Meet the team
The people (and dogs) behind the sold boards.
Chris Lawson BA (Hons), FNAEA (Comm) - Partner
Chris has over 35 years of experience of commercial property in Sussex. He is currently a fellow of Propertymark.Chris has served as President of Uckfield Chamber of Commerce in 1991, 1994 and 1996. He is a former Vice-Chairman of Sussex Heritage Trust and former Chairman of their Property Awards Committee taking a keen interest in the property heritage of Sussex. In 2015 he rejoined Uckfield Chamber of Commerce Committee as a Vice President. He was elected as President again in 2018 and remained President through 2019 and 2020, stepping down in March 2021. He is currently Head of Fundraising & Management for Friends of Sussex Hospices, a charity established in 1995 to raise funds to support the 13 Hospice care providers serving adults & children in Sussex.
Mrs Julia Lawson BSc (Hons) - Partner
Steve Campbell BSc MNAEA (Comm)
Steve assists in both the Agency and Professional/Management Departments. He has successfully completed a series of courses and exams and is now a fully qualified member of Propertymark. He is also a licensed drone pilot and operates the Firm's drones able to carry out aerial surveys and produce high quality aerial photographs.
Robin Mallinder
Robin began his career at 16, selling solar panels, where he honed his sales skills and discovered his passion for connecting with customers. While in college, he shifted to selling fragrances, blending his interest in marketing with hands-on experience in retail.
After earning his BTEC Level 3 in Creative Media, Robin joined an international insurance firm, specialising in motor incidents. Over six years, he developed a deep understanding of customer service and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Seeking a change from the screen, Robin transitioned to property sales and is currently pursuing his Level 3 qualification with Propertymark, focusing on commercial sales and lettings.
Outside of work, Robin enjoys capturing street and landscape photography with his film camera. Residing in Brighton, he loves walking his dog, Mac, along the beach and hitting the local gym. In his downtime, you can find him strategising over a game of chess.
Delight Akerejola AssocRICS
Delight recently joined the Firm as a commercial surveyor having completed an apprenticeship at a local surveying practice. He has recently obtained AssocRICS membership and also RICS Registered Valuer designation. He is working alongside Robert and Claudia in the professional department undertaking valuations, rent reviews, lease renewals and property management where he is keen to expand his experience.
Delight has a strong academic record and a Level 3 Construction Contracting Operations NVQ Diploma. Outside of work Delight enjoys reading and learning about ancient history. He also enjoys playing football for his local club as well as coaching football across East Sussex. He is also a dab hand at painting and decorating.
Miss Gillian Williamson
Robert Prall, AssocRICS - Consultant
With over 20 years of experience in the property business, Robert was previously Head of Asset Management for a large UK charity, managing a team of 8 Estate Surveyors looking after over £1bn of residential and commercial assets. As a general practice Surveyor, he has broad experience of many varied property matters from refurbishments, disposals and acquisitions to general property management.
Living locally, Robert enjoys the countryside and can be found on regular walks with his Labrador on Ashdown Forest or the South Downs. As a member of the MCC, he is a keen follower of the English Cricket team …for better or worse! When not in East Sussex, Robert and his wife are often in Cornwall, where they are refurbishing a cottage.
Claudia Grattarola BA(Hons) MCD MSc MRICS DipArb- Consultant
The Canine Team
Buzz & Annie (Springer Spaniels)
Previous Canine Team Members
Toffee (Chocolate Labrador cross Husky)
Cleo (Collie cross Husky)
