Meet the team

Whatever your requirements, our friendly team here at PD Law are here to help and we are dedicated to serving you in the best way possible.

Phillip Doyle

Phillip Doyle - Managing Director/Solicitor

Qualified Solicitor since 2004, he has over 30 years of legal experience working in Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Landlord & Tenant, Employment Law, Residential Conveyancing and Debt Recovery with various law firms in Liverpool city centre. In 2011, he set up the PD Law firm in Widnes, his hometown, to enable him to offer a more personal and bespoke service to his clients.

Interesting Fact

A keen golfer who supports Everton FC and enjoys horse racing including shares in racehorses.

What clients say about Phillip

Phil is a real star, and he has been fantastic at helping me. I will not use another solicitor again; they have a customer and friend for life. Thank you!

Phillip, massive thanks for all your help during a difficult time for us.

Phil was brilliant, can’t thank him enough for the great outcome of a particularly difficult tenant and eviction.

Julie Doyle

Julie Doyle - Director/Practice Manager

Has over 30 years’ experience in accounts and office management through her employment in both public and private organisations within the legal field.

Interesting Fact

Enjoys swimming, travelling and horse racing, having a share in a racehorse with her family.

Jordan Shard

Jordan Shard - Associate Solicitor/Head of Department

Qualified Solicitor since 2019, Jordan took up his first legal role from university with PD Law in 2015 and has gained over 8 years of experience working in Litigation, Personal Injury, Employment Law, Housing Dis-Repair, Debt Recovery, Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney. Jordan is an advocate for people living with all forms of Dementia through his role as a Dementia Friends Ambassador.

Interesting Fact

Enjoys the gym, family walks with his terrier, Lola and supports Man Utd and Widnes Vikings.

What clients say about Jordan

I would like to thank Jordan for the professional manner in handling my file. Thank you, Jordan, for your consideration and help in winning my lawsuit. Now I believe in justice. Best Regards.

Extremely pleased with the service. Special thanks to Jordan for dealing with my claim in a professional and caring manner. Thank you so much.

Thank you for your kindness and respect I received. Helpful and charming.

Colin Hornby

Colin Hornby - Consultant Solicitor

Originally from Widnes, Colin qualified as a Solicitor in August 2022 and has gained over 10 years’ experience of dealing with all types of family law during his career with various firms throughout the northwest. He has built a great reputation in his field for being compassionate and accessible to his clients whilst ensuring their best interest are always paramount.

Interesting Fact

Colin enjoys spending time with his four young children and although he once played for Everton FC, he is a Man United fan.

What clients say about Colin

Colin is very professional while having a friendly approach.

He gave me the information that helped me make important decisions in a difficult time.

Really helpful. Always available and quick to respond. I would 100% recommend using Colin.

Jennifer Baker

Jennifer Baker - Senior Conveyancing Executive/Head of Department

Jennifer has over 20 years’ experience working in solicitor firms specialising in Residential Conveyancing and Private Client work including Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney. She is currently undertaking the final step in her Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) qualification to become a Licensed Conveyancer.

Interesting Fact

Jennifer enjoys drawing, spending time with her family and her British bulldog - Ellie.

What clients say about Jennifer

I dealt with Jennifer Baker and couldn’t have asked for a more helpful person. She was always there to help when we weren’t sure what was going on as first-time buyers, was also very quick with dealing with everything and kept me up to date with all the information. Excellent.

I was very impressed; everything was dealt with promptly and I was kept fully informed each step of the way. Thank you Jennifer!

Jennifer was professional, supportive and very approachable. She did everything possible to meet our needs. Thank you!

Jacob Doyle

Jacob Doyle - Trainee Solicitor

Jacob has worked at PD Law for 9 years, initially on an ad-hoc basis whilst studying for his A ‘level and Degree qualifications before taking up a full-time position. He has since obtained a Masters in Qualifying Law in 2020 and is now undertaking his training to become a qualified Solicitor. He has gained experience working in Litigation, Personal Injury and Housing Dis-Repair.

Interesting Fact

Jacob enjoys playing golf, socialising with friends and attending music concerts.

What clients say about Jacob

Excellent service Jacob 10/10!

Jacob, Thank you so much for your hard work, flawless communication and tenacity.

Jacob was a great help for me, did everything in a fast and professional manner and I cannot thank him enough. Highly recommend for such a great service.

Jeanette Price

Jeanette Price - Legal Assistant

Jeanette has worked in the legal field for over 24 years and has a vast amount of experience having worked predominantly in residential conveyancing within North West law firms. Jeanette provides support across the residential conveyancing and private client team.

Interesting Fact

Jeanette enjoys cooking and spending time with her family.

Alison Quinn

Alison Quinn - Account Manager

Alison has held numerous financial accounting roles throughout her career whilst completing her studies to obtain her AAT Accounting qualifications. Her Accounts Manager role at PD Law is her first legal accounting role but her excellent financial accounting experience and skills will be a great asset for the continuing the development of the firm.

Interesting Fact

Alison enjoys country walks, music and socialising and to relax Alison likes to read a good book.

Jennica Cannon

Jennica Cannon - Accounts/Legal Administrator

Jennica joined PD Law straight from college having successfully obtained 3 A ‘Level’s including mathematics. She continued her studies on a day release basis and secured her AAT Level 2 accounts qualification. Jennica is undertaking study for her AAT Level 3 qualification. Jennica works with the Accounts Manager and provides legal administrative support across the firm.

Interesting Fact

Enjoys socialising with friends and is an avid fan of Liverpool Football Fan holding a season ticket and attending games with her family.

Sam Doyle

Sam Doyle - Legal Assistant

Sam originally joined PD Law on a part-time basis whilst undertaking studies at college and university. He now works full-time and is responsible for the firms marketing and social media as well as providing legal administrative support across the firm.

Interesting Fact

Sam enjoys playing golf, horseracing and socialising with his friends and family.