Cheltenham-based solicitors Willans LLP has appointed four new lawyers to its senior team to aid the continued growth of the company across its departments.
Newcomers Simon Pathé, Claire Cox, Peter Raybould and John Fisher have all taken on partner roles with the firm, bringing Willans' partner count to 22 across all departments and its workforce up to 121 in total — representing a 25 per cent increase since 2020.
In recent months, Willans’ employment law and business immigration team has welcomed new partner Simon Pathé to work alongside head of department, Jenny Hawrot and senior partner Matthew Clayton.
Simon will be working with businesses across Gloucestershire and beyond in his new role; bringing extensive experience in advising on dispute management, equality and human rights, HR, restructuring and redundancy processes and more.
And this month, Claire Cox joins the firm's litigation and dispute resolution team, headed up by senior partner, Paul Gordon.
With over 15 years of experience as a litigator, Claire is a specialist in inheritance and trusts disputes, including helping people who have been unfairly left out of a will.
Their appointments follow the addition of partner Peter Raybould, who joined the firm’s corporate and commercial team; and John Fisher, who joined the agriculture and estates team, in September 2024.
Peter has over 15 years of experience in corporate law and advises businesses on a full range of corporate transactions. He joins head of department Chris Wills and senior associate, solicitor Helen Howes.
For over 30 years, John has been advising landowners with development and renewable energy projects, such as large-scale solar schemes. He joins head of department Adam Hale to focus on strategic land and development, as well as advising on sales and purchases of rural properties and estates.
Managing partner Bridget Redmond said: 'We’re delighted to welcome Peter, John, Claire and Simon to the firm as we continue to experience growth across our departments.
'Their experience, knowledge and expertise will be assets both to Willans and to our clients, helping the firm to continue offering the top-quality advice and high service levels we are known for.'
