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Morton Fraser—Chris McLeish, Andrew Walker & Jack Kerr

03 December 2021
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Scottish law firm appoints three partners
Morton Fraser has appointed three partners across its real estate, corporate and private client teams. 

Two have come from other firms, with Chris McLeish joining Morton Fraser’s real estate team from DWF and Andrew Walker joining the corporate team from Addleshaw Goddard. Marking ongoing investment in existing talent, Jack Kerr has been appointed as a partner in the private client team.

Of his appointment, Chris McLeish said: 'I’m delighted to make the move to Morton Fraser to focus on the Scottish market and work with an impressive roster of clients.'

Andrew Walker added: 'Like Chris I’m looking forward to working with Morton Fraser’s clients, and with the wider corporate team, to help businesses navigate a challenging time.'

Speaking of his promotion after eight years at Morton Fraser, Jack Kerr said: 'I’m thrilled to become a partner. The mentorship and development opportunities I’ve had through the partners in the private client team and wider business have been invaluable.'

Chris Harte, CEO at Morton Fraser, said: 'At a time when top talent is in such high demand, we’re delighted to appoint these three ambitious and talented individuals who will really bolster some of our key practice areas.'

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