SAS Daniels Announces Strategic Leadership Transition and Board Appointments
Leading North West law firm SAS Daniels LLP has announced a significant transition in its senior leadership team. Justine Clowes, currently deputy CEO, business owner, and joint head of the Macclesfield office, has been appointed as the firm’s new managing partner. Nigel Read, business owner, head of property and joint head of the Macclesfield office, becomes senior partner.
Justine succeeds Jeremy Orrell, who is leaving the practice on 30 April. Jeremy qualified as a solicitor in 1983 and joined SAS Daniels in 2009. Under his leadership as CEO since 2017, the firm has seen substantial growth and Jeremy has overseen significant capital investment in the business and across its 4 offices.
As a Corporate lawyer, Jeremy leaves a legacy of over 1,000 corporate transactions, including high-profile legal matters exceeding £100m. His tenure has been marked by consistent recognition as a top-tier lawyer in Chambers and Partners and as a Leading Individual by Legal 500.
Kaye Whitby, a prominent figure across the region, who is held in the highest regard by her clients, will also be leaving the practice on 30 April. Kaye is a business owner, partner and head of the SAS Daniels Chester office.
Further strengthening the firm’s long-term strategy, SAS Daniels is pleased to announce that three long-standing senior team members have been promoted to equity partners. This cohort includes Helen Kelly, partner, head of private client, and joint head of the Stockport office, Steven Percy, partner and head of commercial property and Paul Tyrer, partner and joint head of the Congleton office. Paul will also step into the role of head of corporate, a position previously held by Jeremy.
Jeremy Orrell said:
“It has been a privilege to lead SAS Daniels and witness our collective growth over the years. I am incredibly proud of the legacy we’ve built and the exceptional talent within our firm. I wish the new board and wider team every future success.”
Justine Clowes states:
“I am delighted to step into the role of managing partner at such an exciting time for our firm. Having worked closely with Jeremy and our talented team for many years, I am committed to building upon our strong foundations of legal excellence and client-focused service. I look forward to leading SAS Daniels into its next chapter of growth and innovation across the North West, as we look to recruit into all our legal departments and grow each of our offices.”
“On behalf of the entire team, I want to express our deepest gratitude to Jeremy and Kaye for their incredible commitment and many years of service. Jeremy’s leadership has been instrumental in our growth. We wish both Kaye and Jeremy the very best for the future.”
SAS Daniels LLP is a Cheshire-based law firm with offices in Stockport, Chester, Macclesfield and Congleton, servicing both businesses and individuals throughout the local area and nationwide.
The firm is committed to helping clients thrive in both their personal and professional lives, using their expertise, technical know-how and friendly approach to understand the needs and protect the interests of their clients. SAS Daniels’ 120-strong specialist team and 22 partners are all equipped to help resolve any legal matter regardless of size, ensuring a personalised experience is delivered from an experienced and approachable legal specialist.
For businesses, the solicitors support with corporate and commercial legal advice, dispute resolution, property transactions and employment and HR advice. For individuals, the firm can carry out property conveyancing, help with wills and wealth planning, and provide family law services, including divorce.
As a growing firm, SAS Daniels is looking to add to its talented team and is always keen to hear from solicitors with a corporate, private client or commercial property background, and from experienced residential conveyancers and assistants who will continue to fulfil the firm’s promise to understand its clients’ needs and protect their interests.
To find out more about SAS Daniels, visit www.sasdaniels.co.uk