This week's London appointments: Featuring Weightmans, Vail Williams and more

This week’s round-up of London appointments includes Weightmans, Vail Williams and Gateley. Read on to find out more…

Will Lawther, Vail Williams

Property consultancy Vail Williams has hired an experienced occupier advisory specialist as regional business demand continues to drive expansion.

Will Lawther has been appointed as Partner in the firm’s London office, based in Soho, from where he will provide full-service property advice. He joins from London-based Turner Morum, where he spent almost a decade, following spells with Keningtons LLP and Evans & Payne.

James Lacey, Vail Williams Regional Managing Partner for London, said: “We are pleased to have secured the services of Will, who is an exceptional operator and whose knowledge and expertise will stand the firm in good stead.

“Will has more than 20 years’ experience in commercial property consultancy. He specialises in providing full-service property advice, focusing on innovative, client-led solutions for a broad range of clients including occupiers, owners and developers.

Will said: “To be appointed as Partner by such a forward thinking property consultancy as Vail Williams is both gratifying and inspiring. My challenge is to repay the confidence shown in me by striving to provide the best possible service to our valued clients.

Naomi Woods, Weightmans

National law firm Weightmans has welcomed Naomi Woods as the firm continues to expand and enhance its International Private Wealth offering.

Naomi has over 13 years’ experience advising businesses, families and individuals in all aspects of structuring and protecting their private wealth, with standout expertise in agriculture and rural affairs, and the administration of complex estates which includes high net worth and diverse assets including landed estates and family businesses. She also provides strategic tax planning and advice on succession.

She is also a fully qualified STEP (Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners) and a member of the Agricultural Law Association.

Naomi said: “Weightmans has built a formidable reputation for supporting and advising high net worth individuals and their families, providing solutions for them to protect their wealth for generations to come. The firm’s focus on the client is something I recognise and embody in my own practice and I look forward to working with colleagues across the business to provide a truly seamless and holistic service to all.”

Jonathan Shankland, head of international private wealth at Weightmans said: “Naomi is a real leader in her field, working hard for her clients to protect their future and provide security for those they care about. Her commitment, discretion and wealth of experience makes her an advisor of choice for a prestigious list of clients and we are thrilled to welcome her to the firm.”

Michael Lightfoot & Kieran McCarthy, Gateley

Gateley has appointed two partners to lead its growing international arbitration practice as its capabilities across international dispute resolution expand.

Michael Lightfoot and Kieran McCarthy, both of whom join Gateley from Clifford Chance, will build upon Gateley’s existing services within international arbitration and commercial litigation to develop a comprehensive, targeted and multi-jurisdictional practice for clients dealing with strategic international disputes.

Richard Healey, Gateley’s head of Business Services, said: “I am delighted to welcome Michael and Kieran during what is proving to be an exciting period for Gateley.”

Michael said: “Gateley is uniquely placed to become a leading player in international arbitration. Our ambitions abroad are backed up by a strong team of specialists across the UK and in Dubai.”

“Gateley’s agile approach to client delivery will allow us to deliver tailored and cost-effective solutions for clients and grow Gateley’s global presence. I’m looking forward to working with my colleague Kieran McCarthy – as well as the wider team – to develop a market-leading practice.”

Kieran also has an extensive advisory practice in trade policy, sanctions and anti-bribery compliance. “I was very impressed with Gateley and the full-service capability it provides,” Kieran said. “By combining my international experience with the team’s existing specialisms, I am confident that we can cement Gateley’s position as a key player in international arbitration and cross-border disputes services.”

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