A HEREFORD lawyer is celebrating success after completing her training contract.

Charmaine Reynolds is now beginning her career as a fully-qualified family law solicitor at Humfrys and Symonds, based in Saint John Street.

Mrs Reynolds, 24, started her training in January 2023 after completing a law degree and a legal practice course (LPC).

She said: "I have always had an interest in the law, following in my mother's footsteps. My interests in law flourished when I started at Hereford Sixth Form College where I studied A-level law. From day one I wanted to develop my passion further.

"I went on to study law at university. At university, I had the opportunity to study areas of the law in greater depth.

"Despite Covid-19, I graduated Staffordshire University with a law degree in 2021 and went on to continue and complete my LPC in 2022."

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She describes the opportunities that have been given to her at the Hereford solicitors as an "honour", saying: "I started at Humfrys and Symonds in 2022 and obtained my training contract which commenced in 2023. This was an honour, and I am thankful to Humfrys and Symonds for believing in me and giving me that chance.

"I have had the opportunity to work in multiple departments. While working in each department I have been able to develop, and I am grateful for all the support to allow me to get to this stage in my career. I have enjoyed the challenges and the learning process which have allowed me to develop skills which will assist me throughout my career.

"After completing my training contract I now have an amazing opportunity to start my career as a solicitor in the family law department."

Mrs Reynolds is excited for her future at the law firm. She said: "At Humfrys and Symonds, I have been able to progress and achieve my dreams. I am excited for what the future holds for me in my career at Humfrys and Symonds."