Switalskis has announced 17 promotions across ten departments.

The individuals have progressed through Switalskis’ career development programme. The programme is designed to support employees taking the next step in their careers, ensuring that the promotion process is as transparent as possible.

The promotions include seven senior associate appointments: Rosie Dodds (personal injury), Kate Gelder (clinical negligence), Danielle Smithurst and Nichola Burridge-Todd (Court of Protection), Sharon Woodward (wills and probate), Saima Ul-Haq (commercial property) and Ian Alderson (IT).

Heather Kolar, Paisley Laws, Chantelle Cooper, and Kimberley Bradfield have all stepped into associate roles in the clinical negligence department. 

Samantha Downes (family law), Maria Dallas (personal injury), Clare Wraight (costs), Rafal Siwocha (IT) and property development specialists Emma Millington and Ellie Johnson have also been promoted to associate.

Ruth Coneron, chair of Switalskis’ career development programme, commented: 'It’s incredibly rewarding to see the hard work and dedication of our colleagues recognised through these promotions. Helping people achieve their career goals is a fulfilling part of my role. Our Career Development Programme gives everyone a clear path to progression, and seeing these talented individuals take that next step is what the programme is all about.'

John Durkan, Switalskis’ managing director, added: 'The scale of this year’s promotions shows the depth of expertise within Switalskis. Our people are our greatest asset, and their dedication ensures we continue to deliver the best possible outcomes for clients. Congratulations to everyone who has been promoted. They thoroughly deserve this recognition.'


Pictured above: Newly promoted Switalskis employees with Switalskis director Lisa Swales (sixth from left): (l-r) Clare Wraight, Samantha Downes, Paisley Laws, Danielle Smithurst, Saima Ul-Haq, Lisa Swales, director, Chantelle Cooper, Nichola Burridge-Todd, Ellie Johnson, Rosie Dodds, Emma Millington, Sharon Woodward

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