Debbie Burridge

Debbie's role is a Paralegal in our Family department, working closely with the head of the team, Natalie Jones and Partner Tia Harrison.  She assists in matters relating to divorce and disputes arising from the breakdown of a relationship as well as some children matters.  

Debbie regularly assists people who are trying to negotiate a financial settlement following the sad breakdown of their marriage.  She is sensitive and understands how difficult a time it is when a relationship ends.

Debbie is an “Ask Me” Ambassador for the Women’s Aid charity, and as such is trained to respond to disclosures of domestic abuse and knows where to signpost people for help and support.

BACKGROUND: 

For over 20-years Debbie worked in London for large law firms and multimillion-pound property investment companies before moving to the area to be by the seaside with her young children.  Debbie then took a break from the legal field and in 2001 she completed a diploma in Sports Therapy and Personal Training.  Debbie worked as a Personal Trainer and Sports Therapist before returning to legal practice.  Debbie joined Heringtons in 2009 and assisting well respected senior partner Denise Longhurst until 2018 when Denise retired from the practice. 

OUTSIDE THE OFFICE:

Debbie likes to run and walk with her dog, Lilly.  She also takes regular holidays to her second home in Spain.