George Bisnought
Founder and Managing Director
George qualified as a solicitor in 1991 and has worked extensively in both private practice and within industry, predominantly as legal director for a number of global software companies. He established Excello Law in 2009 at the vanguard of a new era in legal services provision, addressing client demands for greater accessibility, quality and value for money.
Joanne Losty
Recruitment Director
A specialist in commercial litigation, Jo joined Excello Law in 2009 and is responsible for recruiting lawyers with the commercial acumen, legal expertise and outstanding client relationships who are looking for greater freedom to practise. She listens carefully to what lawyers want to achieve from their move to Excello Law and tailors bespoke solutions to support their practice.
Lesley Potter
Chief Marketing Officer
Lesley has spent over 20 years working in PR and marketing, across agencies and in-house – including as UK communications director for Compass Group PLC – as well managing her own business. She is responsible for the strategy and implementation of the firm’s digital communications, PR programme and personal marketing support for lawyers.
Talent acquisition
John Lacey
Head of Talent Acquisition
With a career in executive recruitment and a detailed understanding of the legal profession, John heads our talent acquisition programme advising and supporting lawyers from the moment they contact Excello Law. He understands the motivations and challenges for lawyers looking for their next career move and provides sound advice, expert knowledge and practical solutions, working in the strictest confidence with candidates.
Support Team – Excello 360
Deon van Schalkwyk
Operations Manager
Rebecca Lehec
Support Service Manager
Lisa Sharkey
Legal Secretary
Lucia Cassidy
Legal Secretary
Sharlene Chitrin
Personal Assistant
Melanie Woodward
Operations Assistant
Daisy Porter
Trainee solicitor
Zahra Mahmood
Trainee solicitor
Carole Spencer
Paralegal
Danielle Stanley
Paralegal
Stuart Phillips
Paralegal
Patricia Taylor
Paralegal
Laurence Laidler
Paralegal
Ruth Harrison
Paralegal
Lizzie Kiteley
Paralegal
Rio Rogers
Paralegal
Lucy Evans
Support Services Assistant
Carol Clare
Legal Supervisor
Lindsay McCormack
Legal Cashier
