A different kind of International Women’s Day interview.

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To mark International Women’s Day 2026, our Managing Partner, Joanne Wescott, speaks openly about leadership, the challenges of being one of the few female managing partners in the legal sector, balancing family life and the imposter syndrome many senior women still experience.
This unique conversation see’s Jo interviewed by her husband Steve Lemon, fintech founder and now partner at Volution.
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Joanne Wescott frequently handles complex and high-profile cases
I have recommended Joanne personally to friends and loved ones. A formidable intellect, fantastic judgement, and a genuine care for her clients.
Joanne Wescott is a class act who is loved by clients, and respected by opponents and colleagues alike. Just who you want on your side if you need a family lawyer.
"A great team comfortably able to take on big-money, complex cases. Well led, enthusiastic, and with great judgement from top to bottom. Jo Wescott is top notch and widely recognised as a rising star throughout the profession. She brings a winning combination of great judgement, an immense work ethic, and a relaxed and charming way with opponents and clients alike. Someone you want on your side"
"It offers a good range of choices for finance work. Joanne Wescott will go far."
"Jo Wescott is top notch and widely recognised as a rising star throughout the profession. She brings a winning combination of great judgement, an immense work ethic, and a relaxed and charming way with opponents and clients alike. Someone you want on your side”
"Joanne Wescott is a very approachable and sensible opponent."
