Wedlake Bell retains 100% of trainee cohort amid strong year of growth and strategic Partner expansion

This announcement follows another year of ambitious performance for the firm – both financially and strategically with the promotion of four into the partnership in April and the arrival of five lateral partner hires since early 2024.

These strategic movements highlight the firm’s commitment to both organic and lateral growth, reinforcing its market position and ability to serve clients across its core sectors.

Managing Partner Martin Arnold said of the promotions: “We are really pleased to retain 100% of our trainee cohort this year. Each member of this trainee cohort has already made significant contributions to the firm and their energy, professionalism, and dedication exemplify the future of Wedlake Bell.

We remain ambitious in our growth strategy, as demonstrated by our recent partner hires and promotions, and will continue to seek opportunities to achieve excellence in our full-service client offerings.”

Qualifying Solicitors and Practice Areas:

• Zainab Agha – Commercial Disputes
• Megan Milbourne – Construction
• Ben Holmes – Corporate
• Lucy Foster – Corporate Tax
• Ari Smith – Insolvency
• Hania Sajid – Insolvency
• Emma Thomas – IP & Commercial
• Harry Osborne – Private Client

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   • Ari Smith

   • Solicitor
   • Insolvency & Restructuring

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   • Benedict Holmes

   • Solicitor
   • Corporate

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   • Emma Thomas

   • Solicitor
   • IP & Commercial

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