Partners / Staff

Brendan Perry Brendan Perry, a Senior Partner, specialises in Probate and Property Law and also supervises the Family Department. He is a former rugby player for both Bath and Somerset, and is a past President of Bath Rugby Club.
   
David Gay David Gay, a Senior Partner, also specialises in Property Law and Probate and is a member of The Society of Estate Practitioners. He played rugby for both Bath, Harlequins, Somerset and England and now he particularly enjoys supporting the junior rugby clubs on the sidelines.
   
Sarah Loveless Sarah Loveless joined the Practice in 2002 and specialises in Probate and Family Law. She became a Partner in October 2007. Sarah is a Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, and she is also a member of Resolution which commits Family lawyers to resolving disputes in a non-confrontational way. Sarah’s interests are wide ranging. She has always enjoyed travelling and sport, and is particularly interested in running.
   
Edward Vidnes

Edward Vidnes originally joined the firm in September 2003 as a Trainee having studied at Exeter University and Guildford College of Law.  He became a Partner in August 2008.  He specialises in Probate and Property Matters and, like the Senior Partners, David Gay and Brendan Perry, lives in Bath and therefore has an extensive knowledge of the area.  Outside the office Edward is a keen sportsman and plays hockey and tennis, and is an enthusiastic cyclist.  He is currently preparing for his first triathlon.

   
Helen Davies Helen Davies specialises in Family Law and has unrivalled experience in this area. She is a member of Resolution (formerly the Solicitors Family Law Association) and is a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.
   
Derek Black is a much respected Senior Lawyer who has recently joined Burningham & Brown as a Consultant specialising in Property Law. He is an enthusiastic amateur dramatist.
   
Burningham & Brown benefits from very loyal and hardworking support staff who place a high emphasis on client care and team work. We realise that every member of staff plays an important part in ensuring that our clients receive the quality service they are entitled to expect.