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09 May 2018
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Browne Jacobson—Iain Blatherwick

Firm’s managing partner appointed for fourth term

The managing partner of Browne Jacobson Iain Blatherwick has been unanimously reappointed for his fourth term. Iain will continue to serve for a further three years as managing partner from 1 May.

Iain has led the firm since his appointment in 2009, and during his tenure has overseen the opening of new offices in Exeter and Manchester, as well as the doubling of the firm’s total headcount and number of partners.

Iain said: ‘It is a great privilege to have played a part in the firm’s success. I am delighted that the partners have placed their confidence in me to lead the business for another three years.

‘My focus will be to continue to drive the business forward whilst ensuring that our commitment to exceptional client service and ethos of placing our people at the heart of our business remains central to our approach.’

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