Support Staff

Julia Hornsby, has worked with Garrods Law Ltd for over twelve of the twenty five years' she has been working in the legal field, which included time in a busy London practice. Julia has considerable experience as a legal assistant to Anita Garrod and also assists with the smooth running of the practice. Outside the office she enjoys outdoor persuits with her family and children.

Jane Cherry has over 25 years’ experience as a legal secretary and for over 20 of those years has worked with Boyd Carter. Jane and Boyd both recently moved from Boyd’s eponymous firm in Braintree - to expand the team and expertise at Garrods Law Ltd. Jane specialises in Public Law (care) proceedings but has experience and knowledge in all areas of family law.  Jane is hard working, conscientious and client focused – bringing compassion at what can be a time of great distress. Jane has recently reduced her hours and now works from Monday – Wednesday (9am - 5.30pm). Outside of work Jane is very active and  particularly enjoys yoga, Pilates, walking, horse riding and the odd glass of wine!

Amanda Bowen has over twelve years' exprience in the legal sector and has been with Garrods Law Ltd, assisting the lawyers, for five years'. Her interests include various crafts and art work, both creating and teaching.

Donna Harrison has over twenty five years’ of service in the legal field, with particular experience in family law, especially children matters and domestic abuse. Donna previously managed an office for a sole practitioner and is an extremely capable legal assistant in all matters. Donna has been with Garrods Law Ltd for over eight years. Her interests outside the office are her family, reading and horses.