Ian Winrow
Ian founded Winrow Solicitors in 2018, he is experienced in Employment Law having appeared in his first Employment Tribunal hearing in 2002. Since then he has represented both employee and employer many times, and as a Solicitor Advocate (Civil) he conducts his client’s Advocacy himself. He will provide you with clear pragmatic ‘no nonsense’ advice without giving you false expectations about your claim. Ian is a member of the Employment Lawyer’s Association, and the Solicitor’s Association of Higher Court Advocates.
Read MoreHe has an enviable success rate in claims he takes to Tribunal where his single‑minded stubbornness and tenacity see that clients are given every opportunity to achieve their aims. Until recently Ian lectured part-time at Bangor University’s Law School being module leader for Employment law.
Ian, was born and grew up in Yorkshire, in the then mining village of Askern. After leaving school he qualified as a teacher but in 1972 with his wife, Barbara, founded the well-known tourist attraction, Piggery Pottery and relocated to Wales in 1984. Until a few years ago, Ian played cricket for several clubs, latterly Bangor Cricket Club.
His hard-working, sports-oriented background has given him the desire to win, combined with a determination to see fair play.
Dr Tanya Herring
Dr. Tanya Herring is a Trainee Solicitor at Winrow Solicitors. Dr. Herring earned an LLM (honours) and Ph.D. in Law from Bangor University, focusing on International Criminal Law and International Human Rights, Transnational Law, Children’s Rights, and Refugee Law. She holds a Doctor of Management, an MBA, an MSA, and is a Certified Executive Manager. As a primary US Army (Retired Captain, Tanya has capacities that include contract specialist, labour relations with multiple federal agency collective bargaining organizations, mediation, and conciliation, as well as defending the rights of federal employees at the United States Employment Tribunals.
Read MoreAt Winrow Solicitors, we welcome Dr. Herring as she brings a wealth of employment law, global experiences, and knowledge from her travels in addressing international and national conventions (International Labour Organization – ILO; United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child), State obligations of the United Kingdom, policies, and practices in protecting the vulnerable, and empowering unheard voices to receive justice. Dr. Herring’s focus on the Winrow Solicitors’ team will include employment law and immigration matters, among other areas. The skills that she gained while working in other sectors have directly transferred to her skills as a Solicitor on our team. When dealing with Dr. Herring, you will always receive exceptional service and incomparable communication throughout your legal matters.
Bethany Cunningham
Bethany Cunningham is a Trainee Solicitor with a special interest in Family Law. Bethany obtained her law degree in 2022 and gained previously extensive experience working time in the family departments of various firms in the North-West of England focusing on all aspects of Divorce, Finances and Children matters including those arising from Domestic Violence.
Bethany prides herself on giving practical and realistic advice based on her clients’ personal circumstances. Her experience allows her to fully understand and guide clients through what can often be the most difficult process of their lives.
Read MoreBethany is currently completing her Postgraduate Legal Practice Course at University alongside her Training Contract with ourselves at Winrow Solicitors.
In her spare time, Bethany enjoys various outdoor activities such as climbing, snowboarding, hiking and paddleboarding. When not outdoors she’s baking and spending time with her family.