Expansion For Leading Law Firm In Cornwall
Truro solicitors Hancock Caffin aims to double its turnover and staff in the next three years following its merger with South West law firm Foot Anstey on 1st December 2007.
Hancock Caffin has an outstanding reputation in Cornwall with over 60 staff.
The new merged firm will be called Foot Anstey although in Cornwall the names of Foot Anstey and Hancock Caffin will be used.
The growth will come organically through the appointment of new lawyers to add and strengthen the teams in Truro particularly in those advising business teams.
Stephen Branfield Commercial Partner at Hancock Caffin added “This is an exciting development for us and our clients. The merged firm means that our clients will continue to receive a high quality service out of Truro but with the added benefit of strength and depth that only a regional heavyweight can offer”.
This year has seen Hancock Caffin show its green credentials by acting for EarthEnergy the Falmouth based subsidiary of Geoscience in relation to a multi million pound investment by McAlpines.
Jane Lister, Managing Partner of Foot Anstey said “Foot Anstey is on track to become the premier law firm in the South West following our merger with Hancock Caffin. The recent Western Morning News Corporate Deals Survey shows this strength with Foot Anstey together with Hancock Caffin acting in 39 major corporate deals during the past 12 months.”
“Being in Cornwall is an important step for us. Our move to bigger offices in Truro will accommodate 150 staff offering legal advice to businesses, individuals and the public sector.
“The merger is a true partnership, with Foot Anstey strengthening the company and commercial teams in Truro and Hancock Caffin bringing expertise in the agricultural sector to our clients in our offices in Exeter, Plymouth and Taunton.”
The new combined firm will have 40 partners and over 400 staff.
Published 01/12/2007
