New VP for Mcr Law Society
NICK Davenport, senior partner at Turner Parkinson, has been elected as vice president of the Manchester Law Society.
The appointment means he will take over as president in 12 month’s time, after John Dunn of Thornleys – who took over from Burton Copeland’s Mike Mackey last night – has served his term.
Mr Davenport, who was previously honoury treasurer for the society, said the organisation’s focus over the next year would be on developing a “top-drawer” legal education programme, delivering seminars, networking and social events, and providing the public with access to the “best legal advice in the city”.
He said: “Manchester Law Society is focused on promoting the legal profession across the Manchester region. It is a strong and vibrant community, and I am delighted to be elected the role of Vice President.”
He added: “We are kicking off the year with our first ever Manchester Legal Awards dinner in March, which will play host to more than 450 top lawyers in the region. It will give the profession a chance to celebrate its successes over the course of the last year; something we should all do more often.”
Fran Eccles-Bech, executive director at Manchester Law Society, said: “I am delighted that Nick has become vice president. His energy, enthusiasm and commitment whilst he has been honorary treasurer have been exceptional and I know that he will bring the same vitality and focus to his new role.”
