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Chelsea Jeffs
Chelsea is a Trainee Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution team in Ringwood.
Chelsea studied Law at Cardiff University, where she completed her LLB (Hons) before undertaking the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law, Southampton. Alongside her studies, she gained valuable experience in family law as a relief practitioner at a local child contact centre, and in criminal law through her role as an appropriate adult.
Before joining Frettens, Chelsea worked as a paralegal in the Litigation and Recoveries department of a local firm, developing her skills in contentious matters.
Chelsea joined the firm in September 2025 and has begun her training contract in the Wills and Tax department. She moved to her second seat in our Ringwood office and joined our Family Team. She is now completing her third seat in our Dispute Resolution team.
Outside of work, Chelsea enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring new restaurants, and taking long walks along the beach.