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Weightmans—Ian Hardman

08 February 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Partner addition bolsters built environment team

National firm Weightmans has welcomed construction and engineering specialist Ian Hardman to the practice as partner.

Prior to the move, Ian served as head of the non-contentious construction team at Brabners LLP, where he worked for 14 and a half years. Based in Weightmans’ Manchester office, he bring with him wide experience in advising on large building and engineering projects across a range of sectors, including education, retail, maritime and energy.

Ian commented: ‘Weightmans has an enviable reputation in providing a high quality, commercial service to clients in the construction sector, whilst drawing on the expertise of specialists from across the firm to provide a truly holistic service. I am looking forward to collaborating with colleagues and clients to deliver results and success for all. It is great to be here.’

Partner and head of construction Colette Morgan-Ford added: ‘Ian is joining us at an exciting time and it is a real testament to the team and wider firm that we are able to attract an expert with such an outstanding reputation to our quickly-growing department. He will play a pivotal role in our ongoing growth, and we are delighted to have made such a significant hire.’

 

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