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03 March 2011
Issue: 7455 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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Andrew Steel & Jennifer Lees Plexus Law

Plexus Law has expanded its police and public sector work with the recruitment of a team of specialists.

Andrew Steel joins as a partner from BLG Claims, along with assistant solicitor Jennifer Lees. Both act on behalf of a number of police forces, an area where Plexus Law is already active. The arrivals add to Matt Smith who joined as a partner last year.

Senior partner, Andrew McDougall comments: “We continue to keep an eye on opportunities for growth in our key specialisms, and I have no doubt that we will continue to expand in the future.”
 

Issue: 7455 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

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Jurit LLP—Caroline Williams

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Flint Bishop—Deborah Niven

Flint Bishop—Deborah Niven

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