Beth McAuley – Promoted to Senior Associate

Beth’s promotion to Senior Associate recognises the important role she plays in our commercial property team. With more than ten years’ experience across acquisitions, disposals, leasing, subdivisions and development projects, Beth is known for her practical advice and calm approach. She has a great way of cutting through complexity and supporting both clients and colleagues through significant transactions.

Robert Brinkworth – Promoted to Associate

Rob’s promotion to Associate reflects his continued growth in litigation and dispute resolution. He works across employment, civil disputes and relationship property matters, and is appreciated for his down-to-earth style and clear communication. Clients value his ability to explain tricky issues in plain language and his genuine commitment to supporting them throughout their matters.

Kiri Williams – Promoted to Associate

Kiri’s promotion to Associate acknowledges her strong reputation in property and commercial work. She works with developers, business owners and individuals, providing practical, results-focused advice across a wide range of transactions and business matters. Kiri is known for her clear communication, attention to detail and confident approach to problem-solving.

Ralph Shaw – Promoted to Senior Solicitor

Ralph’s promotion to Senior Solicitor reflects his practical and client-focused approach to commercial and property matters. He is known for providing clear, timely advice and for taking the time to understand what matters most to his clients. Ralph is valued for his reliability and the positive, straightforward experience he brings to client relationships.

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Hannah McCarthy – Promoted to Senior Solicitor

Hannah’s promotion to Senior Solicitor recognises her expertise in both immigration and employment law. She supports businesses and individuals with clear, practical advice, particularly where immigration and employment issues overlap. Hannah is known for her thoroughness, approachability and ability to guide clients through complex situations with care and confidence.

Heather Collins

With over 15 years’ experience in employment law Heather has an extensive background in this field, and regularly assists both corporate and individual clients with a broad variety of  workplace matters.  She also specialises in immigration law, making her well placed to assist employer and individual clients with combined immigration and employment issues.

Marty Logan

With more than 25 years’ experience in dispute resolution/litigation, Marty has appeared in a wide range of Courts and Tribunals up to solo appearances in the Court of Appeal. He is an accomplished negotiator and an excellent litigator who offers practical advice.

Robert Brinkworth – Promoted to Senior Solicitor

Robert’s promotion to Senior Solicitor within our litigation and dispute resolution team is a testament to his hard work, determination and the outstanding service he provides to clients.

In particular, Rob’s clients appreciate his ability to simplify often complex matters and his friendly yet professional communication style.

Oliver Jones-Allen – Promoted to Associate

Oliver’s promotion to Associate within our property team reflects his position as a true expert in his field.  He is passionate about assisting first-home buyers to realise their dream purchase – and it shows in the way that Oliver pulls out all the stops for his clients.

Oliver’s promotion to Associate is well deserved.

Elly Fleming – Promoted to Senior Associate and Leader of the Immigration Team

Elly leads our immigration team in every sense of the word. She is a regular presenter at national conferences and an avid producer of relevant articles and opinion pieces. Her nationally recognised expertise in this field is reflected in the fact that she is regularly asked to act as an expert witness providing opinions for immigration-related court matters.

Elly is passionate about her clients and her team – and we’re excited to see Elly continue to do so in this new capacity.