Family law firms across the country have announced a raft of appointments with newly qualified solicitors choosing to remain after the training contracts and partner promotions.
Guildford-based TWM Solicitors has confirmed that six second-year trainees have successfully completed their training contracts, with five choosing to remain at the firm as newly qualified solicitors. Among them is Jake Channing, who joins the Family team, reinforcing TWM’s capabilities in this vital practice area. The five started their training in August 2023 with their transition into qualified roles described as a ‘significant milestone for both the individuals and the firm’ by Jamie Berry, Managing Partner at TWM:
“Congratulations to Jake, Dana, Emily, Oliver and Hayley on completing their training contracts and qualifying as solicitors. We are very proud to welcome them into their new roles at TWM, and we also extend our best wishes to Grace as she pursues her chosen career path externally. Their achievements reflect both our growth across key practice areas and our commitment to supporting trainees as they progress in their careers.”
Top 200 law firm Myerson has announced the promotion of Sarah Whitelegge to Legal Director in its Family team. Whitelegge has been with the firm since 2018 and is a Resolution Accredited Specialist and trained Collaborative Lawyer. Her promotion recognises her expertise in children matters, financial settlements, and domestic violence cases. Joining Whitelegge in the Family team is Brittany Rodwell, who completed her training contract at JMW Solicitors and will begin her new role in September. Rodwell’s appointment comes as Myerson continues to expand its family law offering in response to rising client demand.
Jane Tenquist, Partner and Head of the Family Team at Myerson, said:
“Sarah’s promotion to Legal Director is well-deserved. She brings extensive knowledge and experience across complex family matters and is a trusted advisor to many of our clients. We are also pleased to welcome Brittany to the team as we continue to grow and support clients locally, regionally, and nationally.”
Liverpool-based MSB Solicitors has announced the promotion of seven team members to Partner, including Katie Camozzi and Daniel Pierce, both specialists in children’s law. The promotions reflect MSB’s culture of development and long-term investment in its people.
Managing Partner Emma Carey said:
“Watching our colleagues grow into inspiring leaders has been a privilege. These promotions celebrate talent, resilience, and shared values.”
In an appointment described as a ‘strategic leadership move’ St Albans based SA Law has appointed Kiran Beeharry as Joint Head of Family Law, working alongside long-standing department leader Marilyn Bell, who has led the team for two decades. Kiran joined SA Law in 2012 and became a Partner in 2019. He is recognised by both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for his precision and strategic insight. His practice focuses on high-value and complex asset-tracing cases, often involving international elements, and includes niche expertise in Islamic marriage and divorce.
“I am proud to be co-leading SA Law’s Family Law team with Marilyn” said Beeharry, adding “she is well-known in the field of family law, respected highly by peers, colleagues and clients for the extraordinary scope and depth of her practice, and I’ve learnt so much from her. I am excited to co-lead our hard-working team with her, collaborate on the growth plans for our department, and provide further support to the wider firm.”
Steve Ryan, Joint Managing Partner at SA Law, added:
“Kiran has successfully spearheaded various initiatives at SA Law and has always impressed me with his big-picture thinking and his astute, collaborative approach to legal issues.”
Stroud and Gloucester-based WSP Solicitors has promoted Lydia Andrews has been promoted to Senior Associate in the Family Law team. Andrews is a Law Society Children Law Accredited, specialising in child arrangements and domestic abuse cases. Commenting on the promotion Managing Director Camella Cephas said the appointed reflected the firm’s ‘commitment to nurturing talent and delivering exceptional service.’
Osbornes Law has appointed Melissa Arnold as Partner in its Family team. Melissa, formerly of Bindmans, brings over 20 years’ experience in high-net-worth divorce and domestic violence cases. Joining her is Serena Sandhu, a Senior Associate and 2024 Family Law Champion of the Year, known for her work in child abduction and forced marriage.
Managing Partner Jo Wescott said:
“Melissa and Serena’s expertise will be invaluable as we continue to grow one of London’s leading family law departments.”
