Maia studied at The University of Law from 2018 and finished in 2023 with her Undergraduate law degree/LPC/Masters course. Whilst in university, Maia became an ambassador and sat in a couple of work experiences in different areas of law. There, she joined extracurricular activities such as Street Law which teaches an area of law to the public e.g. schools or prisons. Prior to working at JWP, Maia worked as an appropriate adult in police stations making sure that the legal process had been followed and communication between everyone was correct. She has dealt with children who are in the care system and often created contact with welfare services in the area. Maia joined the Family Team as a Paralegal in January 2024, and began her Trainee Solicitor contract with the Care team in July 2025.