Jayne Hepburn

Jayne Hepburn is a Legal Assistant in our Child Care Proceedings department, based in our Manchester office.

Professional Biography

Jayne brings over 30 years of legal support experience to Simpson Millar, having joined us in August 2021. Her career began as a Legal Secretary, working across various legal departments before specialising in Family and Childcare law. At Simpson Millar, Jayne is an integral part of the Care Proceedings team, providing essential support and applying her extensive experience to assist families during challenging times.

As a Legal Assistant, Jayne plays a crucial role in the daily operations of our Child Care Proceedings team. Her responsibilities include setting up new client files and managing legal aid applications, ensuring all paperwork is up to date and correctly filed. She maintains clear and effective communication with everyone involved in a case, including clients, experts, and other legal professionals. Additionally, Jayne is responsible for finding and coordinating with expert witnesses and legal counsel needed for court proceedings. She also uploads necessary documents to the court's online portal, keeps case files up-to-date, manages the team's schedule, and prioritises tasks based on urgency. This variety of tasks is essential for the efficient management of complex child care cases.