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Arabella Pickering

Trainee Solicitor

Arabella joined Bermans as a Paralegal in January 2023 and is currently a Trainee Solicitor in our Litigation team based in Liverpool.

She works on a wide range of commercial litigation matters and works with a variety of companies and business owners.

Arabella obtained a First Class Economic History Degree from the London School of Economics and completed her GDL and LPC at the University of Law in Liverpool.

Outside of work, Arabella enjoys reading, cooking and baking.


E: arabella.pickering@bermans.co.uk
T: 0151 224 0545

 

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Bermans relaunches private client offering

Jobeth Copping-Barrett

In January 2025, after demand from clients, Bermans relaunched its private client department. 

Jobeth Copping-Barrett joined Bermans as a Senior Associate in our Private Client department to support clients on their future and estate planning, including the preparation of Wills, lasting power of attorney applications, Trusts, probate applications and estate administration. 

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2025 Update: Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023

Paul Rabbette

As we step into 2025, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 brings several crucial updates aimed at enhancing corporate transparency, protecting personal information, and combating economic crime. These changes are set to impact businesses across the UK significantly. Here, we explore the key updates and their implications. 

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Elizabeth Wilkinson

Partner

Elizabeth joined Bermans in March 2025 as Partner in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution team.

Elizabeth has over 25 years’ experience of helping clients resolve disputes efficiently and cost effectively.  Elizabeth specialises in advising on the rights and obligations of directors and shareholders and is particularly experienced in shareholder disputes and claims involving directors’ duties and warranties in sale and purchase agreements.

She advises clients on minimising risk and protecting the value of their businesses, enforcing restrictions in employment contracts and sale agreement when needed. She is experienced in securing urgent solutions such as injunctions and asset freezing orders.

Elizabeth also advises on partnership disputes, commercial contracts and negligence by professionals such as accountants or surveyors.

She has advised a wide range of clients during her career from SMEs and OMBs to large corporates and PLCs as well as individuals.

Elizabeth has been recognised a Recommended Lawyer in the Legal 500.

Away from work, Elizabeth loves to travel with her family and enjoys reading and training at karate.


E: elizabeth.wilkinson@bermans.co.uk
T: 0161 383 2134

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James Harris

Partner

James joined Bermans in February 2025 as a Partner in our Property Team based between the firms Liverpool and Manchester offices.

James studied Law and International Relations at Keele University and then went on to qualify as a solicitor in 2003.

He specialises in residential and commercial property development and works with high net worth individuals and owner managed businesses.

James is ranked by The Legal 500 and he won ‘Team of the Year (Property)’ at the Manchester Legal Awards (2023) for the work he carried out at a previous firm.

Outside of work, James is a keen triathlete and spends his spare time training whilst also looking after his young family.


E: james.harris@bermans.co.uk
T: 0151 224 0522

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Employment Tribunals

Employment tribunals play a crucial role in resolving disputes between employees and employers. They handle a range of cases from unfair dismissal to discrimination claims. If you are facing an employment tribunal, Bermans can support and guide you through the process.

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