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Slater Heelis—ten promotions

09 April 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Ten promoted across a range of practice areas

Slater Heelis has announced a series of promotions across its legal teams, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to career progression and professional development from within. Following a rigorous application and assessment process, ten individuals have now been recognised for their outstanding contributions and dedication.

The wills and probate team has seen promotions for four individuals with Charlotte Otton and Ashleigh Kelly both promoted to Associate Partner whilst Richard Kershaw and Paul Baker assume new roles as Associate Solicitors.

The residential property team sees promotion for David Jones to Associate Partner and Helen Taylor to Associate Chartered Legal Executive.  Alex Barley has been promoted to Partner in the personal injury team and Claire MacKenzie is now Partner in court of protection.  Finally, Chloe Huggins is promoted to Associate Solicitor in the family team and Laura Burnett to Associate Partner in the employment law team.

Rachel Fletcher, Managing Partner at Slater Heelis said: 'We are incredibly proud of our newly promoted colleagues, whose dedication and talent continue to enhance our firm’s reputation and service excellence. Their promotions reflect not only their professional achievements but also their commitment to collaboration, innovation and delivering exceptional client outcomes which is at the very heart of our business ethos. At Slater Heelis, we are passionate about nurturing talent, and we look forward to seeing them flourish in their new roles.'

Image caption (L-R): David Jones, Helen Taylor, Richard Kershaw, Charlotte Otton, Ashleigh Kelly, Paul Baker, Chloe Huggins & Alex Barley

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