Foot Anstey—Tom Kershaw

National law firm Foot Anstey has announced the appointment of Tom Kershaw as Retail & Consumer Partner in its Manchester office. Tom, who previously served as General Counsel and Company Secretary at boohoo group, joins Foot Anstey during a period of ambitious growth as the firm establishes itself as a truly national entity.

Tom brings a decade of experience from one of the UK's fastest-growing retailers, enhancing Foot Anstey's retail and consumer offering in Manchester and across the North of England. His practice focuses on commercial matters, regulatory investigations, ESG, and corporate reputation management.

Tom said, 'Retailers are navigating a perfect storm of challenges right now... but that’s exactly what makes it such an exciting space to be in as a lawyer.'

Managing Partner Martin Hirst commented, 'Tom joins us at a pivotal moment in our growth strategy... Tom will not only prove to be an indispensable asset to clients but also a key driver in solidifying our credentials at a national level.'

Tom's arrival follows the appointment of IP and Media expert Melanie McGuirk earlier this year, further consolidating Foot Anstey's retail offering in the North.