DLA Piper announces 2014 promotions in Sheffield

20th May 2014

DLA Piper has announced the promotion of six of its Sheffield-based lawyers.

   There have been two promotions across the office to Legal Director, including Litigation and Regulatory specialist Paul McNamee and Intellectual Property and Technology lawyer Amanda Pilkington.   In addition, four lawyers have been promoted to Senior Associate.  Promotions include Litigation and Regulatory lawyers Timothy John Evans, Harriet Farrant and Michael Lawlor and Real Estate lawyer Rob Shaw.   Richard May, Office Managing Partner for Sheffield, stated "I am delighted that the hard work and dedication of these individuals has been recognised.  The promotions highlight the valuable contribution these lawyers give to the firm and to our clients and demonstrate the high levels of quality and service delivered by our teams".   Overall, there were 45 lawyers worldwide promoted to DLA Piper's partnership.  

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