Makayla Phillips

Solicitor Civil & Commercial Litigation

Specialises in:

Bankruptcy & Winding Up Petitions

Personal & Corporate Insolvency

Statutory Demands

TOLATA - Claims and Defending such claims

Contested Wills, Probate and Inheritance Act claims

Contractual & Construction Disputes

Directors, Partnership and Business Disputes

Residential & Commercial Lease Disputes

Negligence Claims

Makayla qualified as a Solicitor in 2016 and joined F Barnes Limited in 2025. She specialises in all types of civil and commercial disputes, with a particular emphasis on Corporate and Personal Insolvency.

Makayla has a wealth of experience and she understands the needs and expectations of her clients. Over the years, Makayla has developed a strong ability to analyse complex and novel areas of law and is able to provide her clients with clear, pragmatic, and commercially focused solutions. She is known for her strategic approach and prides herself on not being a “tick-box” lawyer. One of Makayla’s great strengths is her ability to think outside the box to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients.

Outside of her legal career, Makayla enjoys spending time with friends and family. She is also a proud mum of two daughters, who keeps her on her toes and inspires her every day.