Wilkes, a leading Midlands independent law firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of five lawyers to Partner. The promotions, which span key business and private client teams, reflect the firm’s commitment to recognising talent from within and strengthening its leadership for the future.
The newly promoted partners are Lucy Freeman (Corporate), Emma Hutchison (Business Recovery and Turnaround), Harriet Critchley (Property Litigation), Kate Campbell-Gunn (Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence) and Sophie Fenn (Private Client).
Ellie Holland, Managing Partner at Wilkes, said:
“We are proud to recognise the hard work and strong contributions of Lucy, Emma, Harriet, Kate and Sophie. Each has demonstrated outstanding technical expertise, a commitment to delivering the highest levels of service, and a passion for supporting clients and colleagues alike. Their promotions are well deserved and reinforce our investment in the next generation of leaders who will drive the firm’s continued success.”
The promotions come at a time of strong performance for Wilkes, with the firm set to conclude its financial year delivering 10% year-on-year growth. The expansion of the partnership is a key part of the firm’s long-term strategy, ensuring a strong platform for future growth and success across all areas of the business.
With these latest promotions, Wilkes continues to strengthen its offering to both business and private clients, while reinforcing its commitment to diversity, with 12 female partners now forming an integral part of the leadership team.
Wilkes remains firmly focused on building a progressive, resilient firm, dedicated to providing expert legal advice and outstanding service to clients across the Midlands and beyond.
