Sintons is celebrating a major professional milestone as Alexandra Bastow, a key member of the firm’s specialist Neurotrauma team, has officially achieved ‘Chartered Paralegal’ status with CILEX (The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives).
The achievement places Alexandra in an elite bracket of legal professionals nationwide. She is one of only 100 paralegals across the entire country to hold this highly respected, chartered designation—a testament to her legal expertise, dedication, and the rigorous standards she maintains in her work.
As part of Sintons’ renowned Neurotrauma team, Alexandra works daily on highly complex, life-changing cases, supporting clients and families navigating serious brain and spinal cord injuries. Attaining Chartered Paralegal status not only highlights her personal command of complex legal frameworks but also reinforces the high level of specialised expertise Sintons brings to its clients.
Reflecting on her achievement, Alexandra Bastow said: “Attaining Chartered Paralegal status with CILEX is a proud milestone in my career. Working within Neurotrauma requires not just legal precision, but a deep commitment to guiding clients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Having my skills and dedication recognised at this national level is incredibly rewarding. I’m immensely grateful to the team at Sintons for their unwavering support and for providing an environment where I can continually push my professional boundaries.”
For Sintons, Alexandra’s success is a shining example of the firm’s deeply ingrained commitment to nurturing talent from within and providing clear, structured pathways for career progression.
Sharon Cooper, Head of People Services at Sintons, commented: “We are absolutely thrilled for Alexandra. Becoming one of only 100 Chartered Paralegals in the country is an outstanding achievement and a well-deserved recognition of her hard work and talent. At Sintons, our people are our greatest asset. We pride ourselves on cultivating a culture of continuous learning and development, ensuring our team has the backing they need to reach the very top of their game. Alexandra’s milestone beautifully reflects that commitment, and we are incredibly proud to have her representing the firm and our clients.”
