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23 August 2021
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Blaser Mills Law—Edward Lee

Law firm grows corporate offering with significant new hire

Blaser Mills Law, has announced the hire of new partner and head of corporate, Edward Lee, further enhancing its offering for business owners and investors.

With more than 30 years of legal experience, Edward has a track record of building teams, attracting new business and expanding international work, and will be responsible for growing Blaser Mills Law’s seven-strong corporate team and client base, as well as the value of transactions.

Alka Kharbanda, partner and chief operating officer at Blaser Mills Law, said: “We are very pleased to announce Edward’s appointment as part of the team’s ongoing expansion. His wealth of experience and expertise will ensure the team is positioned better than ever before to continue to progress and provide our corporate clients with an unrivalled service.”

Edward Lee added: “Blaser Mills Law’s strong reputation and the corporate team’s consistent success in finding innovative solutions to corporate challenges means this is an exciting move for me and a good fit for my practice.

“I look forward to leading the team in delivering excellence and helping clients grow, develop and achieve their commercial and strategic objectives.”

 

 

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