Nigel Pullen LLB (Hons) – Solicitor
As mentioned in the News section, the business has undergone some changes since 1st November, 2025 following its 40th birthday. Whilst remaining as a Director, Nigel has passed the day to day control of the Practice to his colleague, James Moores who became managing director. Nigel is now chairman and will continue to Practice as a solicitor but on a more-limited basis assisting his colleagues in commercial property and private client matters with the intention of being based more in his Spanish office!
Away from the office when not helping out with grandparental duties for his four granddaughters, although he cannot ride motorbikes anymore, he remains a 4-wheel petrolhead keen to attend the Le Mans 24 hours and Goodwood events, as well as scuba diving, plane spotting and holidaying in the sunshine.
[1st Pic] Nigel & Vanessa at her graduation
The certificate in my collection of which I am most proud. The day in 1980 when I was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court signed off by possibly the greatest judge and legal mind of his era, Lord Denning, Master of the Rolls
E-Mail Nigel: nigel@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Vanessa Pullen BSc (Hons) – Solicitor
Born and raised in the local area Vanessa is a Director who qualified in 2015 and since returning to the office part time after the birth of Esme, Vanessa specialises in private client work: Wills, Trusts & Lasting Powers of Attorney.
Before beginning her training contract at the practice Vanessa was a real estate paralegal at city firm Eversheds.
Vanessa is an affiliate member of Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and a Dementia Friend.
Outside of work Vanessa enjoys travelling, keeping fit and gymnastics.
E-Mail Vanessa: vanessa@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Vanessa has now returned from maternity leaving and will be in the office on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Here’s little Esme, taken at her first birthday BBQ 
Vanessa gave birth to a new baby daughter on Saturday, 16th March. Here’s Esme with her new baby sister
James Moores – Solicitor
Jim joined the Practice in March 2021 after qualifying at a multi-national law firm, followed by an early legal career in Exeter. He was appointed as a Director in October 2022. He is our commercial property lawyer and specialises in commercial work, leases, refinancing, corporate structuring, and mergers and acquisitions – as well as dealing with residential conveyancing. He offers a depth of local knowledge and helps clients by taking the stress out of buying and selling property, land and businesses.
Having grown up on the North Cornish coast, Jim has a passion for surfing. When not in the sea, he’ll be close by with his dog, Rocky.
Email Jim: james@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Paul Combellack FCCA – Finance Director
Paul was appointed as Finance Director in January 2016 and maintains the accounts for the practice. He is based in the office on a Tuesday and Friday. Paul is a qualified Chartered Certified Accountant.
Paul’s interests away from the office include church activities, amateur dramatics and cricket, where he is often found impersonating a duck. He is married to Mary Louise and has four lovely children. In his spare time he campaigns for world peace.
Email Paul: paul@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Jim Hilton
Jim joined the Practice in April 2025 and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. Jim deals with probate matters and has experience in preparing Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney documents and applications to the Court of Protection.
Away from work Jim is a very family orientated person who dotes on his 6 grandchildren. Jim enjoys running, cycling, football and most sports and often visits the cinema and theatre.
Julia Beard – Paralegal
Julia is a Paralegal and deals with Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Elderly Client Affairs. She also has considerable experience of applications to the Court of Protection in respect of persons for whom Nigel Pullen or Vanessa Pullen has been appointed Deputy by the Court of Protection. When not in the office, Julia enjoys reading, walking, tennis and is married with two grown up daughters.
Email Julia: julia@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Stephanie Tellam
Stephanie joined the Practice in 2007 as a Secretary and worked her way up to a Conveyancing Executive. Stephanie deals with a variety of matters including residential freehold and leasehold conveyancing, re-mortgages and new build properties.
In her spare time Stephanie likes to play a military-style game, airsoft, and owns a local airsoft company with her husband.
Email Steph:stephanie@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Maria Baldry – Legal Secretary
Maria, another very experienced Legal Secretary, having started as an office junior in 1988. She came to Davies Partnership in 2015 and supports both Julia Beard and Nigel Pullen. She is married and has a very ‘sporty’ son. She can be found at the side of Rugby pitches during the winter and Cricket pitches during the summer (and supporting the Clubhouse bar). When time permits she enjoys socialising with friends.
Email Maria: maria@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Bethany – Trainee CILEX Paralegal
Bethany joined the firm in September 2024, and is currently studying to be a qualified CILEX Paralegal.
She has a son Alfred, born in 2022, who keeps her on her toes when she is not working! In her spare time she enjoys baking and keeping fit.
Email Bethany: bethany@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Helen – Practice Manager
In her spare time, Helen enjoys spending time with her daughter, family, and friends. Helen is a big fan of early morning gym sessions and keeping active.
She enjoys making the most of her free time, exploring Cornwall and taking long walks, most importantly, having a good laugh and making memories along the way.
Rosina Benney – Secretary
Rosina joined the firm in 2020 having returned to Cornwall after studying history at university.
Outside of work she enjoys reading, amateur dramatics, gardening and looking after her cats, guinea pigs and chickens.
Linda Hunt – Secretary
Linda has recently joined the firm as a secretary. In her spare time she enjoys pilates and yoga and keeping fit as well as walking, socialising and cooking.
Email Linda: linda@pullendaviessolicitors.co.uk
Office Canines
At various times you may see one or more of the four dogs that help out in the office:
Ruan [belongs to Vanessa], Bandit [belongs to Steph], Rocky [belongs to James], Ted [belongs to Natasha] and Paddy [belongs to Sophie]
Meetings by appointment!