In a strategic expansion, Clarion has enhanced its Leeds team with 14 new hires across various departments, strengthening its legal services.
- Newly appointed Alex Mathias joins the real estate team, specialising in commercial real estate and finance.
- James Watson, an expert in residential conveyancing, further boosts the firm’s property services.
- Four paralegals have been added across Intellectual Property, Costs and Litigation Funding, Real Estate, and the Court of Protection teams.
- The firm also integrates three new trainees, continuing its commitment to nurturing emerging legal talent.
Clarion has strategically enhanced its team in Leeds by welcoming 14 new appointments to various departments during the third quarter of 2024. This expansion underscores the firm’s commitment to bolstering its legal services and fostering professional growth within its ranks.
Among the significant additions is Alex Mathias, who joins the real estate team as an associate. With his expertise in commercial real estate and a focus on real estate finance, Alex is well-equipped to represent lenders, including high street and challenger banks, in investment and development finance matters. He also manages substantial transactions for borrowers, making him a valuable asset to the team.
James Watson brings over 13 years of experience in residential conveyancing to the real estate team. His expertise is expected to significantly enhance Clarion’s residential property services, offering robust support to investor clients and expanding the firm’s capabilities in this domain.
The firm has also strengthened its operational capacity by hiring four new paralegals. Alina Hutnyk joins the Intellectual Property team, while Angela Nako, Isobel Symonds, Michaela Lowry, and Olivia Tinson bolster the Costs and Litigation Funding team. Chloe Lazenby becomes part of the Real Estate team, and Qasim Ali integrates into the Court of Protection team, further enhancing Clarion’s diverse legal services.
In addition to these strategic hires, Clarion has expanded its trainee programme by incorporating three new trainees. Alicia Pursnani joins the corporate team, with Max Holton and Niamh Darren entering the Real Estate and Real Estate/Construction teams, respectively. These traineeships highlight Clarion’s dedication to nurturing new legal talent and contributing to the firm’s long-term success.
Beyond legal professionals, the central operations team sees the inclusion of Johnny Wong as front of house and Jenna Hale as an account management assistant. These roles are vital for maintaining effective internal support and ensuring seamless daily operations within the firm.
Roger Hutton, Joint Managing Partner at Clarion, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, stating, “We’re thrilled to continue to see the growth of our team with these talented new hires this quarter.” With over 300 staff, Clarion stands recognised in prominent legal directories such as Legal 500 and Chambers, reflecting its national prominence.
Clarion’s strategic recruitment across various departments exemplifies its commitment to enhancing legal expertise and operational efficiency.
