Leasehold

Ian went to Exeter University to obtain a degree in Politics and subsequently to the College of Law in Guildford to obtain a degree in Law. Having qualified as a solicitor in 2010 he gained knowledge and experience at another local firm prior to joining Eldridges in January 2021.

Ian specialises in residential property and private client work, enjoying the variety each aspect provides. He regularly takes instructions from clients both local and further afield and many return to seek his advice in future matters knowing they will get an objective, professional service and a high level of client care and compassion in more sensitive matters.

In his spare time he enjoys the countryside and attending sporting events including rugby, cricket and horse racing.

Rachel re-joined Eldridges in 2015, having worked since 1994 for several Island-based law firms, and is now a valued member of our Residential Conveyancing team based in the Newport office. She studies with Associate of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) Law School and achieved Associate status in 2019, and is now continuing her development with a view to becoming a Chartered Legal Executive.

With her experience in residential conveyancing clients find her communication and objective but sensitive approach reassuring at what can be a stressful time.

Away from the office her young family keeps her busy and she enjoys walking along the Island’s stunning coastlines or in the countryside. On the rare occasions when she finds a minute to herself Rachel enjoys music and plays both the guitar and the cello.

Eldridges were very happy to welcome Josh in 2024, when he joined our busy Residential Conveyancing team. Josh qualified as a solicitor in 2020, and during his time has built up a vast range of knowledge and an array of contacts within the industry. Josh is able to assist in all aspects when it comes to buying and selling properties, as well as advising in relation to land law generally. Josh is also one of the few solicitors on the Isle of Wight who can deal with equity release matters.

Josh obtained his law degree from Portsmouth University before attending the University of Law in Guilford, where he completed the Legal Practice Course.

Outside of work, Josh is an avid football fan and skilled guitar player. Josh is also never one to pass up attending any social events with his family and friends.

Paula is currently assisting Ian Bradshaw, but she has just started her journey with CILEX to become a licenced conveyancer. She has been with the firm for three years as a secretary and embraces every challenge she is faced with. She is a valued member of the Eldridges team due to her compassionate and supportive nature which she also applies to her work when dealing with clients and other contacts during the course of an instruction.

Outside of work Paula spends a lot of time with her family and friends and enjoys long walks in the countryside and along the west Wight coastal paths.