People: Commercial property team appointments; Series of promotions at Savills; Solicitor re-joins firm to head up dispute team; and more

The Leeds office of Ison Harrison has bolstered its growing commercial property department following the appointment of two new lawyers.

Richard Scott has nearly 20 years’ experience in commercial property, with expertise extending to development work and agricultural property, having previously worked at a large regional firm.

Dhiran Mistry specialises in all aspects of commercial and residential property, including commercial loans and licenses to assign

Scotts’s new position will see him further develop his already extensive experience in commercial property law, with a particular focus on providing expert advice in relation to leasehold and freehold Commercial and Agricultural acquisitions and disposals.

As part of his new role, Mistry will be getting involved with the local community and charitable initiatives, helping to raise funds and awareness. His first initiative is to support the upcoming Kind Hearts Give Back Ball, a prestigious annual charity ball which Dhiran has a close personal relationship with. In January 2010, whilst at university, Dhiran was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Following a period of recovery, Dhiran’s determination saw him resume his studies just 18 months later, qualifying as a solicitor earlier this year.

Jonathan Wearing, managing partner at Ison Harrison, added: “Dhiran and Richard are proactive and talented commercial property lawyers and I’m delighted they have joined the rapidly expanding department here at Leeds. These appointments add an even greater dimension to our already very comprehensive service.”

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International real estate advisor Savills has announced eight promotions at its Leeds business with three to associate, four to associate director and one to director level.

Mark Wilson has been named as a director in the investment department; Associate directors have been named as Dot Tyrtania (Housing and Healthcare), Catherine Strofton (Planning) Jenny Banks (Property Management) and Josh Howe (Retail); those promoted to associates are Rebecca Housam (Planning), Rob Moore (Planning) and Tom Broadley (Property Management).

Paul Fairhurst, head of office at Savills Leeds, comments: “I am pleased to announce this raft of promotions and extend my congratulations to these eight individuals. The development and progression of our staff is integral to the success of the business as a whole and ensures we provide the best service for our clients.”

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Levi Solicitors, based in Leeds, has welcomed Paul Sykes to head its Dispute Resolution team.

Sykes was a valued member of Levi Solicitors’ Dispute Resolution team for over 20 years, and re-joins after a period working at two other leading Yorkshire firms.

He has over 32 years’ experience in commercial and civil disputes. This has involved extensive expertise in dealing with high-value disputes in areas including professional negligence, business, shareholder, insurance and construction matters.

Steven Newdall, the managing partner, said: ‘We are thrilled to have Paul Sykes back as the new head of our litigation team. His vast experience in dealing with dispute resolution cases will certainly enhance our team’s expertise in the area. His position at Levi Solicitors will no doubt lead to further exciting opportunities for both the department and clients as our firm continues to grow’.

Newdall will continue to head up the professional negligence and construction dispute teams.