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18 March 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Harper James—Edward Kilner

Commercial technology & IP associate joins in Birmingham

Harper James Solicitors has bolstered the Birmingham team with the appointment of commercial solicitor Edward Kilner.

Edward joins the firm after four and a half years with Harrison Clark Rickerbys in Worchester. He provides expertise in a wide range of commercial matters, as well as technology and IP issues.

Commenting on Edward’s appointment, Toby Harper, CEO of Harper James, said: ‘Welcoming Edward to the team signals great start to 2019, following a successful 2018 and our expansion into both Birmingham and Cambridge. With the addition of Edward’s knowledge and experience within the commercial law arena we are able to build upon our current team, and further strengthen our offering to clients in the West Midlands.’

Edward added: ‘Joining such an innovative, pioneering law firm is a key step forward for me and I look forward to being a part of the business as it strives for further growth in 2019 and beyond.’

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