Alexandra, a 2007 Law LLB graduate from Kent, is
the Managing Partner and owner of Tassells LLP. Her career journey has seen her
rise to Partner at Brachers by age 35 and, more recently, win Managing Partner
of the Year at the Modern Law Private Client Awards in 2024.
Alexandra credits her time at Kent, particularly her
involvement with the Kent Law Clinic, for building her confidence and practical
skills. A former Chair of the Netball Club and Sportswoman of the Year,
Alexandra aims to grow Tassells into the leading Private Client firm.
Tell us about your career path since graduation.
I attended BPP law school and then trained with a local
firm. I worked at Furley Page for quite a period of my career and then went to
Brachers as a Partner at the age of 35. After having my small person, I took up
the opportunity to take over the firm of Tassells in Faversham.
What does a typical work day look like for you?
It's so varied!
I have a full case load, so I tend to have on average 3
client meetings a day (normally more as I find it hard to say no!). I always
take a junior member of staff with me as I deal with the majority of the
training in our Private Client team.
I spend time with the team whether it be supervising / craft
lunches / catching up / eating chocolates in the kitchen! There will normally be a management meeting about staff /
recruitment / money etc. I've found it fascinating (and scary) learning how to
run a law firm!I love to network and although not a priority at the moment
due to our work levels I do still catch up with referrers.
If I have time I do some work!
Can you share a professional highlight from your career
so far?
Making Partner at Brachers at such a young age and also
being a finalist for a STEP award were huge for me but the highlight has to be
winning Managing Partner of the Year at the Modern Law Private Client Awards
earlier this year (2024) in my first year as a Managing Partner.
How did your time at Kent help you achieve your current
career?
I absolutely loved my time at Kent, especially everything I
did with the Kent Law Clinic. The clinic gave me confidence and helped me
realise what it was really like to be a lawyer. I excelled more in the
practical side than the academic, so this gave me a huge boost and also helped
me secure my training contract.
What advice would you give to our current/prospective
students who are looking to get into the same line of work?
For me, I always look to recruit people with great
communication skills. It's such a skill to make clients feel comfortable with
you and open up about their issues. Bring your personality!
Did you get involved in any extracurricular activities as
a student?
I was part of the Netball Club for my whole university
experience, finishing up as Chair in my final year. I loved every minute.
Do you have a favourite memory from your time at Kent?
I won Sportswoman of the Year in my final year and that was
a huge achievement especially seeing my name on the board!
Is there anything you would do differently if you could
repeat your time at Kent?
Stay in touch with more people after graduation.
Are you still in touch with other Kent alumni or
academics?
Yes I still visit the university a lot, and my firm is
involved in the MLAW scheme.
What are your future ambitions?
Grow my law firm and turn it into the 'go to' Private Client
Firm.
