At 36, Marianne Shaw is also the youngest partner to ever be appointed to the position of Managing Partner at Le Gallais and Luce.
Ms Shaw has been a partner at the firm since 2016 and heads the wills and probate team.
She said that she was “excited” to be taking on the new role at a time when the firm was expanding. “The partners are dedicated to driving the business forward and strengthening the firm’s position within the community as a trusted provider of legal services, the management of which I am sure will keep me and the team very busy,” she said.
“I have worked very hard to reach my current position and I am extremely thankful to my fellow partners for supporting me and allowing me this opportunity.”
Senior Partner Tony del Amo added: “The announcement of Marianne’s appointment is a great way to round off the firm’s 90th anniversary year. The partners are extremely proud of Marianne and what she has achieved during her time at the firm. She is a highly valued member of the management team and is well liked and respected by clients and peers alike. I am confident that with Marianne’s appointment the firm is in safe hands for the future.”