Meet The Teams

Jayne started her legal career at Jordans Solicitors in 1985 as an office junior.  There she developed an interest for working in criminal law and was soon promoted to legal secretary.   

In 1989, Jayne became employed by William Tate and Co as a partner’s secretary.  The role came with more responsibility, attending Crown Court hearings, police station interviews and prison appointments.   

Jayne became a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Secretaries (FILS) and is a life time member.  After working for the company for 33 years in both the crime and prison law department, Jayne joined GSB in 2021 as a Crown Court Clerk in the criminal department. 

Jayne enjoys meeting new clients and assisting instructed Barristers in taking instructions and preparing cases for plea/trial/sentence.  Jayne is well regarded for her caring towards clients and being attentive to their needs. 

In her spare time, she enjoy reading and travelling (who doesn’t!!). 

Byron joined Grahame Stowe Bateson in early 2023. He successfully completed his training contract with GSB in January 2025 having gained experience in both our Crime and Mental Health departments. He looks forward to continuing his development in these areas, however, Byron will be predominantly practising in criminal law. 

Byron studied at University College London before completing a Post Graduate Diploma in Law and a Master of Laws in Legal Practice.  

Emily studied Law at BPP University Leeds and obtained her undergraduate LLB Honours Degree in 2019. She completed the Legal Practice Course and graduated with a Masters qualification at Leeds Beckett University in 2021.

Having joined Grahame Stowe Bateson in 2021 as a paralegal, Emily is now a Trainee Solicitor who commenced her training contract in January 2023.   She has undertaken seats in the family and mental health departments but now is working in our conveyancing team.

Emily builds a very good rapport with clients. She is professional, approachable and has a passion for helping and supporting people when faced with emotionally taxing situations.

In her spare time, Emily enjoys taking her dogs on long country walks and exploring the many English Heritage sites.