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18 January 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Hedges Law—Tom McInerney

Firm welcomes head of private client in Oxford

South east firm Hedges Law has announced the arrival of Tom McInerney as the head of its private client team.

Joining the firm after almost eight years with Spratt Endicott Solicitors, is widely experienced in a range of private client matters, including wills, trusts, inheritance tax and wealth planning. He commented: ‘Hedges is a progressive and forward-thinking law firm, and I was delighted when they approached me. Their ethos is all around making a real difference to their clients, which is exactly the reason I practice law, to help to bring peace of mind during what can be a daunting or difficult time in peoples’ lives.

‘It’s a great time to join as the firm continues on its exciting trajectory and I really look forward to leading and progressing the private client department.’

Managing director Nicola Poole added: ‘It’s a real pleasure to announce Tom’s arrival amongst a number of other excellent new members of our expanding team at Hedges. I am so proud of our growth in size, depth and reach as a business over the years. Our clients often comment on our warm and friendly approach and we pride ourselves in being able to offer advice for life, supporting people through life’s journey—whether that’s buying a house, getting a divorce, starting or selling a business or safeguarding a loved ones’ inheritance.’

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