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Spotlight on: CHARLOTTE OLDHAM
Charlotte Oldham is a Solicitor at Roach Pittis Solicitors based in Lugley Street, Newport. Charlotte joined Roach Pittis earlier this year and specialises in all aspects of Residential Property
Tell us about life before you joined Roach Pittis…
After completing my A-Levels at Ryde High School, I obtained a Biology Degree from The University of Southampton. Following this, I embarked on a conversion course which enabled me to obtain a Law Degree from The College of Law, Guildford. Next, I secured a training contract at a mainland firm where I remained for 12 years, progressing from Trainee to Partner. I was fortunate enough to advise on a number of areas during this time, including Residential and Commercial Property as well as Family law.
What is on your wishlist for the next 5 years here?
As I have lived on the Island most of my life but have spent all my professional career working off the Island, I am really excited to grow my network of connections here and be more involved in the business community. I’m very passionate about the Island and everything it has to offer.
Why did you choose law?
I saw working in the law as a challenging and varied career that would enable me to help others. I take a great deal of pride in the service I offer my clients. Exceeding my clients’ expectations gives me great job satisfaction.
What is your biggest achievement in life?
Until 1st September last year I would have said qualifying as a Solicitor. However last year my son was born, and he has to be my biggest achievement without a doubt!
Do you have any hobbies?
Fitness is my hobby. At the moment I’m working hard to rebuild my fitness following my pregnancy. I swim, attend the gym and I also do a class called Buggy Beat which enables me to exercise with my son in his pram, it’s great fun! I also enjoy socialising with family and friends and walking my mum’s Miniature Dachshund, Dora.
What is your motto or personal mantra?
Don’t put off until tomorrow, what you can do today. It is a hard motto to follow consistently but I always try!
What does a typical day look like and what are you working on?
I specialise in all aspects of residential property work, which means helping people to buy their first home, move to upsize or downsize, or invest in additional property. I act for clients who are remortgaging, transferring and gifting property. I particularly like dealing with unregistered property on the Island as looking at the old Deeds gives you an insight into the legal history of the land, rather than just what we see today.
A typical day involves a lot of reading of letters, emails, contracts and title documents. Most of my correspondence is dictated so I proofread that too. I also spend time on the telephone and meeting with clients as there is no substitute for personal communication when you are dealing with something as important as a property purchase.
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