• Office
  • 1 Amphora Place
  • Sheepen Road
  • Colchester
  • Essex
  • CO3 3WG
  • Tel: 01206 217300

Charlotte Burkert

Solicitor

I am a solicitor in the Dispute Resolution team, with a wide range of litigation experience, including insolvency, debt recovery, director/shareholder disputes, and equine.

Regardless of the challenge, my number one aim is to find pragmatic and commercially sensible solutions for my clients. I always take a proactive approach and communicate with my clients as clearly as possible to ensure they fully understand the litigation process, whether at the pre-action stage or during proceedings.

I studied for my law degree at the University of Sunderland whilst living in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Whilst studying, I worked as a legal assistant predominantly in the Prison Law and Criminal Defence Department, assisting with preparation and attending parole hearings and Crown Court trials. I also volunteered as a court-based Witness Support with the Citizen’s Advice Bureau Witness Service, assisting prosecution and defence witnesses through the court process. In May 2019, I returned to Essex and started my career at Birkett Long in July 2019. I went on to study the Legal Practice Course combined with a Masters in Professional Legal Practice at the University of Law in London, which I graduated from in 2021.

I am an avid horse rider with 24 years of experience in the equestrian world. I have owned horses from a very young age and continue to do so today. I enjoy spectating competitions, competing locally and training. I have a strong interest in Equine Law, given my extensive knowledge of the area. I understand the issues that horse owners or equestrian businesses may meet, which is why having a solicitor with equestrian knowledge is paramount when seeking legal advice and assistance. Examples of issues which may arise include, but are not limited to, sale and purchase disputes, recovery of unpaid livery, veterinary disputes, livery agreements, sale and purchase agreements, equestrian business sales, or loan agreements.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS:

  • Qualified as a Solicitor in 2023
  • Higher Diploma in Paralegal Practice
  • Law Degree (LLB Hons)
  • Legal Practice Course (LPC)
  • Master of Laws in Professional Legal Practice (LL.M)
  • Associate member of R3

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What our clients say

  • I'm really glad I approached Birkett Long to act on my behalf of a business dispute. Charlotte was very professional and knowledgeable; she provided me with advise and despite everything being in legal terms she didn’t hesitate to explain these to me. Her communication was great and I felt very at ease.
  • The team is a good size with a range of experience at different levels. It is well-organised and focuses on client care. -Legal 500 2024