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  • Sep 11, 2026

Wedlake Bell strengthens key practice areas with seven newly qualified solicitors

Wedlake Bell has strengthened a number of its key practice areas with the retention of seven newly qualified solicitors across the firm.

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Effective from 7 September 2026, the appointments span Private Client (Offshore), Construction, Family, Commercial Property (Core), Insolvency, Art & Luxury and iGlobal, the firm’s specialist international labour and compliance law business, supporting the firm’s continued growth and investment in developing legal talent.

Managing Partner Martin Arnold commented:

“Our people are at the heart of the firm’s success, and these appointments reflect the strength of the talent we continue to attract and develop. It is particularly rewarding to see individuals progress into newly qualified roles across such a broad range of practice areas. Their appointments further strengthen our teams and position us well to continue delivering exceptional service to our clients.”

Qualifying Solicitors and Practice Areas:

  • Alice Anderson – Private Client (Offshore)
  • Amelia Bloomfield – Construction
  • Laura Brookes – Family
  • Saahil Varsani – Commercial Property (Core)
  • Suleika Horrocks – iGlobal

The firm is also celebrating two newly qualified solicitors who qualified through the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s Qualifying Work Experience route:

  • Gloria Crinnion – Insolvency
  • Sama Zou’bi – Art & Luxury

These appointments reflect Wedlake Bell’s long-standing commitment to developing talent and supporting lawyers as they build their careers within the firm, while continuing to invest in the expertise and capability of its practice groups.

Meet the team: