Ellisons Solicitors, in Colchester, is pleased to announce that Stewart Nicholson has completed his training contract and is now a qualified Solicitor with the Firm.
Stewart attended Nottingham Trent University from 2007 – 2011, graduating with a 2:1 Law degree.
He joined Ellisons in October 2011, initially working in an administrative role whilst studying part-time for his LPC at Nottingham Law School. He joined the Commercial Property Department as a Paralegal in November 2012, before starting his training contract in July 2013 after completing his LPC, which he passed with distinction.
Stewart joins the Commercial Property Department as an Assistant Solicitor. He will be based at the Colchester Head Office.
Senior Partner and Commercial Property Department Partner, Guy Longhurst, said: ‘‘I am delighted to welcome Stewart to the department.’’
‘‘As a trainee, Stewart excelled himself and proved he is already an asset to our Firm and so we were very pleased to offer him a permanent position upon completing his training contract.’’
Stewart commented on his new role: ‘‘Ellisons is an excellent place to work, with an enviable network of clients and contacts and a fantastic history. I look forward to continuing my work in the Commercial Property Department.’’
Ellisons has made a significant effort to focus on the recruitment of trainees this year. During last year alone, the Firm had six Trainee Solicitors and two Trainee Legal Executives – an unprecedented amount!