Law firm establishes city presence with new merger
Warwickshire law firm Lodders has entered the Birmingham marketplace after agreeing a merger with a city-based practice.
The merger with Divorce and Family Law Practice (DFLP), which is based in St Paul’s Square, in the Jewellery Quarter, is with immediate effect.
The deal sees DFLP’s 11-strong team, headed by partners and co-founders Beverley Morris and Joan Price, move to Lodders.
Martin Green, senior partner, Lodders said the deal was a perfect fit for both firms.
“Lodders already works extensively for individuals and private business clients in Birmingham, and with the addition of a Birmingham location to our Warwickshire and Gloucestershire office network, we can now give our clients even greater access and choice.
“It is beneficial for Lodders to have a Birmingham office, and this important move is a significant step in our overall business development and growth strategy, and for both firms, the foundation of solid succession planning. This is a fantastic opportunity for the firm, the team and the future.”
DFLP, founded in 2002, concentrates solely on divorce and family law.
Ms Morris said: “We have many shared client relationships and have worked closely with members of Lodders’ team for several years, and know first-hand that the firm understands and supports our ethos, and operates a similarly partner-led and highly personal approach to client service.
“Joan will be retiring soon and we have both been looking for a firm with the right-fit for our team and professional practices and principles to ensure succession and continuity for the practice and our clients. In choosing Lodders, we know that the combination of our shared values delivers the very best outcome for us all as we plan for the next stage in our shared history.”
The deal also sees Lodders’ matrimonial law specialist Christine Williams, an associate in the firm’s Stratford upon Avon office, join the new-look family law team.
