Regulatory expert joins firm
Zaf Bashir is bringing more than 20 years’ experience to Knights Professional Services after joining the firm’s Derbyshire office as a partner in the regulatory team.
“The legal market has changed significantly throughout my career and after developing a strong client base and reputation in the East Midlands I was keen to join a quality firm like Knights,” explains Zaf.
“I wanted to find the right place to continue growing my profession and Knights is the perfect fit. As one of the most ambitious and forward-thinking firms in the UK, I’m really thrilled to be joining the team—it was the top choice.”
Zaf is one of seven partners to join the firm’s Derbyshire office in recent months, a pivotal time for Knights as it completes the major acquisition of regional firm Darbys Solicitors which will see Knights become a top-100 law firm with 400 people and a £40m turnover.
David Beech, CEO for Knights, says: “Zaf’s knowledge and expertise in business will help us to further bolster our offering to new and existing clients. The changing legal landscape is causing what’s been cited as a ‘war on talent’ and this appointment is just another example of the calibre of professional we are attracting at Knights.
“We’re not just a law firm, we understand the needs of businesses and are committed to delivering the best possible service to help them to grow.
“Zaf’s appointment is one of many in recent months that is not only putting our Derbyshire office on the map, but growing the network of professionals that will be based across seven regional offices.”
