Founders & Directors

Vanessa Challess

Director · Head of SME Services

Founder and Director, Vanessa Challess advises owner-managers on commercial and corporate law. Qualifying in 2003 and starting in corporate and commercial litigation, she has since broadened her focus, supporting clients with M&A, exits, succession planning, and complex commercial agreements, and now heads up the commercial dispute resolution team. Her entrepreneurial experience gives her genuine insight into business clients' needs. Known for clear, cost-effective advice, she leads her team to provide proactive, accessible service. A mother of three, Vanessa speaks Greek and basic Albanian and is recognised for her honest, down-to-earth approach.