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31 October 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Maguire Family Law—Honor Giles & Frances Bentley

Double promotion in family law boutique

Boutique family law firm Maguire Family Law has announced the double promotion of Honor Giles and Frances Bentley to associate solicitor positions.

Honor (left), who joined the firm in 2017, advises clients on divorce, financial arrangements, children matters and domestic abuse. Frances (right) deals primarily with relationship breakdown including divorce, children and cohabitation issues, and also joined the firm in 2017. Both Honor and Frances are based in the Wilmslow office.

James Maguire, managing director of Maguire Family Law, commented: ‘I’m delighted to be announcing Honor and Frances’ promotions. They are both exceptional solicitors who have proven more than ready to take on the role of associate.

‘During the past few years they have shown themselves to be extremely capable in both their understanding and delivery of the law, but also in their commitment to exceptional client care.’

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