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16 April 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Freeths—81 appointments

Firm bolsters team with significant promotions across various departments

Leading law firm Freeths has announced 81 promotions for 2025, including nine new partners. The firm is committed to inclusivity, with 50% of those promoted being women. Karl Jansen, national managing partner (pictured), commented: 'I’m delighted to announce the promotions of over 80 of our most talented people.'

In Nottingham, Jade Flint and Rachel Gaffney have been promoted for their exceptional work in commercial dispute resolution and private client dispute resolution, respectively. In Milton Keynes, corporate lawyer Natalie Drought and tax expert Matthew Switzer have advanced their roles. Mohammed Abbas in Birmingham has been recognised for his success in M&A work.

Matthew Kelly in Manchester has been acknowledged for his leadership in restructuring and insolvency. In Oxford, Lisa Mark-Bell has been promoted for her work with high-net-worth clients. Sheffield's Toby Pochron and Ciaran Dearden have been elevated for their reputations in employment and commercial dispute resolution.

MOVERS & SHAKERS

mfg Solicitors—Hayley Pearce & Lauren Williams

mfg Solicitors—Hayley Pearce & Lauren Williams

Law firm mfg Solicitors announces promotions at Ludlow office

Womble Bond Dickinson—Richard Sharpe

Womble Bond Dickinson—Richard Sharpe

Womble Bond Dickinson appoints partner in Leeds residential team

Brabners—six promotions

Brabners—six promotions

Brabners adds six to partnership in record year for partner promotions

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