Updated
Updated · Bdaily · May 26
Freeths Appoints 16-Year Lawyer Sophie Fulwell to Liverpool Employment Team
Updated
Updated · Bdaily · May 26

Freeths Appoints 16-Year Lawyer Sophie Fulwell to Liverpool Employment Team

1 articles · Updated · Bdaily · May 26

Summary

  • Freeths has named Sophie Fulwell a director in its Liverpool employment team, adding a senior hire to expand the firm's local and national employment practice.
  • More than 16 years post-qualification, Fulwell advises employers in financial services, technology, education, retail and leisure on transactions, restructures, business transformation and tribunal claims.
  • Liverpool will be her base as she develops the city's employment offering while working with Freeths colleagues across the UK.
  • Freeths said the appointment reflects continued growth in its national employment team and rising client demand for strategic employment advice.

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