Committed to you
New South Law are a friendly, independent law firm based in West Sussex, offering legal help and representation to clients across the UK.
We cover a range of legal case types, and our team will ensure you feel supported, understood and stress free throughout the process.
If you need us, we’re here for you.
Meet the Team
Here you can find the friendly faces that make up New South Law.
Our team has a range of expertise and are brilliant at what they do, so you will feel safe in the hands of whoever handles your case.
We understand that seeking legal advice can seem daunting, so we strive to make the process as simple and hassle free as possible.
Scroll down our list below to find out more about our team. If you’re looking for someone in particular, you’ll find their personal contact details next to their photo.
HAYLEY BETTERIDGE
Legal Director/Compliance Officer of Legal Practice
Hayley is an experienced litigator and higher rights advocate. She has extensive experience in private crime defence and can advise on all regulatory disciplines ranging from fatal accidents to fraud/bribery.
She consults on professional negligence and financial
mis-selling projects.
She is regularly instructed on high profile cases.
Hayley has extensive experience of the insurance industry having worked as an Associate Partner in a top 100 firm.
JAMES KINGSTON
Associate/ Litigation Team Leader
James is a solicitor. He has a wealth of litigation and claims experience having worked for both Claimants and Defendants managing cases from small claims level up to the Court of Appeal.
James was Associate Partner in a top 100 firm, handling unusual and novel projects. Much of his work during this time involved working with companies based in mainland Europe and he dealt with cases that involved cross border issues or application of international treaties.
BEN PARSLOW
Legal Director
Ben is a director of the firm. His focus is on operational procedures, ensuring performance targets are met and the company is adhering to its regulatory framework. Ben negotiates on commercial deals, agreements and commitments on behalf of the company.
PETER O'DONNELL
Legal Director
Peter is one the founders and a director of the firm. His focus is identifying new business opportunities and developing long-term successful routes to market for financial services, legal action and regulatory claims.
MICK COYNE
Legal Director
Michael’s role encompasses the financial overview, brand management, product vision and strategic direction of the company. Most importantly, it includes the implementation and continuation of our core values throughout the organisation.
REBEKAH GARRY
Claims Handler
Rebekah is an experienced claims handler with a depth of knowledge on multiple legal cases. She will be happy to assist you with all your queries and will strive to make the process as simple and hassle free as possible.
IAN O'GORMAN
Claims Handler
Ian is an experienced claims handler with a depth of knowledge on multiple legal cases. Ian gathers all of the relevant information needed in order to give you the best chance at a successful claim.
DEBBIE THOMPSON
Financial Controller/ Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration
Debbie is in charge of the company’s accounts, taking all reasonable steps ensuring we are fully compliant.
Debbie has a wealth of knowledge in Financial Accounting gained over more than 25 years with the last 11 years held as Financial Controller reporting at board level.
HELEN FOAN
Applications Administrator
Helen is responsible for the implementation and development of the internal CMS and CRM software of New South Law. Her key responsibilities include system set up and support, gathering requirements for business processing purposes, training, and continued configuration of the software.
CHRIS SHARMAN
Marketing Consultant
Chris has over 20 years’ experience in the Sales and Marketing world. He has knowledge of all marketing streams, both on and offline, and keeps abreast of all technological developments. He works with New South Law’s directors to improve and increase customer acquisition and maintain stakeholder relationships.
ALEXANDRA ORPEN
Legal Cashier
Alex is part of the Solicitor's accounts team and has over 15 years of experience as a legal cashier. She has worked for a number of law firms in Sussex and has experience of all aspects of legal accounting.