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26 November 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers
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Birketts—Daniel Irving

Birketts adds another line of defence

Top 100 law firm, Birketts, has announced the appointment of Daniel Irving as a Senior Associate and Barrister in its Regulatory and Corporate Defence team.

Daniel was formerly a member at Blackfriars Chambers, London, and has over ten years’ experience at the Bar. He has conducted trials in the Crown and Magistrates Courts and has advised on, and drafted responses to, public inquiries, including the Iraq Inquiry and the Undercover Policing Inquiry.

Matthew Gowen, Partner, Barrister and Head of the Regulatory and Corporate Defence team, said: ‘I am delighted to welcome another barrister to the team, which is a key stride in our ongoing journey to delivering the very best client service. I am confident that Daniel’s expertise will further bolster our team.’

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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Newcastle & North of England Law Society—Lesley Fairclough

Newcastle & North of England Law Society—Lesley Fairclough

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Devonshires—four promotions

Firm promotes four senior associates to partner in annual round

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Fieldfisher—John McElroy & Daniel Hayward

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