Shropshire law firm expands

A county law firm has announced the appointment of four new solicitors.

Hatchers Solicitors, which has offices at Welsh Bridge and Harlescott in Shrewsbury, and Whitchurch, said the appointments were made to help meet demand for its services.

David Phillips joins the firm’s agricultural and commercial property team. His experience spans a wide range of commercial property matters including acquisitions and disposals, leases, refinancing and secured lending, and auction sales and purchases. David also specialises in agricultural matters and acts for a number of farming clients.

The residential property team welcomes Joanne Roberts (pictured left with David), who has worked in Shropshire for over 20 years specialising in all aspects of residential conveyancing. Joanne has a particular interest in the purchase of new build properties, having previously been on the panel for two national builders. Joanne is based at Hatchers’ recently refurbished Whitchurch office - now a spacious contemporary working environment with improved facilities for clients.

The family department also expands, as Morgan Fitzpatrick joins as solicitor, and Sarah Jane Smith as team manager having specialised in family law for over 25 years. Both Morgan and Sarah Jane, pictured left, have extensive experience in advising clients on all aspects of matrimonial and family law and each of them provides a pragmatic and supportive approach during what can be a difficult time.

Valerie Edwards, partner, said: “We are delighted to welcome David, Joanne, Morgan and Sarah Jane, each of them experts in their field and dedicated to providing a first-rate professional service with the flexibility needed to suit individual client needs. 

"As our teams continue to grow our clients can be assured of the highest levels of service and care.”