Businesswoman Renowned trademark attorney strengthens specialist service at Ward Hadaway Leading Leeds-based law firm Ward Hadaway has announced a key strategic appointment to its intellectual property team. Sonia Burgess, a highly experienced chartered trademark attorney, joins the team bringing with her considerable specialist expertise in trademark law. She has a rich, specialist background, having trained with a national intellectual property By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Gordons advises FOD Mobility Group on transport for West Midlands appointment Law firm Gordons has advised multi-platform technology company FOD Mobility Group on its appointment by Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) to deliver a new mobility as a service (MaaS) travel app for the region. Saltaire-headquartered FOD Mobility Group is a market-leading technology provider, focusing on both corporate and consumer mobility. By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Yorkshire law firm in the running for duo of industry awards Law firm Ison Harrison has been shortlisted for two awards at the Yorkshire Legal Awards, one of the legal sector’s most prestigious industry events. The firm is in the frame in the Law Firm of the Year (medium) and Corporate and Commercial Law Firm categories. Ison Harrison won the By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Levi Solicitors highly commended at the Modern Law Private Client Awards Levi Solicitors have been recognised at the inaugural Modern Law Private Client Awards 2023 in Liverpool last month. These awards were launched specifically to celebrate and champion the incredible work being delivered across the Private Client industry. The winners of all 19 categories were revealed at a gala dinner at By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Chadwick Lawrence creates new Court of Protection Team Leading law firm Chadwick Lawrence is pleased to announce the establishment of a new Court of Protection team in response to a significant increase in demand for services in this area. The firm has appointed Grace Armstrong as the first member of the team, further enhancing its capacity to assist By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Gordons hired by Sheffield based housebuilder for residential conveyancing Sheffield-based housebuilder Honey has appointed law firm Gordons to handle the residential conveyancing on its first development, a 50-home scheme. Work has already started on site and the first residents are expected to move into their new homes next March. A team from Gordons led by partner and head of By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Keoghs continues expansion with the opening of a new office in Leeds Keoghs, a Davies business, has announced the opening of a new office in Leeds as it continues expansion plans in Yorkshire, the Humber and surrounding areas. The Keoghs office will be the second investment Davies has made in Leeds, as it continues to expand across the UK. Situated in the By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Private client team expansion for Leeds law firm Leeds-based law firm Ward Hadaway has announced the appointment of Suzanne Jaconelli to its private client team. Suzanne joins as a specialist solicitor, providing legal support and guidance in complex and high-value estate and succession planning matters. Her areas of expertise include wills, trusts, inheritance tax, powers of attorney, and By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Leeds law firm appoints business development director A leading law firm based in Leeds has made a key strategic appointment with the creation of a new role to help drive further growth. Alistair McDonald has been promoted to the position of business development director at Ward Hadaway, following a competitive recruitment process. The appointment marks a key By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Leeds law firm announces key promotions as it continues to grow strongly Ward Hadaway, a leading law firm in Yorkshire, has announced a total of 19 promotions across the firm with a trio of those in its fast-growing Leeds office. The team is continuing to expand, growing by 16% in the last 12 months. As part of its commitment to providing a By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Leading law firm rradar appoints head of business development Specialist legal enterprise and digital innovator rradar has announced the appointment of David Walsh as Head of Business Development, a newly created role which is part of the firm’s strategic vision for further expansion. This is a key appointment for rradar that will support its growth of services which By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters BGF backs IDR Law for growth Harrogate-headquartered IDR Law has announced a £3.25 million growth capital investment from BGF – one of the largest and most experienced growth capital investors in the UK and Ireland. IDR Law is the only UK law firm to specialise solely in the resolution of contentious wills, probate and trust disputes. By The Editor • 2 min read
