Lacey Panayiotou

Apprentice Solicitor

Department: Wills & Probate

Tel: 01977 809043

Lacey recently joined Ridley & Hall Solicitors as an Apprentice Solicitor, working within the Private Client team at the South Elmsall Office. She began her journey into law with a strong academic foundation, achieving an A-level in Law from New College Pontefract, which ignited her passion for the field.

She gained valuable experience early in her career through a two-week work placement at Ridley & Hall Solicitors. This opportunity provided her with an in-depth insight into private client work and further strengthened her commitment to assisting individuals with legal matters that impact their personal and family lives, including wills, probate, and estate planning.

Beyond her legal career, Lacey is passionate about volunteering and community engagement. She spent two weeks in Malta coaching disadvantaged children in sports, an experience that reinforced her dedication to making a positive difference in people’s lives.

In her spare time, Lacey enjoys staying active and loves going on long walks with her dog. She is committed to both personal and professional growth and looks forward to developing her career at Ridley & Hall.

Wills & Probate Team

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Chloe Aston

Associate,
Solicitor,
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Hannah Pedley

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Lucy Pickles

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Ann Silver

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