DWF announces 12 promotions in Newcastle

DWF, the global legal and business services provider, has announced 12 promotions at its Newcastle office as part of its annual review.

Amy Ruffle, Lana Imrie and Alex Cudden have been promoted to senior associate, while Gabriella Slater, Harry Thomson and Michelle Elliott step up to associate.

Meanwhile, Ellis Billowes and Owen Cooper have been promoted to lead paralegal.

Across the firm’s Newcastle and Leeds offices, Julie Francis has been promoted to senior associate, with Emma McCullen and Amrita Grewal moving to associate.

DWF recently reported an 8 per cent revenue increase in the first half of its financial year and made 238 promotions globally, including 13 new partner or partner-equivalent appointments. 

Newcastle managing partner Lee Pickett was among 13 existing partners promoted to a higher career level within the firm’s partnership structure.

Lee said: “I’m delighted to extend my congratulations to our newly promoted colleagues in Newcastle this year. 

“The promotion of these individuals highlights their dedication and the valuable contribution they’ve made to our business. 

“I would like to thank them for their ongoing commitment to our success and look forward to their continued growth at DWF.”

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