Swinburne Maddison LLP (Swinburne Maddison), one of Durham's pre-eminent law firms, is reaping rewards by adding another prestigious accolade Team of the Year Private Client- to the firm's growing collection.
Recognised for its integrity and strong business and work ethic, Swinburne Maddison’s strengths lie in the depth of its in-house resource and the calibre of its team which has recently expanded with new appointments.
According to the judges, the law firm showed an extremely strong team ethic, demonstrated by their loyalty, sense of family and dedication to staff development, which in turn has provided them with particularly positive client appreciation. Their focus on exceeding clients’ expectations and putting in the same level of work and effort, no matter the value of the work was also commended.
Speaking about the win managing partner, John Davison, said: “I am thrilled that our dedicated private client team has been recognised in this way against strong competition from the other shortlisted firms. The judges’ comments bear testimony to what we believe to be the case not only of the private client team but everyone within the practice irrespective of their role and accolades such as this will only help us with our plans for growth and further recruitment.”
The latest new appointments include the arrival of qualified solicitors, trainees and admin staff as well as key promotions.
Employment solicitor Sharney Randhawa, brings a wealth of experience to the firm. Representing doctors before the General Medical Council and bankers, before the Financial Conduct Authority, Sharney received the accolade of being named as a recommended lawyer in the Legal 500 for this area of work. She is joined by Rory Ogden as a trainee solicitor.
A second trainee solicitor, Eleanor Fisher-Thompson, has joined the corporate and commercial department along with Ashley Patterson, who has been appointed personal assistant.
Meanwhile, commercial property solicitors Gillian Moir and Chris Ross, and Anna Stephenson, a private client solicitor, have been promoted and appointed as managing associates.
A further solicitor will also be joining the dispute resolution team in the summer to work with its litigation arm, bringing the headcount at the firm to 57.
