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16 December 2020
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Thomson Snell & Passmore—multiple promotions

Firm announces 11 promotions

South East firm Thomson Snell & Passmore has announced 11 promotions across the team, including three new partners, five senior associates, one associate and two legal executive associates.

The three joining the partnership are Faye Cook in the corporate and commercial team, Alison Sparks in dispute resolution, and family specialist Helen Waite.

In the commercial property team, Oliver Butler and Doug Leapman have been promoted to senior associate, as have Rico Dexiades in dispute resolution, Helen Maddison-White in the probate team, and Michelle Rule in corporate and commercial.

Amy Lane in the tax planning team has been named as an associate, while probate specialists Kirsty Hancock and Sarah Crane will become legal executive associates.

Joanna Pratt, senior partner at Thomson Snell & Passmore commented: ‘I offer my warmest congratulations on these promotions, which are testament to the hard work and dedication demonstrated by all involved.

‘This is especially true this year, where we are still in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. As we all continue to navigate these strange times, I am confident our clients will continue to benefit from the diligent, trustworthy legal advice that our lawyers provide.’

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Laytons ETL—Maximilian Kraitt

Laytons ETL—Maximilian Kraitt

Commercial firm strengthens real estate disputes team with associate hire

Switalskis—three appointments

Switalskis—three appointments

Firm appoints three directors to board

Browne Jacobson—seven promotions

Browne Jacobson—seven promotions

Six promoted to partner and one to legal director across UK and Ireland offices

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