Recruitment to strengthen property team

Ms Carlisle joins the Leeds-based firm from Gordons and is well known for her work in the utilities, energy and waste management sectors.

She has handled major development and investment schemes involving complex financial transactions. Prior to Gordons, she worked at Yorkshire Water and then Eversheds.

Partner John Foster, who has previously worked with Ms Carlisle, said: “The commercial property team here has an excellent reputation and Dawn’s knowledge and expertise will complement our offering superbly.”

Simon Jackson, head of commercial property, added: “It is a huge added bonus that she will be reunited with John as they create an outstanding team.”