Expansion in the Midlands with new partners & legal director
HCR Law has announced the appointment of three new partners and a legal director in its Midlands offices. Terry Cooper, Lisa Kemp and Claire Pottinger join the firm as partners, while Katie Maxwell-Stewart takes on the role of legal director.
The Birmingham office welcomes Terry and Katie to its private client team. Katie, a specialist disputed wills, trusts and estates solicitor with over 15 years of experience, returns to HCR Law, where she began her career as a trainee in 2006.
Lisa and Claire both join HCR’s Worcester office. Lisa, who represents global household brands and regional businesses, brings valuable expertise to the employment and immigration team, addressing the increasing client demand driven by incoming changes in the employment landscape.
Claire is a further addition to the private client team. She specialises in lasting powers of attorney and administering trusts, has over 25 years’ experience in advising clients, and acts as a professional executor, trustee or attorney as required.
Rebecca Leask, partner and head of the firm’s Birmingham office, said: ‘These hires are significant for HCR Law and the services we provide to our clients nationally. They show that HCR Law continues to be an environment where leading talent wishes to join and contribute to our organisation.’
Charlotte Thornton-Smith, partner and head of the Worcester office, added: ‘The West Midlands presents numerous opportunities for businesses and individuals alike. Our recent growth is a testament to our dynamism as a law firm, as well as our commitment to delivering exceptional services with leading experts in their fields. I am delighted to welcome Terry, Lisa, Katie and Claire to HCR Law.’
Picture, left to right: Rebecca Leask, Charlotte Thornton-Smith, Terry Cooper, Claire Pottinger, Katie Maxwell-Stewart, Lisa Kemp, Michael Stokes and Beth King-Smith.
