Russell-Cooke has elected Matt Garrod as senior partner and Janice Gardner as deputy senior partner, with both appointments taking effect from 1 July 2025. Garrod (pictured, left), previously deputy senior partner, has been a key figure on the firm’s board and specialises in high-value real estate transactions. ‘It is a great honour to be elected senior partner,’ he says.
Gardner (right), a long-serving partner in personal injury and medical negligence, has built a highly regarded team and contributed extensively to firm governance. ‘I am grateful to Russell-Cooke for this opportunity and delighted to join the leadership team,’ she says.
Managing partner James Carroll welcomes the appointments, stating: ‘Both are long-serving members of Russell-Cooke and will bring abundant experience and energy to their new roles.’
The leadership transition follows significant firm growth, with Garrod succeeding Jonathan Thornton, who steps down as senior partner but continues in a consultancy role.
