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Whitehurst moves to Hillyer McKeown

North West Law Firm, Hillyer McKeown, have announced that they have appointed Phil Whitehurst who joins the firm as Partner and Head of the Corporate & Company Commercial Department.

Hillyer McKeown recently announced an aggressive five year growth plan, which will see the firm double in size across its Chester, Wirral and North Wales offices.

Phil Whitehurst is a highly regarded solicitor with twenty years experience, and moves to the firm from DWF, Liverpool. With a strong background acting for private companies across a wide range of sectors, from agriculture to ecommerce, manufacturing to professional services, and retail to green energy. Phil also have extensive experience in advising fledgling businesses that are starting up, including advising on new company incubation and technology transfer arrangements in the education sector. Phil is renowned for his ability to understand the business of the client and the key issues that apply to their sector.

Steve Harvey, Managing Partner at Hillyer McKeown, said: “We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Phil Whitehurst. As a rapidly growing firm we’re committed to bringing on board people who bring significant experience and expertise to the business whilst also understanding the importance of great client service. With extensive experience in advising businesses on commercial arrangements and corporate transactions, such as acquisitions, finance and funding, joint ventures and management buyouts, we’re pleased to welcome Phil to the firm. We strongly believe in recognising and rewarding talent and commitment that makes a notable difference to our clients well being and service experience. I’m confident that Phil will demonstrate the right experience and attitude to meet the challenges of our clients as we continue to grow. Phil has deep roots in Merseyside and will assist us in the overall aim of stretching our current geographical reach.”

Speaking about his new appointment, Phil Whitehurst said: “This is an exciting time to join Hillyer McKeown. The firm has its sights set on expansion and and is going from strength to strength. I’m delighted to be bringing with me my reputation for providing a commercial, straightforward and pragmatic approach to legal services. For me its imperative that as individuals and as a team as a whole, we never lose sight of the clients’ aims and objectives.”

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