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18 January 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Hewitsons—Ross Johnstone

Property expert joins as partner

The real estate team in Hewitsons’s London office has expanded with the arrival of Ross Johnstone as a partner.

Ross has joined the firm’s Blackfriars branch from west London firm Iliffes Booth Bennett Solicitors, where he was a partner in the commercial property group. He offers wide experience of the property law field, and advises developers of and investors in primary care centres, retail and residential properties, and shopping and retail centres, as well as corporate occupiers and property funders.

Ross commented: ‘I am delighted to be joining Hewitsons’ highly respected Real Estate team at such an exciting time for the firm. I look forward to working with the talented individuals in this ever-growing team to deliver first class legal services for our clients.’

Managing partner Colin Jones added: ‘This is a particularly exciting time for Hewitsons, as we continue to grow our various specialist teams across all four office locations.

‘I am pleased to be welcoming Ross to the firm. With his excellent track record, I have no doubt that he will play an important role in helping us to continue delivering the very best advice and services for our clients in London and elsewhere.’

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