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22 January 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Ellisons—Ian Johnston & Jonathan Insley

Partners appointed in private client and employment teams
Ellisons has strengthened its private client and employment teams in Essex with the appointment of two highly experienced partners; taking the total number of partners at the firm to 34.

Ian Johnston (pictured, left) joins as a partner in the private client team, bringing over 16 years of expertise in wills, trusts, and probate. Ian specialises in complex tax and succession planning for business owners and farmers, as well as advising on the efficient use of trusts and estate administration.

Ian said: 'I’m really looking forward to getting started. The opportunity to join Ellisons’ highly regarded Private Client team was simply too good to turn down. Over the years the team has built a fantastic reputation and Ellisons is known for providing exceptional client service.'

Jonathan Insley (right) joins as a partner in the employment team in Chelmsford. With over 15 years of experience in employment law, Jonathan advises businesses and individuals on a range of matters, including bespoke employment documentation, senior exits, redundancies and workplace disputes. Known for his commercially sound and pragmatic advice, Jonathan is also a member of the Employment Lawyers Association.

Jonathan commented: 'It’s a really exciting time to join Ellisons. I’m looking forward to supporting clients with their employment law challenges and contributing to the firm’s strategic growth in the region.'

Guy Longhurst, managing partner at Ellisons, concluded: 'We are thrilled to welcome Ian and Jonathan to the firm. Both are leaders in their respective fields and bring a wealth of experience to our Private Client and Employment teams. They join us at a time when the Autumn Budget and the new Employment Rights Bill mean clients are clamouring for expert advice in these areas. Their arrival underlines our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and meeting the evolving needs of our clients across Essex and Suffolk.'

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