MEET THE TEAM

Robin was born in Kirkby and raised in Liverpool. He graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1981 and qualified as a solicitor in 1984. He joined the practice in 1987, became a partner in 1990 and Senior Partner in 2002.

He has dedicated himself to the service of our clients’ legal needs and has been instrumental in ensuring Levins are still the biggest provider of legal services in Knowsley — a position we have held proudly for a large number of years. While his passion is fighting for people’s rights in the police station and the courts, he is nevertheless able to buy and sell your house and give you small business advice.

He will negotiate and advise you on the terms of your lease whether you are the landlord or tenant and if that is not enough he is able to help you secure maximum compensation in the unfortunate event you have had an accident that is not your fault.

As Senior Partner, Robin has recruited an excellent team to help you in all your legal requirements and strongly believes that service comes first.  He is fully supported by his business partner David Woods and he believes that Levins remain accessible and friendly without ever compromising on quality expert advice from qualified legal professionals.

Dave qualified as a solicitor in 1984, having obtained a degree in law from the University of Birmingham before completing his final exams after a year at the College of Law in Chester. He returned home to Liverpool to complete his training with a local firm. Dave has been working as a criminal lawyer in Liverpool and latterly Knowsley for 34 years. He is a higher court advocate and heads the criminal law team at Levins Solicitors having joined the firm in 2002.

Dave mainly works on crown court cases but he also represents clients in the magistrates court on a regular basis.

Over many years Dave has accepted instructions from falsely accused teachers and carers. He has been involved in many high profile and complex enquiries and has developed expertise in this area that frequently results in instructions from outside the Merseyside area. In recent years he has been involved in advising on regulatory matters including matters relating to safeguarding issues. Dave has experience of health and safety prosecutions and has advised companies facing OFSTED investigation in relation to the running of care and children’s homes.

Outside of work Dave is the chair of governors at Calderstones School. He is an associate governor of Huyton with Roby CE Primary school. He is the Chair of Woolton FC and has an active involvement in the administration of local amateur football.

Tracy graduated from The University of Teesside in Accounting with Law BA (Hons.) in 1998. She then completed the Common Professional examination in Law and Legal Practice Course at the University of Northumbria . Tracy qualified as a Solicitor in May 2003 and was admitted as a duty solicitor in 2004 having completed Stage 1 of the Criminal Accreditation Scheme.

Tracy joined the firm in 2003. She has extensive experience as a Criminal Lawyer. She has a particular interest in representing people with ASD and is an Ambassador for St Helens Rugby League Disability Team and Treasurer for Connect, a charity in St Helens which supports disabled young people.

Tracy is Managing Partner of the firm.  She has a Puggle called Stanley who often accompanies her to the office.

Jon completed his legal studies in 2009, having previously completed degrees in theoretical physics and philosophy at the University of Manchester and the University of Leeds respectively.

Jon acts in a wide range of civil matters, with a particular interest in land law and implied trusts.

He also has a growing employment practice, specialising in discrimination claims. Jon successfully acted and appeared at trial for the claimant in a high-profile disability discrimination claim against a major airline.

Jon is a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and the Employment Lawyers Association.

Jannine graduated from Bolton University in 2002 with a BA Hons degree in law and psychology. She then completed the GDL through the College of Law and completed this in 2005. Jannine then completed her LPC at the College of Law, Chester and completed this course in 2008. Jannine qualified as a Solicitor in 2008.

Jannine joined the firm in May 2019 and has nearly 11 years experience in family law with a particular interest in children matters including private and public law. Jannine also deals with divorce and financial settlements arising from divorce or separation.

Jannine is approachable and understanding and is able to guide clients through very difficult times. Jannine is the head of our Family Law division.

Joe graduated from University of Leeds in 2012 with a 2:1 degree in Law LLB, before completing the LPC at the College of Law, York, receiving commendation. He qualified in London as a solicitor in 2017 before moving back to the North. Joe initially practised in Chester for a couple of years before moving to practice in Liverpool, where he has been since 2019

Joe joined Levins in June 2022 and has settled in well. Originally from Burnley, Lancashire, he now feels very much at home in his adopted city.

Joe specialises in criminal defence and is duty qualified. This involves attending magistrates’ courts and police stations across Merseyside, the North West and in some cases, nationally to represent individuals. He is also a qualified supervisor.  Joe enjoys dealing with real people from all walks of life and how no 2 days are the same in this line of work. In his spare time (when the job allows!) he enjoys spending time with his 2 daughters and playing and watching football. He is a big Burnley FC  fan.

Louise is the Head of our busy Magistrates’ Department and a Criminal Advocate

Having initially qualified as Police Station Accredited Representative in 1999, Louise studied at John Moores University and went on to become a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 2005, and in 2008, became one of the very first lawyers in the country to be awarded the status of CILEX Criminal Advocate. Louise is also a qualified Duty Advocate and Legal Aid Supervisor.

Louise is one of our longest serving members of staff having been with the firm since 2003.

Louise predominantly represents defendants in the Magistrates’ Courts, dealing with all aspects of criminal litigation across the Northwest and beyond. As well as this, Louise regularly attends police stations to advise clients on some of the most serious of offences, including murder, sexual and drug offences.

Alice graduated from University of Liverpool in 2020 with a degree in Law and is currently studying her Legal Practice Course at the University of Law.

Alice joined Levins as a Paralegal in the Family Department in November 2022, having previously worked in Mental Health and Human Rights law.

Alice has a keen interest in Family Law, particularly in relation to injunctions and divorce proceedings.

Alice assists the solicitors within the department and often attends court to support clients.

Carla Wright joined Levins Solicitors in 2011, and  has risen to the position of Conveyancing Executive and is a senior member of the team. Carla deals with all aspects of residential conveyancing, including freehold and leasehold properties, sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfer of equity and right to buy transactions.

Daniel graduated from Liverpool John Moores University in June 2021 with a Law LLB (Hons).

He joined Levins in July 2021 as a paralegal and in January 2022, commenced a Graduate Entry Solicitor Apprenticeship.

He is a probationary police station representative and is currently working towards his full accreditation.

His main responsibilities are assisting in the preparation of magistrates’ court cases and applying for legal aid. He also assists the crown court team, including advising clients and drafting statements in relation to Proceeds of Crime Act proceedings.

Kattie joined Levins in August 2013, Kattie is a  Fee Earner within the Conveyancing Department. She is currently studying at the Liverpool Law Academy for her ILEX Qualification.

Kattie has a friendly, approachable nature and is always willing to assist clients.

Elisha completed her Law Degree in 2019. She started working for Levin’s Solicitors in April 2022, initially on a part time basis whilst completing the Legal Practice Course at Liverpool John Moores University.

She is now working full time in the Private Client department particularly focusing on Wills, Powers of Attorney and Probate.

Luke graduated from Liverpool John Moores University in June 2020 with a History BA (Hons). He then undertook the GDL course at LJMU, in the September, before graduating with a Postgraduate Diploma in Law in July 2021.

He joined Levins in March 2022 as a paralegal in the family department and  started the Solicitor Apprenticeship Course with BPP Law School in 2023.  He will be undertaking the SQE examinations during this  course in order to qualify as a solicitor in Summer 2025.

Luke has a strong interest in family law, particularly surrounding care proceedings, private child matters and divorce.

Luke takes pride in assisting clients and supporting the head of department with matters, he also attends court with counsel and clients regularly too.

Sarah started at the firm in 2018 as an Assistant in the Conveyancing department and transferred to Private Client.

Sarah had a friendly, approachable nature and was always willing to assist clients and other members of staff.

Sarah will always be sadly missed by everyone at Levins.

Cheryl started working for Levins Solicitors in 2017 originally as front of house receptionist, then moving to the family department as a legal assistant.

Cheryl supports  the fee earners and also assists with the administration duties.  Cheryl also attends Court to support clients and Counsel when required.

Stanley is our youngest member of staff and is distinctive insofar as he has absolutely no interest in the law.  In fact, Stanley’s only interest is himself.  He enjoys eating chicken, growling at male dogs and being the centre of attention.  Stanley is an Evertonian.