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06 September 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Langleys Solicitors

Team strengthens with seven promotions

Langleys Solicitors has announced the promotion of seven of its team members.

The promotional round has included one partner promotion, of former senior associate Amy Cowdell in the agricultural law team. In addition, private client specialists Edward Allen and Hester Mills, and occupational disease expert Victoria Reynolds have been promoted to senior associate positions. Oliver King, Debra Jackson and Rachel Witherick have all moved from solicitor to associate.

Claire Brown, HR director at Langleys Solicitors, said: ‘At Langleys, we take great pride in our people. We know that our team is the key to our success as we aim for growth and that by continuing to develop the very best talent, we can continue to achieve positive outcomes for our clients and offer outstanding customer service. These latest promotions are testament to that.’

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Forbes Solicitors—Stephen Barnfield

Forbes Solicitors—Stephen Barnfield

Regulatory team boosted by partner hire amid rising health and safety demand

Arc Pensions Law—Kris Weber

Arc Pensions Law—Kris Weber

Legal director promoted to partner at specialist pensions firm

Clarke Willmott—Jonathan Cree

Clarke Willmott—Jonathan Cree

Residential development capability expands with partner hire in Birmingham

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