Trainee Solicitor at Wollens
Alicia Payne
Trainee Solicitor
I have worked within the childcare team at Wollens since 2020. Initially I worked with David Kendall and gained a huge amount of experience in relation to care proceedings generally. I have represented many parents within PLO meetings and still continue to do so. These are cases where the local authority are considering applying to Court for a care or supervision order where they believe the children are at risk of suffering significant harm. The PLO is essentially the pre-proceedings process where a plan is put in place in an attempt to avoid Court proceedings. I am now completing my Training Contract within the care team, supporting Victoria Harle with her caseload of Non-accidental injury cases. These are complex cases involving allegations of physical abuse, such as fractures, bruising and shaken baby syndrome etc. We assist parents all over the country. The department has a wealth of expertise in this area under the supervision of Rachel Carter. More information about the work that Rachel and Victoria do can be found on the Parents Accused Website www.parentsaccused.co.uk Outside of work I am a keen karate athlete holding a 2nd Dan black belt. I have been training since I was 10 years old and have competed both nationally and internationally.
At Harbourside, 67 The Terrace, Torquay, South Devon, TQ1 1DP
Licensed for 4 years
Practice Areas
Family Law
- Family Law 100%
3 Client Reviews
Overall experience
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About Alicia Payne
I have worked within the childcare team at Wollens since 2020. Initially I worked with David Kendall and gained a huge amount of experience in relation to care proceedings generally. I have represented many parents within PLO meetings and still continue to do so. These are cases where the local authority are considering applying to Court for a care or supervision order where they believe the children are at risk of suffering significant harm. The PLO is essentially the pre-proceedings process where a plan is put in place in an attempt to avoid Court proceedings. I am now completing my Training Contract within the care team, supporting Victoria Harle with her caseload of Non-accidental injury cases. These are complex cases involving allegations of physical abuse, such as fractures, bruising and shaken baby syndrome etc. We assist parents all over the country. The department has a wealth of expertise in this area under the supervision of Rachel Carter. More information about the work that Rachel and Victoria do can be found on the Parents Accused Website www.parentsaccused.co.uk Outside of work I am a keen karate athlete holding a 2nd Dan black belt. I have been training since I was 10 years old and have competed both nationally and internationally.
Languages Spoken: English
Contact Alicia Payne
Address
Wollens
At Harbourside
67 The Terrace
Torquay
South Devon
TQ1 1DP
Phone 01803 225125
WebsiteResume
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Paralegal
Wollens
?-present
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
I found myself in a situation that no parent would ever want to be in and it ended up being a very lengthy process.
I contacted Wollens and I had Alicia Payne as my instructing solicitor. To say this lady was amazing is an understatement, she has all the qualities needed in these sensitive cases….. kind, understanding, compassionate and most importantly non judgmental. I couldn’t have asked for a better solicitors firm or a better solicitor than Alicia. She calmed me when I was frustrated, she reassured me when I didn’t understand something and she never ever didn’t reply to my questions and emails.
I cannot thank Alicia enough, her dedication to each separate case is admirable but to me she was a life saver and no amount of thanks will ever be enough, I’m so very grateful to her. She’s currently training and she’s incredible now but when she’s fully qualified then she’s going to be a force to be reckoned with! I know this first hand because I’ve seen her in action.
If you need a job doing well……. Alicia’s the driving force you need, she won’t give up and she won’t let you down!
Thank you to all at Wollens but a huge thank you to Alicia, I wish her the very best for her future and I know she’s going to help change peoples lives, like she did mine……….. So, if Alicia is your solicitor then you’re going to be in the best hands!
Lawyer named in this review: Alicia Payne
A representative from Wollens responded to this review on 30 April, 2025
Thank you for your amazing feedback - we are so pleased that Alicia has been able to assist you so well in your matter. We hope to work with you again in the future if needed. Best wishes Wollens
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Amazing!
Victoria and her team are exactly who you want in your corner. I was confident that I was in safe hands with them. Victoria was so responsive and knowledgable. She is clearly a specialist in her field and couldn’t recommend her enough!
Lawyer named in this review: Alicia Payne
A representative from Wollens responded to this review on 15 November, 2024
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We appreciate your comments and are so pleased that Alicia and Victoria have been able to assist you in this matter. Kind regards Wollens
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I’ve had so much help through you all and so much support, I couldn’t be more grateful, best solicitors about, thankyou so much
Lawyer named in this review: Alicia Payne
A representative from Wollens responded to this review on 02 May, 2024
Thank you for your review - we are so pleased to hear your feedback regarding the work that Victoria and Alicia have helped you with. We would be pleased to assist you again in the future should you need anything further. With kind regards Wollens
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