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Sophie Wilson

Emma Bartram Team - Property

Trainee Solicitor

Sophie joined Bermans in March 2025 as a Trainee Solicitor and is currently working in our Property team in Liverpool.

She obtained a First Class Law Degree from the University of Liverpool before  completing her LPC and LLM at the University of Law.

Sophie is currently working on commercial property matters.

Outside of work, Sophie enjoys reading, travelling and long walks with her dog.

E: sophie.wilson@bermans.co.uk
T: 0151 224 0524

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James Harris

Emma Bartram Team - Property

Partner

James joined Bermans in February 2025 as a Partner in our Property Team based between the firms Liverpool and Manchester offices.

James studied Law and International Relations at Keele University and then went on to qualify as a solicitor in 2003.

He specialises in residential and commercial property development and works with high net worth individuals and owner managed businesses.

James is ranked by The Legal 500 and he won ‘Team of the Year (Property)’ at the Manchester Legal Awards (2023) for the work he carried out at a previous firm.

Outside of work, James is a keen triathlete and spends his spare time training whilst also looking after his young family.

E: james.harris@bermans.co.uk
T: 0151 224 0522

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Usha Sharma

Kris Roberts Team - Property

Usha qualified as a solicitor in 2000 and joined Bermans in December 2024 as a Partner in our Commercial Property Team.

Usha graduated with a pure LLB Honours law degree in Liverpool and subsequently undertook the Legal Practice Course at the College of Law in Chester. Prior to joining Bermans Usha has previously worked in a large international law firm and subsequently a large northern based firm.

 

 

Currently Usha has a focus on :

  • commercial property management and non-contentious landlord and tenant law
  • acquisition and disposal of freehold and leasehold business premises
  • specialist healthcare transactions such as dentists and pharmacies
  • portfolio management in respect of asset management matters, particularly shopping centres and other multi let properties.

A member of the Liverpool Law Society Equality Diversity & Inclusion Committee, sitting on the Cheshire and Merseyside Legal Diversity Group and leading her previous firms REACH Group (“Race Equality and Cultural Heritage”), Usha takes a keen interest improving diversity in law firms through access, recruitment and progression. She was named as a finalist in the 2023 Northern Power Women awards in the “Agent of Change” category.

Alongside her day job Usha is a keen chef and specialises in cooking Rajasthani recipes, handed down from her family.

Usha is recognised as a ‘Leading Associate’ by the Legal 500 (2025 edition) which notes Usha as a key name in Commercial Property in the Liverpool City Region.

E: usha.sharma@bermans.co.uk

T: 0151 224 0522

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Zaafir Hasan

Emma Bartram Team - Property

Post-Completions Paralegal

Zaafir joined Bermans in March 2024 and is a Post-Completions Paralegal in our Property team based in Liverpool.

He assists Bermans property team with a wide range of property matters, including residential and commercial property acquisitions and sales, residential and commercial developments and acquisitions and redevelopment of buy-to-let properties. Zaafir also liaises with HM Land Registry and other law firms to achieve our clients’ objectives.

Zaafirs qualifications include:

  • Professional Skills Course for Legal Practice –  School of Law, University of Central Lancashire, Preston (2023)
  • Master of Laws, Legal Practice Course – Liverpool John Moores University (2022)
  • Master of Laws, Qualifying Law Degree –  Liverpool John Moores University (2021)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Management – University of Liverpool (2007)

Outside of work, Zaafir enjoys reading, sightseeing, news/current affairs and beach and countryside dog walks. He also has a Golden Retriever who is his constant companion and best friend!

Contact Zaafir:

E:zaafir.hasan@bermans.co.uk

T:0151 224 0516

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Impact of Climate change on Property transactions

Emma Bartram News, News - Property and Construction, Team - Property

Shona Jones

Climate change is an undeniable global phenomenon with far-reaching consequences for our environment, economy, and society. While discussions often focus on its ecological and economic impacts, it is essential to recognise that climate change is also having a profound influence on property law. This article explores the potential impact of climate change in this context, highlighting the need for adaptation and innovation within the legal framework.

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