North East Law firm, Savage Silk continues its recruitment drive with the appointment of one of the region’s leading corporate and commercial lawyers, Paul Bury.
Paul, who is highly regarded for providing first class legal advice to businesses in the region and beyond, has experience of dealing with a wide range of corporate matters, across a broad spectrum of sectors, including acquisitions and disposals, corporate restructuring, investments, corporate governance, commercial contracts, and intellectual property.
During his legal career, spanning almost four decades, Paul advised a number of high profile organisations including ICI.
Prior to joining Savage Silk, Paul, held the position of managing partner for Endeavour Partnership, in Stockton for almost nine years having co-founded the firm in 1999.
In addition to the work Paul has done over the years advising business leaders, he has always had an interest in the third sector working with local charities including Butterwick Hospice, Mind and The Prince’s Trust.
Paul is passionate about supporting young solicitors to help them achieve their full potential, and acted as mentor to a number of other corporate and commercial lawyers practicing in the North-East and beyond.
Paul is the latest of several significant hires over recent months by Savage Silk, who provide a complete and comprehensive service to companies, entrepreneurs, and private individuals.
Commenting on the appointment, Paul said “Savage Silk continues to grow its reputation as one of the leading firms in the North East. It has been interesting watching the firm go from strength to strength over the last few years, and I am excited to be working with their clients to help them overcome commercial challenges.
Satpal Pandal, Director at Savage Silk, added “We are absolutely delighted to welcome Paul to the firm. His legal knowledge and experience are unsurpassed and he is a great asset to the team. During the last few years, we have seen a significant increase in demand from clients in the region and having Paul on board strengthens our legal service offering. Paul’s appointment is part of a wider plan to strengthen and develop our talent pool in both our Teesside and Newcastle office.”
Established in 2014, Savage Silk has an office in Newcastle city centre and in Teesside, offering a wide range legal advice to business owners and individuals. The firm’s service offering includes corporate and commercial, commercial property, employment, litigation, residential conveyancing and wills and probate.