Largest firm continues to grow

Oct 26 2008 The Journal

TBI Solicitors has strengthened its position as the largest law firm in the Tees Valley. TBI is a full- service legal firm employing 140 staff, including 15 partners and 60 further fee-earners.

As part of its commitment to continued expansion of services, TBI recently appointed John Hall as managing partner and relocated its business law office to new offices at Wynyard Park.

John Hall, a well-respected North East solicitor, joined TBI in 1976. He also heads the personal injury department and is one of the UK’s leading clinical negligence lawyers with more than 30 years’ experience.

He said: “TBI is committed to delivering the highest quality of service. By recruiting high-calibre staff, the firm can offer city standards of skill and service at a fraction of the cost. This is a fitting way to look to the future and build on the firm’s heritage dating back to 1841.”

The growing business law office, headed by Martin Levinson with three other partners and supported by a very capable team of young solicitors, has relocated to new offices in Wynyard Park, complementing its offices in Hartlepool, Stockton and Barnard Castle.

The success of the move and development of the business law team is evidenced by the recent publication of the Legal 500 and a series of quotations covering all key areas of their work:

Dispute Resolution – “TBI continues to gain recognition in the local business community. Alison Tate heads a straightforward, client-focused team.”

Corporate – “TBI, led by John Walters, regularly advises on local and national deals worth up to £10m.”

Intellectual Property – “TBI acts for a number of national clients. Amanda Mitten recently advised a leading name on brand protection issues.”

Commercial Property – “TBI has the talents of the high-profile Martin Levinson to draw on; he is experienced, hands-on and commercially astute. New clients include a major regional developer.”

Licensing – “TBI has a solid track record built on many successful applications handled by John Ellwood for the region’s growing food and leisure sector businesses.”

Private client work is another important element of TBI’s business. It has a comprehensive team of experts providing advice across a very broad range of services including family law, personal injury, medical negligence, litigation, asset manage- ment and conveyancing.

TBI is unique in the Tees Valley in that it also provides a comprehensive range of financial service support. With such a variety of services and pool of talented staff, the future certainly looks very bright for TBI.

:: Contact TBI on 08000 526 824.