National law firm Shakespeare Martineau invests in private client practice

National law firm Shakespeare Martineau has continued to invest in its private client practice with the appointment of a new partner and solicitors, alongside internal promotions.

With more than 1,200 staff, Shakespeare Martineau has office hubs in Birmingham, Bristol, Leicester, London, Nottingham, Milton Keynes, Stratford-upon-Avon, Lincoln, Solihull, Sheffield, Southampton and Edinburgh.   

The firm has appointed Christina Polychronakis as a partner in its Birmingham office. Ms Polychronakis, who has around 15 years’ experience in private client law, adding: “I’m thrilled to join Shakespeare Martineau, a firm known for its progressive approach and commitment to putting people at the heart of everything it does.”

Solicitors Amy Durnford and Taran So hansoha have joined the private client team. The firm promoted Paul McMaster to legal director, along with Lauren Crowhurst to senior associate, and Sophie Raybould to associate. Megan Walsh has qualified as a solicitor.

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