New beginnings at law firm as managing director steps down
A Midlands law firm is entering a new phase following the retirement of its managing partner and most senior legal executive.
Samantha Wright has served as a senior partner for nine years at Brindley Twist Tafft & James (BTTJ) helping them grow into a well-established firm in the region.
Wright will now pass the reins on to Alex Khan as he takes the role of senior partner.
Established in Coventry in 1797, BTTJ now operates four offices in Coventry, Warwick, Balsall Common and Southam.
Wright said: “After a long career I retire as senior partner leaving the firm in the hands of a great team of partners and staff. I am remaining at BTTJ as a consultant to help and advise as required. I wish Alex Khan – who succeeds me as Managing Partner – all the best. I am grateful to all of my colleagues for their hard work, help and support over the years which has made BTTJ just the best place to work. I must also thank my clients and professional contacts for their instructions over the years and their kind words on hearing of my retirement.”
Khan qualified as a solicitor in 2002 and became a partner at the firm in 2021. He currently oversees the firm’s commercial property team and works on both commercial and residential property matters.
BTTJ has also appointed Susan Faulkner, as the firm’s head of risk and compliance, as a non-fee-earning partner to strengthen its leadership team.
Khan said: “During her time in the role, Samantha has accomplished a great deal for the firm. As we move forward we want to build on these successes and will look to enhance our use of technology to increase efficiency and the service we can offer our clients whilst maintaining the personal client relationships upon which we
pride ourselves.
“As a firm, we want to support our local communities and will continue to run and take part in charitable activities to raise funds for local causes. We also want to provide educational and training opportunities and will be looking to increase the number of apprentices we take on over the coming years.
“We aim to continue building a service which our clients find friendly and easy to navigate, giving them the confidence they are receiving the right advice and the very best service most suited to their individual needs. And we also aim to provide excellent career pathways for all our members of staff, providing them with the best education and experience, which in time will only further strengthen the skills and expertise we have on our team.”
