Deya is a second-seat trainee in the real estate, planning and construction team, having previously undertaken a seat in the trust and estate disputes team.

Before joining Russell-Cooke, Deya graduated with a degree in law from the University of Bristol in 2023. She gained a distinction in her LPC (LLM) at the University of Law in 2025.

Deya believes in a human approach. She has worked in both private and NHS hospitals and has experience assisting in primary and secondary schools.

• LLB Law at the University of Bristol, gaining a 2:1. 
• LPC LLM at the University of Law, with Distinction.