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Cartwright King merges with Manchester’s Garstangs Burrows Bussin

Law firms Cartwright King merges with Manchester-based Garstangs Burrows Bussin in a deal that takes effect from 1st July.

The move means Cartwright King will secure a significant presence in the North West with offices in Manchester and Bolton.

The deal welcomes three new directors, Mike Garstang, Richard Cornthwaite and Anthony Harris and 20 staff, bringing Cartwright King’s newly enlarged firm to over 250 employees.

Managing director of Cartwright King, Rupert Hawke, said: “I am delighted to announce this merger, which will not only boost Cartwright King’s presence in the capital, but give us a significant footprint in the North West – the new Northern powerhouse.

“Garstangs Burrows Bussin is a highly respected firm, with a formidable reputation and its team’s ethos and progressive, modern approach fits exceptionally well with Cartwright King’s culture and focus.

“The enlarged firm, with its new areas of expertise and wider geographical footprint, is of benefit to all parties as well as to our clients.

“This merger represents a key development in Cartwright King’s continuing expansion plans, and we welcome enquiries from firms across the UK.”

Partner at Garstangs Burrows Bussin, Richard Cornthwaite, said: “We are confident that the merger of Cartwright King and Garstangs Burrows Bussin will create a true national law firm, with an unrivalled depth of experience and skill sets.”

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