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06 September 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Gardner Leader—Hannah Davies & Clare King

Solicitors return to practice with Back to Law scheme

South East firm Gardner Leader has announced the appointments of solicitors Hannah Davies and Clare King via its Back to Law programme.

Hannah (pictured) is returning to practice after a seven-year career break. She took part in the firm’s month-long Back to Law internship, and will now take up a part-time role in the corporate and commercial team in Maidenhead. She is experienced in a wide range of matters including commercial contracts, M&A deals, joint ventures and compliance.

Clare has joined the firm’s commercial team in Newbury after also having taken a seven-year break from practice. She has 21 years of experience in commercial property work, including portfolio management and landlord and tenant matters.

Derek Rodgers, Gardner Leader’s managing partner, said: ‘We’ve always been a firm supporter of providing workplace policies and initiatives that support working parents and create an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace culture.

‘We’re delighted that Hannah and Clare could join the team as they’re experienced in their specialist areas, have a strong work ethic and are brilliant with addressing the clients’ needs.’

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