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Purdey Laytham

Legal Secretary

Purdey Jo Laytham is a dedicated conveyancing secretary in the Conveyancing Department at Smalleys, where she plays a key role in supporting Tracey Gretton, Conveyancing Solicitor, and the entire conveyancing team. With over 20 years of experience in the property market, Purdey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her position, making her an invaluable asset to the department.

Purdey’s career in the property industry has given her extensive experience in working with property developers, clients, and solicitors, which has equipped her with a deep understanding of the conveyancing process. She chose to specialise in conveyancing because it aligns with her passion for real estate and her desire to help clients navigate the often complex process of property transactions.

Known for her exceptional customer service, Purdey always goes above and beyond to meet the needs of her clients. She takes pride in providing the highest level of communication, ensuring that clients receive the support and advice they need throughout their conveyancing journey. Her efficiency, coupled with her approachable and bubbly personality, makes clients feel comfortable and confident when working with her.

What Purdey loves most about her job is the opportunity to provide clients with the guidance they need to feel secure and informed during their property transactions. She is committed to maintaining open lines of communication, which helps to alleviate the stress that often accompanies buying or selling a home.

Since starting her legal career in April 2023, Purdey has expanded her knowledge and skills within the property conveyancing department. She has thoroughly enjoyed learning from and supporting others in her team, and she looks forward to continuing to grow in her role.

Outside of the office, Purdey has a deep passion for the outdoors. She enjoys long walks in Derbyshire with her family and dogs, and she has a particular love for horses. Weekends often find her at the stables with her daughter, who is a keen rider. Purdey also loves supporting her son at football events and matches, making family time a priority.

Purdey Jo Laytham exemplifies the qualities of a committed and experienced conveyancing professional. Her dedication to her clients, combined with her extensive background in the property market and her warm, approachable nature, make her a key member of the Smalleys team.

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Setting up Lasting Power of Attorney for me and my wife, Marcia explained everything in detail including the role of attorneys. She was extremely helpfuil from initial contact on 24th September 2025 until the LPAs arrived, fully completed, on 11th February 2026. The registered paper LPAs have beern kept secure with our wills at Smalleys and Marcia has forwarded to us three certified copies should it become necessary to use them in the future. She even explained how to set up the LPAs online at www.gov.uk. So important to have these in place, so a big thank you to Marcia
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Excellent support from Marcia, though one of the most difficult times in our life. She has been extremely helpful.
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Deanne Taylor at Smalley's prepared modifications to my will. I requested slight changes and these were expedited while I waited. A friendly and efficient service
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We'd just like to thank Grace for the professional service she gave us our wills and LPA,S we would definitely Smalleys again and recommend them,thanks
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I have had excellent support and service from Smalleys now, from two different teams. Most recently, Louise and her team dealt with all business in a very sensitive and efficient manner with a very good outcome. A huge thank you to you all!
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I would highly recommend this Company, I was recently faced with sorting a very delicate legal matter after the death of my husband. Deanne Taylor and her personal assistant Lynne Tomkins dealt with this for me. Their compassion and professionalism made, what was a very distressing time, so much easier. They were both very kind and knowledgeable, exactly what you need in these situations. Thank you both.
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Very professional, quick and pleasant. Kept me informed all the way during making a will and change in land registration. Thank you Katie and Marcia.
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Linda D.
I have recently used Smalleys to draft a Declaration of Trust for a change in share ownership on a property. Marcia and Katie handled everything for me and they were quick to reply to emails and change anything I needed changing. Katie dealt with the signing and witnessing and she was lovely and friendly and immediately put us at our ease. Thank you
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My husband and I used Smalley,s to up date our wills and LPA it is an emotional time as no one likes to think of these things.Deanne Taylor dealt with us and straight away put us at ease.She pointed us in the right direction on several issues.Her manner was professional and very knowledgeable but also very understanding.We would strongly recommend this company.Thank you Smalley's.
Paul R.
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The service we received from Deanne Taylor and Lynne Tomkins was excellent, professional, knowledgeable, friendly and quick. We have dealt with the company before and have always found them to be very good and would recommend the company to anyone.
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