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07 June 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Seddons—Lara Nyman

Property disputes partner comes on board

London firm Seddons has welcomed Lara Nyman to the firm as a partner in the property disputes department.

Lara joins Seddons after five years as a partner with Howard Kennedy; she also previously served as head of property litigation at CKFT Solicitors. Lara advises landlords, tenants, developers and investors on a wide range of contentious commercial and residential property matters, including development disputes, ownership disputes, party wall matters, and rights of way.

Commenting on her appointment, Lara said: ‘I am both delighted and excited to be joining Seddons. The firm has an excellent reputation and I am looking forward to working alongside a strong and highly respected team and bolstering the breadth of experience offered to our clients.’

Managing partner Simon Ross added: ‘We are thrilled to welcome Lara to Seddons. She brings with her a great deal of expertise in her field, a vast knowledge of the property market, and an excellent reputation with her clients and peers alike. Lara’s talent will be an exceptional asset to both our commercial and residential dispute clients.’

 

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