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01 April 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Forbes Solicitors

Triple qualification in Walton Summit

North west firm Forbes Solicitors has celebrated the qualification of three of its members as solicitors.

Newly qualified solicitors Olivia Jack, Michael Rutter and Lucy Bailey are all based in the firm’s Walton Summit office. Olivia (pictured, left), who works in the firm’s dispute resolution department, will focus her practice on contentious trusts and probate matters, as well as general civil and commercial disputes. Michael (centre) is part of the firm’s commercial property team, and advises a wide range of commercial clients on property transactions, in addition to assisting agricultural clients on land and property matters. Lucy (right) is also a member of the dispute resolution department, and focuses on commercial litigation with particular interest in construction litigation and data protection claims.

Siobhan Hardy, senior partner at Forbes, said: ‘We are delighted that Olivia, Michael and Lucy are beginning the next stage of their careers with us and I wish them every success.’

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