Harrison Drury announces ten senior promotions

By Tim Aldred

04 Apr 2023

Harrison Drury 10 Promotions 2023

Preston-based law firm Harrison Drury has announced ten senior promotions.

The new roles include Jack Stephenson, who started as a trainee in 2014, becoming a partner in the firm’s corporate team.

Tim Grover has been promoted to senior associate and Kerry Southworth has been made an associate, both within the corporate team. 

Rebecca Patience has been made a senior associate in the family law team, while Joseph Mitchell and Matt Astley become senior associates in property litigation and commercial litigation respectively.

Within the commercial property team, Catherine Worthington and Roberto Bonaminio have been promoted to associate.

Private client team members Victoria Hill and Scarlett Richardson have also received promotions with Victoria becoming a senior associate and Scarlett an associate.

John Chesworth, executive chairman at Harrison Drury, said: "Giving people opportunities for growth and career development is a priority for us and it’s a pleasure to make these promotions, which are incredibly well deserved.

"What’s particularly pleasing is that Jack, Rebecca, Matthew and Kerry started here as either trainees or paralegals, and all qualified with us. These promotions show that Harrison Drury provides a rewarding and supportive environment where people stay and flourish." 

Photo caption: Pictured left to right are Rebecca Patience, Tim Grover, Scarlett Richardson, Jack Stephenson, Victoria Hill, Roberto Bonaminio, Catherine Worthington, Kerry Southworth, Joe Mitchell, Matt Astley.

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