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01 May 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Cripps—15 promotions

Firms promotes 15, with Laura Wilson joining the partnership

Cripps has announced its latest round of promotions, effective from 1 May 2025. This year, 15 individuals have been promoted across both the legal and business services groups.

Among them is corporate lawyer Laura Wilson (pictured), who has been promoted to partner. Laura first joined the firm in 2015 and advises privately owned businesses, entrepreneurs and corporate groups on all aspects of corporate law, with a particular focus on transactional matters and the insurance sector.

The wider promotion round includes six individuals promoted to senior associate, four to managing associate, one to legal director and three within the business services team.

Commenting on the promotions, managing partner James Beatton said: 'Our people are central to everything we do. These promotions are a testament to their talent, dedication and continued contribution to Cripps. I’d like to congratulate each of them on this well-deserved recognition and look forward to seeing them thrive in their new roles and help us grow our business.'

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Clarke Willmott—Matthew Roach

Clarke Willmott—Matthew Roach

Partner joins commercial property team in Taunton office

Farrer & Co—Richard Lane

Farrer & Co—Richard Lane

Londstanding London firm appoints new senior partner

Bird & Bird—Sue McLean

Bird & Bird—Sue McLean

Commercial team in London welcomes technology specialist as partner

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