A law firm's corporate team has expanded with five newly qualified solicitors.
Stephens Scown, which won Small Deal of the Year at the 2024 Business Insider South West Dealmaker Awards, has added Eliot Quevedo, Jennifer Short-Martin, Molly Ripley, Tom McCullagh, and Jackson Stayte to its team.
The firm, which has offices in Truro, Exeter, and Somerset, has acted on deals with a combined value of more than £130 million.
Tom McCullagh said: "Qualifying into our Taunton office provides a fantastic opportunity for me to develop new relationships with businesses across the Somerset region and to be at the forefront of the firm’s expansion."
Jackson Stayte said: "Joining the Business Finance Group as a newly qualified solicitor and helping to develop the business finance offering alongside Robin Koolhoven and the team has been a really rewarding experience as a junior."
Laurie Trounce, who leads the team alongside Giles Dunning, said: "This group of newly qualified solicitors have been exceptional, and we’re delighted that they’ve chosen to continue their careers with us.
"They have made a significant contribution to the corporate team's expansion and success, and we have been hugely impressed by their dedication and hard work."
The team now provides specialist guidance throughout the South West and the UK, working closely with directors and business owners to provide tailored, cost-effective strategies to achieve business ambitions.
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