Leading Regional Lawyer Boosts Berwins’ Private Client Practice
Berwins Solicitors has reaffirmed its commitment to the local market with the appointment of a well-known private client specialist.
Derek Hellawell (Head of Life) and Mark Jones (Senior Consultant)
Highly regarded lawyer, Mark Jones, has joined and strengthened the firm’s expanding Life team.
A former partner and head of department at a number of firms in the Harrogate district, Mark has enjoyed a stellar legal career and is one of the most respected figures in the area’s legal community.
Commenting on the move, Mark said “Berwins has a reputation as one of the leading practices in our area and, with a focus on delivering outstanding results with high levels of care, has an outlook which matches my own.”
“I’m thrilled to have joined the firm at such an exciting time. I’ve watched the firm grow and develop over much of its 40-year history so, as we prepare to mark that milestone and look to the future, it’s exciting to be able to contribute to the next chapter of the Berwins story.”
While Mark has extensive experience in all areas of private client law, he focuses on supporting clients in inheritance tax planning, the creation and administration of trusts and the administration of estates.
The appointment forms part of ongoing expansion, as head of department, Derek Hellawell explained – “We know that, as Berwins looks to use investment to unlock a new phase of growth, one of the most important considerations is attracting the right people. Mark more than fulfils that criteria and his combination of deep expertise, strong professional connections and his insightful nature are already highlighting the value he brings.”
“Mark’s appointment as a senior consultant is one of a number we will be making within the team over the coming months, boosting resilience and expertise. Combined with developments in technology and process, this will mean that the Life team is in a strong position to proactively support the needs of clients and contacts alike.”
