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04 November 2024
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Myers & Co—Francesca Rushworth

Newly qualified solicitor joins expanding team

Stoke-on-Trent law firm Myers & Co has strengthened its wills and probate team with the appointment of solicitor Francesca Rushworth.

Francesca trained at Clyde Chappell & Botham, which is also based in Stoke, and qualified in the summer. She specialises in private client work on matters such as wills, lasting powers of attorney and probate.

She said: “I’m looking forward to expanding my skills and knowledge as part of the Myers & Co team. There’s a lot of expertise here and I feel very welcomed as part of the expanding team.

“I love the community aspect of the firm and look forward to being able to make a positive difference with colleagues and clients.”

Managing director Tim Newsome said: “Francesca has gained a lot of experience since she graduated in 2020 and has shown great dedication to help her clients.

“She’s a great addition to our team and we are excited for her to continue to grow in her career journey with us.”

Established in 2005, Myers & Co offers a range of private client legal services across Staffordshire and beyond, including wills, LPA, Court of Protection matters and legacy arrangements.

In addition, it has specialists in dispute resolution, corporate and commercial work, residential and commercial property, intellectual property, civil litigation, employment and family law.

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