DLA Piper makes promotions

LAW firm DLA Piper has invited one Leeds-based lawyer to join its partnership and has promoted a further two as legal directors.

Paul Hirst will become the firm's newest projects and finance partner based at its Princes Exchange offices in Leeds.

Andrew Horton, a specialist in banking and finance litigation, and Chris Baker, who specialises in employment law, have both been promoted to the role of legal director, based in Leeds.

Neil McLean, DLA Piper's office managing partner, said: “We are continually developing and rewarding talented lawyers who further our ability to provide clients the best possible legal advice, and Paul is a deserving partner who strengthens our growing projects and finance business.

“Andrew and Chris have consistently exceeded the expectations of their clients, and their experience and expertise will play an important part to the future of the firm, and its great to see them progress.”

The appointments are part of a record number of promotions across the international law firm.