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17 September 2018
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Ashfords—Paul Butterworth

Property partner joins in Bristol

Ashfords LLP has appointed Paul Butterworth as a partner in its real estate department, sitting in the Bristol office.

Previously a senior partner in TLT’s property team, Paul headed the social housing practice and acted as joint head of the housing sector. He brings almost 30 years of experience in housing to the table, and has handled a vast array of major development projects, with particular expertise in regeneration.

Partner and head of the Bristol office Chris Dyson commented: ‘Paul's appointment is aligned to our strategic growth plan and further demonstrates our ongoing commitment to both expand our Bristol office and ensure that we continue to provide the highest levels of expertise and service for our clients.’

Paul added: ‘I am very happy to be joining such an experienced and highly regarded firm. It’s a great move for me given Ashfords’ high-profile clients both locally and nationally in the property sector.’

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