New recruit for Gateshead team
We're excited to welcome Ryan Butler to our Gateshead office! Ryan joins us as a qualified solicitor, bringing a wealth of expertise to the team. Ryan's background and previous experience in insolvency will be a valuable asset as we continue to grow our presence in the North East.
Director, Iain Nairn comments “Not only does Ryan bring great capabilities on the technical front, but also a personable attitude to dealing with clients, which underpins all that we do”.
Ryan joins Iain Nairn, Sarah Gray, and Jonathan Todd in the Gateshead office that works with clients across the North East.
Meet the team
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Senior Manager
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Manager
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Administrator
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Director
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Administrator
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Business Development Representative
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Samuel Wood
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Sophie McDonough
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Amelia Heeds
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Eve Johnson
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Rebecca Lawton
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Ross Heald
Junior Administrator
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Ed Fenwick
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Rochelle Schofield
Director
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