Birchall Blackburn Law promotes Michelle Fairhurst

Birchall Blackburn Law has promoted Michelle Fairhurst to associate solicitor.

Michelle is based in the firm’s Chorley office on High Street, and joined the company in 2012 as a trainee. She advises clients on wills; lasting powers of attorney and probate matters and specialises in private client and court of protection work.

Craig Howell, head of industrial disease at Birchall Blackburn Law, said: “Michelle has played a key role in developing our reputation in Chorley and has become a trusted advisor to both her clients and their families. It’s great to see people like Michelle growing their careers with us."

Joan Kennedy and Fiona Hendry, based in the firm's Chester offices, have also been promoted to associate solicitor.

Craig added: "These promotions are part of our ongoing strategic plan for growth and development. Michelle, Joan and Fiona have worked extremely hard in their respective fields and they all make a significant contribution to the firm."

Meanwhile, Birchall Blackburn Law has recently been shortlisted for the best small company trainer in the LawCareers.Net training and recruitment awards. The awards will take place at IET, Savoy Place in London on 17 May 2018. Birchall Blackburn Law has seven offices across the North West and over 300 staff.