Astraea Linskills Experts - award winning solicitors. We can help you today, contact our solicitor team in Liverpool and London. - [Holly Robinson-Tilley](https://a-l.law/holly-robinson-tilley/) - Holly is a paralegal within the Family Department at Astraea Linskills. She assists the team in the running of client files across all aspects of family law. Holly has background in family law and joined Astraea Linskills following completion of her legal studies. Holly is passionate about helping clients through emotional proceedings and ensuring they - [Ffion Potter](https://a-l.law/ffion-potter/) - Trainee Solicitor Ffion obtained a First-Class LLB from the University of Chester in 2022. She began her legal career as a fee earner at a leading negligence firm, where she gained valuable experience in case management and client care. Driven by a strong interest in family law, particularly matters relating to child protection and autonomy, - [Susan Nathan](https://a-l.law/susan-nathan/) - Solicitor - [Albie Johnson](https://a-l.law/albie-johnson/) - About Albie joined Astraea Linskills in February 2024 as a Senior Paralegal. Having worked in the legal sector for over 20 years Albie has an abundance of experience across civil and all aspects of family law. Since joining the firm, Albie has demonstrated commitment to client relations, needs, and advice. Over the past three years - [Kieran McIver](https://a-l.law/kieran-mciver/) - About Kieran McIver is a Trainee Solicitor here at Astraea Linskills. Kieran joined Astraea Linskills in 2023 as a paralegal whilst studying law at Liverpool John Moores University. In August 2024, he commenced his Training Contract at our firm after successfully becoming an Accredited Police Station Representative. Kieran manages a varied caseload preparing cases for - [Nichola Wright](https://a-l.law/nichola-wright/) - About Nichola began working for Linskills Solicitors in 2010 where she was front of house for ten years. After the move to Astraea Linskills she was promoted to be our Client Relationship & Facilities Assistant, where she is the face and voice of the firm. She is a client care expert, which she feels is - [What Our Clients at Astraea Linskills are Prioritising this January](https://a-l.law/what-our-clients-at-astraea-linskills-are-prioritising-this-january/) - January has once again proven to be one of the busiest months in the legal calendar and, as Founder and Director at Astraea Linskills, I am seeing a trend in the priorities of our clients as they begin the year with renewed focus and determination. 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With over 20 years of frontline experience, Peter has built a reputation for providing - [Lily Perischine](https://a-l.law/lily-perischine/) - Introducing Lily Perischine: Dedicated family law specialist at A.L.Law, providing expert guidance in complex family and children law cases. - [Steven Lunt](https://a-l.law/steven-lunt/) - About On leaving his eduction, Steve trained as a graphic artist but after an unfortunate hand injury, turned to volunteer work at the Liverpool Citizen Advice Bureau. For a short time, he was asked to be a guidance tutor where he provided training and support to new volunteers. During his time at the CAB, he - [Nicola Bailey](https://a-l.law/nicola-bailey/) - About Nicola has worked in Crime for over 20 years, initially beginning her career at Brown Beer Nixon Mallon in Teeside where she started as an office junior. She then worked her way up, covering all jobs within a criminal practice and gaining valuable experience in client care and preparation of cases and knowledge of - [Nama Zarroug](https://a-l.law/nama-zarroug/) - Founder and Director. Solicitor and Higher Court Advocate, Member of the Law Society Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme/Panel. About Nama trained at the Centre for Equal Justice, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA and in Manchester with Tranters Solicitors. She then qualified with Cobley’s Solicitors in Liverpool and went on to lead the Criminal Litigation team at Kirwans - [Lorraine Redmond](https://a-l.law/lorraine-redmond/) - About ILFM(dip) and COFA Lorraine has worked in legal accounting for 28 years in small, medium and large law firms. She has extensive experience in dealing with business accounting and client accounting complying with various legal regulatory bodies. 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