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O'Connors announces three promotions

Liverpool and London-based firm of business lawyers and advisers, O’Connors, has promoted Tash Lackner, Josh Bates, and Phil Bowers in recognition of their contribution to the growth and development of the firm.

Corporate lawyer Natasha (Tash) Lackner becomes a Legal Director and will take the lead in driving the firm’s national legal services sector strategy.

Regulatory & insurance lawyer Josh Bates becomes a Legal Director and will take the lead in driving the firm’s national financial services sector strategy, including the recently launched PLUS+ service for lawyers, accountants and other professionals who need additional insurance and regulatory support on major client projects and transactions.

Commercial lawyer Phil Bowers becomes a Legal Director and will take the lead in driving the firm’s national sport sector strategy.

Commenting on the changes, O’Connors’ CEO, David Malone, said: “These promotions reflect the enormous contribution Tash, Josh and Phil make to the firm every day. As well as their important management roles, they each bring rare legal project management skill and clarity of thinking to their legal work, which is a hallmark of what we do in helping clients to manage their risk in important projects and transactions.

“Tash, Josh and Phil will be responsible for the development of ground-breaking solutions that help clients overcome the emerging and evolving challenges they face, and I can’t think of a better way to make a difference in business life.”

O’Connors provides a unique blend of corporate, commercial, insurance and regulatory advice for fast growing and innovative businesses. The firm was founded in 2003 and comprises twenty-five lawyers and support staff.

For further information, please contact David Malone.