Worcestershire’s mfg Solicitors appoints new Head of Agriculture and Rural Affairs

Worcestershire-based mfg Solicitors has appointed Associate Alex Phillips as departmental head of its agriculture and rural affairs.

Alex’s new place will see her main a workforce of 13 specialising in advising farmers, property homeowners and landowners on issues together with gross sales, renewables and property administration. Initially becoming a member of mfg’s household division as a Paralegal in 2010, Alex certified in 2013 and was named Younger Solicitor of the 12 months by the Worcestershire Legislation Society the next 12 months.

In 2017 she was appointed as one of many youngest ever presidents of the Society, changing into a senior affiliate at mfg in 2020 then a accomplice in 2021.

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She takes over from Iain Morrison a senior accomplice and vice chairman of the agency, who managed the division for 10 years, having performed a serious position in beginning it up greater than 20 years in the past.

Iain Morrison stated: “Alex has an distinctive popularity amongst her shoppers, but in addition within the wider agriculture and rural enterprise group.

“Being appointed to guide the division underlines the dedication she has showcased over the previous decade throughout the agency, nevertheless it additionally highlights her success as a gifted and in-demand lawyer who understands complicated rural laws inside out.”

Alex Phillips added: “It is a improbable alternative for me. I wish to be a very palms on divisional head and work intently with the workforce.”

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