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12 April 2016
Issue: 7694 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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Gretchen Scott—Goodwin Procter

New partner for hospitality & leisure practice

Goodwin Procter has announced that Gretchen Scott will join the firm’s hospitality and leisure practice as a partner in the London office.    

 “Gretchen joins Goodwin as the European hospitality and leisure market continues to grow, fuelling client demand for top-tier sector expertise,” says Christopher Barker, chair of Goodwin’s hospitality and leisure practice. “Her deep hospitality sector knowledge is an ideal fit for our robust international practice. We are delighted that Gretchen has chosen to join the Goodwin team, and we are thrilled to welcome her into our partnership.”    

Gretchen's practice focuses on advising both hotel owners and international hotel operators on all aspects of development and operational matters, covering management agreements, ownership structures, hotel franchising, timeshare, concession and procurement arrangements. She comes to Goodwin from King & Wood Mallesons’ London office, where she was a partner.

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Issue: 7694 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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