Former Allen & Overy director joins Foot Anstey

An executive with global leadership experience at a Magic Circle legal giant and Big Four accounting firm is to join one of the UK’s fastest growing law firms as non-executive director.

Foot Anstey has appointed Jason Haines to support on the firm’s next strategic period and ambitious growth goals.

Haines has recently retired after a 16-year tenure at Allen & Overy where he demonstrated his strong leadership skills as finance and operations director for the international law firm. He oversaw a comprehensive range of IT and business services, including the intricate back-office infrastructure. Previously, he held the position of global CTO at PwC.

Martin Hirst, managing partner at Foot Anstey, said: “Jason Haines’s appointment as Non-Executive Director is a significant step forward for Foot Anstey. His exceptional experience in steering organisations through complex technological and operational landscapes is aligned with our next phase of growth. He will make a welcome addition to our board, and we are excited to have him contribute to the firm’s ongoing success.”

Haines said: “I am impressed by the firm’s commitment to innovation and excellence, and I look forward to contributing my insights and expertise to help shape its future direction in an ever-changing legal landscape.”