Lupton Fawcett, with offices across Leeds, Sheffield, and York, has announced significant leadership changes, appointing two seasoned professionals to head key departments.
- Julian Rowden steps up as the new head of the Commercial Property department, bringing over thirty years of expertise to the role.
- Angela Gorton, with more than 25 years of experience in employment law, is appointed as the new head of the Employment team.
- Both leaders have established exceptional reputations and have been recognised in the latest Chambers UK Legal Guide and Legal 500 UK rankings.
- These promotions reflect the firm’s commitment to client care and its forward-thinking approach to legal services.
Lupton Fawcett has made strategic leadership moves by appointing Julian Rowden and Angela Gorton to head its Commercial Property and Employment teams, respectively. The firm, with offices in Leeds, Sheffield, and York, aims to strengthen its position in the legal sector with these experienced professionals at the helm.
Julian Rowden, who has been a part of Lupton Fawcett since 2013, is set to lead the Commercial Property department. With over three decades of legal experience, Julian specialises in commercial and agricultural property transactions, focusing on acquisitions and disposals of rural land holdings. His leadership is expected to enhance the team’s capabilities and client offerings in this specialised area.
Angela Gorton, a partner for 15 years at Lupton Fawcett, has built a career spanning more than 25 years in employment law. She advises a diverse range of clients, including employers and senior executives in sectors such as housebuilding, education, manufacturing, and real estate. Known for her commercially-focused approach, Angela is tasked with spearheading a team dedicated to providing comprehensive employment law services.
Lupton Fawcett’s managing partner, James Richardson, expressed his confidence in the new appointees, stating their reputations and alignment with the firm’s client care ethos will drive future success. Julian Rowden himself looks forward to strengthening the firm’s commercial property services, maintaining high-quality legal advice for existing clients and attracting new business.
Angela Gorton is enthusiastic about leading a talented team, emphasising the provision of first-class and cost-effective services in all aspects of employment law. Both departments have been recognised in prestigious legal rankings, and notably, the employment team is shortlisted for the 2024 Yorkshire Legal Awards.
With these pivotal promotions, Lupton Fawcett is well-positioned to enhance its service offerings and continue its commitment to legal excellence.
