New Director Brings Strength To Berwins’ Board
Leading Yorkshire law firm, Berwins has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of a new director.
Derek Hellawell, who also heads the firm’s private client team, has joined the firm’s board.
The development adds depth as well as fresh insight and perspective to Berwins’ leadership team.
Reflecting on the appointment, Managing Director, Danielle Day said “Since joining the firm, Derek has shown that not only is he an outstanding lawyer who has the highest levels of care for the clients he supports, but he is an excellent leader. He has nurtured the individuals in his team, embedding the skills which are key to his own success and allowing them to develop both personally and professionally.”
“We are looking forward to him making a similar positive contribution to the board and the firm as a whole and are delighted to see him become a director.”
The announcement comes ahead as Berwins looks to develop key areas of the business, bring new opportunities for existing staff and perspective employees.
Derek added “I’m thrilled to have taken this next step and am looking forward to supporting the ongoing growth of the firm.”
“Berwins is a special place to do work and offers not only a caring and supportive environment but a space where potential can be realised. This is to the benefit not only of individuals with bourgeoning careers but for our clients and those professionals we work alongside. Maintaining and developing this will be one of my priorities at board level.
Berwins is a full-service law firm with offices in Harrogate, York and Leeds. Supporting both businesses and individuals with a range of services, the firm prides itself on building innovative solutions which get to the heart of client needs.