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New Recruits

03 January 2008
Issue: 7302 / Categories: Legal News , Legal services , Profession
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Legal Services

The Bar Standards Board (BSB) has appointed five new members. The new recruits, who start work this week, are: Sue , Paula Diggle,  Professor Peter Hutton, Anthony Inglese, and Matthew Nicklin. Twenty-five new committee members—14 barristers and 11 lay members— have also been appointed. Members are expected to demonstrate an interest in and commitment to the integrity of the justice system and the public interest. Ruth Evans, BSB chairman, says: “The new appointees bring with them a wealth of expertise and knowledge that will be invaluable in guiding our work over the coming years.”

Issue: 7302 / Categories: Legal News , Legal services , Profession
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Freeths—Melanie Stancliffe

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Firm strengthens employment team with partner hire

DAC Beachcroft—Tim Barr

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Lawyers’ liability practice strengthened with partner appointment in London

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