Freeths reveals a record 97 promotions across the firm, building on a consistent trajectory of growth
Leading law firm Freeths has announced a record 97 promotions across the firm, including eight new partners, marking a significant year of expansion and investment in its people. This builds on last year’s promotions round, reflecting the firm’s continued investment in developing its people. Over the last five years, Freeths’ talented people have consistently been […]
Leading law firm Freeths has announced a record 97 promotions across the firm, including eight new partners, marking a significant year of expansion and investment in its people.
This builds on last year’s promotions round, reflecting the firm’s continued investment in developing its people.
Over the last five years, Freeths’ talented people have consistently been recognised for their commitment to clients and their contribution to the firm’s growth trajectory. During this period, the firm has delivered year-on-year double-digit growth, providing a solid platform for this year’s record number of promotions.
As a certified B Corporation, Freeths continues to prioritise an inclusive and supportive workplace, where progression is accessible to all. This year’s promotions reflect that commitment, highlighting the breadth and diversity of talent across the firm.
Commenting on this year’s promotions, National Managing Partner Karl Jansen said: “This is a hugely significant promotions round and a great reflection of the strength we have across the firm. Each colleague has played a key role in our continued growth, supporting clients on increasingly complex and high-value work.
“Investing in our people is central to our strategy, and this latest round of promotions demonstrates the depth of talent we have as we continue to build for the future.”
Freeths’ Partner promotions for 2026:
- Ben Gant, Real Estate, Nottingham
- David Laurence, Real Estate, London
- Fiona Powell, Employment, Leicester
- Hannah Tessyman, Corporate, Leicester
- Katherine Burge, Agricultural Property, Oxford
- Miles Hacking, Restructuring & Insolvency, Manchester
- Nikki Aston, Family, Nottingham
- Rahul Kotecha, Trusts, Estates & Tax, Nottingham
Freeths’ Director promotions for 2026:
- Alex Angelides, Tax, Sheffield
- Allison Campbell, Real Estate, Glasgow
- Andrew Rathi, Housebuilding & Strategic Land, Nottingham
- Dominic Canning, Construction & Engineering, Leeds
- Emma Conwell, Planning, Leeds
- Fiona Woodhead, Corporate, Leeds
- Josh Middleton, Commercial Dispute Resolution, Birmingham
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