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12 July 2012
Issue: 7522 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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Promotions at Birkett Long

Five staff receive promotions

Birkett Long has announced the promotions of Wendy Kelly, Helen Pettican, Emma Waters and Emma Wraight, who become associates, and of Claire Read, who becomes equity partner. Wendy has been the chief cashier of the firm for more than 20 years. Helen started as a secretary before working her way up to quality manager in her 25 years at the firm. Emma Waters is a member of the personal tax, trusts and probate team. Emma Wraight specialises in commercial and residential property law and Claire is head of personal tax, trusts and probate in Chelmsford.

Issue: 7522 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

HFW—Nelson Wang

HFW—Nelson Wang

HFW strengthens global insurance practice and Greater China offering with London Partner hire

Burges Salmon—David McEwing

Burges Salmon—David McEwing

Burges Salmon boosts Energy and Utilities practice with appointment of David McEwing

Browne Jacobson—Alexander Studholme

Browne Jacobson—Alexander Studholme

Browne Jacobson adds international construction arbitration partner in London push

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