Lodders expands trainee solicitor programme

Midlands law firm Lodders has appointed four new trainee solicitors as part of its ongoing commitment to developing the next generation of legal professionals. 

Holly Tyson joins the residential development and strategic land team, part of the firm’s real estate group in Stratford, where she will work with strategic land specialist James Leighfield. 

Reece Jones begins his training in the business property team, also in Stratford, supporting partner Alastair Frew and solicitor Olivia Beeton. 

Meanwhile, Richard Phillips and Rizyar Sirwan-Mahmood join the private client team, gaining experience alongside partners Louise Igoe and Sharon Crosby. 

Each trainee will rotate through four six-month seats, developing practical legal skills and insight across Lodders’ key practice areas, preparing them for a successful career in law.

Louise Brookes, learning and development manager at Lodders, said: “This year’s trainee programme attracted a highly competitive pool of applicants. 

“Building on the success of last year’s cohort – now in their third seats and gaining broad experience across the firm – our new trainees are set to benefit from a similarly rich and diverse development journey. 

“Each trainee also brings valuable in-house experience, which is a real asset to our teams and clients from day one.” 

Paul Mourton, Lodders’ managing partner, added: “We’re delighted to welcome our new trainees to Lodders. 

“Each of them has shown exceptional skill and talent throughout what was an incredibly competitive application process. 

“These new appointments are a testament to the firm’s continued growth and strong reputation in the regions in which we operate. 

“Investing in new talent is central to our long-term vision, and we remain committed to supporting the future leaders of the legal profession through our comprehensive training programme.”

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