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07 April 2022
Issue: 7974 / Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Cripps Pemberton Greenish—Nicholas Fisher

Law firm welcomes banking and finance partner

Law firm Cripps Pemberton Greenish has recently welcomed lawyer Nicholas Fisher to its banking and finance practice.

Joining the firm as a partner, Nick (pictured) has over 30 years’ experience in advising on a wide range of banking and finance transactions as well as insolvency and restructuring projects.

Nick was formerly the principal of award-winning banking law firm, Tudeley Law. Prior to that he was head of banking and finance at a number of firms including Osborne Clarke, Simmons & Simmons and Druces.

Nick has led teams in award-winning transactions and has been named as a bank-lending expert in the Legal 500 and Chambers directories.

Speaking of his new role, Nick said: 'I’m delighted to join Cripps. I am looking forward to building upon my experience and continuing to provide high-quality, effective legal advisory services to banks, financial institutions and other key clients.'

James Beatton, head of Cripps’ corporate practice, added: 'With his extensive experience in banking, finance, restructuring and insolvency and his track record of providing impeccable client service, we are delighted to have Nick onboard. 

'These areas are key to our growth plans and Nick’s appointment will certainly strengthen our offering.'

Issue: 7974 / Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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