Shakespeare Martineau has significantly expanded its Milton Keynes office with six new appointments across real estate, restructuring, and conveyancing, as part of its national growth strategy. The new arrivals include two senior hires—Brian West and Susannah Lloyd—both joining as partners, alongside associate Carrie Sutton, solicitors Edward Moffat and Imran Ilias, and paralegal Sonia Williams-Gwaga.
Brian West, a residential development specialist with over 12 years’ experience, joins from Shoosmiths where he was partner and head of office. ‘There’s a great culture and energy here and I’m excited to contribute to the next phase of growth,’ he said. Susannah Lloyd, formerly chief legal officer at London Wall Group, will lead on real estate finance and family office work. ‘I’m excited to build a new real estate finance and family office team from the ground up,’ she commented.
Carrie Sutton returns to the firm with over 14 years’ experience in residential conveyancing, while Edward Moffat brings expertise in commercial and residential property transactions. Imran Ilias joins the restructuring and insolvency team, advising clients from individuals to FTSE 100 companies, and Sonia Williams-Gwaga will support the growing real estate team.
Jordan Glackin, head of the Milton Keynes office, said: ‘The addition of this talented cohort marks a major step forward in our mission to offer truly full-service, expert-led support to clients in the region and beyond.’ The appointments reflect the firm’s continued investment in high-growth areas and its commitment to regional expansion.
Image caption (top to bottom, left to right): Brian
West, Susannah Lloyd, Carrie Sutton, Edward Moffat, Imran Ilias and Sonia
Williams-Gwaga.
