Wilkin Chapman Solicitors has expanded its Beverley office with two partners and a solicitor.
Corporate and commercial law expert Alistair Latham joins as a partner along with Katie Wright who specialises in agricultural law. Probate specialist Lindsey Rhodes joins as a solicitor.
Alistair will focus on family and owner-managed businesses, providing services which include advice on structures, succession and commercial contract matters. With more than 25 years’ experience, he excels in his understanding of the issues of importance to business clients and says that the sector specialisms of Wilkin Chapman will help him to deliver an outstanding service.
Alistair said: 'The opportunity to work with experts across the firm to find the best solutions to clients’ needs attracted me to work here, along with the friendliness and enthusiasm of colleagues.'
Katie Wright will work in the thriving agricultural law department alongside farmers and landowners involved in diversification of which she has significant experience.
Kate commeted: 'Wilkin Chapman has a national reputation for agricultural law, and I saw this job as a superb long-term opportunity. I take great pride building strong relationships with my clients and getting to know their businesses so that I can offer the best legal solutions.'
Lindsey Rhodes, who joins Wilkin Chapman after a period working for an East Yorkshire firm, says that being a good probate solicitor requires more than an understanding of the legalities: 'It is about delivering an exemplary, ethical service in a language that people understand, at what can be a difficult time in their lives.'
Partner James Marsden, who is head of the Beverley office said: 'We are very pleased to have Alistair, Katie and Lindsey on board. We hope that they can fulfil their career ambitions with us and make a significant contribution to our clients’ success.'
