Viberts has announced the promotion of five senior lawyers.
Karla Summers-Shaw has been promoted to partner, whilst Ashley Bidmead, Irene Blöch, Rebecca De Freitas and Kiera Jones have all been promoted to senior associate.
Advocate Summers-Shaw has joined the firm’s partnership in the private client department, where she specialises in complex estate planning, probate and capacity matters.
Advocate Bidmead has worked for Viberts for over 20 years, and is an English Solicitor in the private client team.
Advocate Blöch is an English Solicitor in the corporate team, specialising in business acquisitions and sales, banking and finance.
Advocate De Freitas works in the corporate team and is a specialist in employment law, whilst Advocate Jones is an English Solicitor in the private client team who focuses on delegation and local probate matters.
Managing partner Zoe Blomfield said: “These promotions recognise the skill, commitment and professionalism of colleagues across the firm.
“They reflect not only the high standard of work delivered to our clients, but also the contribution each individual makes to the wider success of Viberts.
“We are committed to investing in our people at every stage of their careers, providing clear development pathways and an environment in which talent can thrive.
“The dedication shown by those promoted gives us great confidence in the future of the firm, and we are proud to support them as they take on their new roles and continue to play an integral part in Viberts’ long-term success.”