North East law firm Muckle has made five promotions, including to partner, as part of its growth and development strategy.
Stephanie Brown has been promoted to partner, while Carolyn McKay and Claire Naughten have become senior associates.
Associate positions go to Gillian Scribbins and Sarah Farish.
Brown was named Young Lawyer of the Year at the Insider North East Young Professionals Awards 2022.
She specialises in advising businesses on sales and acquisitions, private equity transactions, investments, corporate reorganisations, demergers, and general company law matters.
McKay and Naughten have become senior associates in the firm’s real estate team, while Farish and Scribbins become associates in the banking and dispute resolution teams, respectively.
Jason Wainwright, managing partner at Muckle LLP, said: “As a firm, we have a strong commitment to investing in our people, and it’s a pleasure to once again be announcing such a significant list of promotions.
“The promotions reflect the hard work, expertise and enthusiasm these lawyers have shown. Many of them have been with the firm for a number of years, and it’s a privilege to watch them craft their careers with Muckle.”
