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Trowers' Exeter office continues growth with new partner hire

Trowers & Hamlins has expanded its Exeter team with the rehiring of Brian Hitchcock as Partner in the Projects and Construction team.

Brian brings 18 years of experience as a transactional infrastructure and project delivery lawyer, advising across a full spectrum of infrastructure, energy and real estate development projects in the UK. Brian has particular expertise in advising on contracting strategy and dispute avoidance.

He is ranked and recognised by the Chambers & Partners UK legal guide as "a go-to practitioner for large-scale construction project advice...

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Devon’s leading family law team expands

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Posted: Wed, 04/17/2019 - 11:04am

One of the UK’s highest regarded family law teams is continuing to expand. Stephens Scown LLP’s Exeter family team has seen its workload increase by 70 per cent over the last 10 years and it has just recruited its latest team member.

The team’s latest recruit, Kai Whicker has joined the employee-owned firm as a solicitor. His previous role was at a leading Hertfordshire law firm, where he specialised in complex and high net worth divorce. The team, which is based in Exeter, now has 24 members including five partners.

Stephens Scown’s family law team advises clients on a...

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How to solve five of the most common business-related challenges

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 04/17/2019 - 8:28am

Most new businesses will close down in under two years, but surviving past that milestone doesn’t mean you are free and clear. To help make survival easier you need to know in advance the types of challenges that your type of company is likely to face . Knowing the challenges, a business is likely to facecan help you prevent them or manage them successfully.

The Difficulty of Financial Management

Financial management is one of the cornerstones of any company. Managing your finances successfully means having all the right systems in place and keeping an accurate tab on your...

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Jessops in Exeter has opened its doors to a brand new store concept which is the first of its kind on a UK high-street.

A brand new Jessops photo store concept is coming to Exeter

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Posted: Tue, 04/16/2019 - 10:50pm

The photo revolution is coming to Exeter! Jessops on High Street has unveiled a new retail environment that’s all about setting your photos free.

Jessops’ new store in Exeter has officially opened this week with this exceptional new store set to fully embrace the photo revolution. Shoppers will discover exciting new photo printing creativity corners. What’s more, a team of ‘photosmiths’ will be on hand to help you get the most out of your photos, offering expert advice on how to see them free.

Jessops has seen a huge rise in the number of photos that are being taken by...

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Housebuilder makes key appointment in South West

Five star housebuilder Barratt Developments, which includes Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes has made a key appointment as it looks to expand its presence in the south west.

Nicki Reid has been promoted to sales director of the Exeter-based division which is creating new communities in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.

She joined the housebuilder 17 years ago as a sales advisor and has worked in four divisions of the housebuilder as her career has progressed.

“I’m delighted to have worked my way up the ladder and thrilled to be leading the sales team here in the...

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Starting up a compact tractor business, is it a good investment?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 04/15/2019 - 10:51pm

A compact tractor can be a handy machine, especially in the rural households. When speaking of tractors, we may initially think of machines used for mowing, tilling and moving materials. Tractors limited to these functions may be the first ones developed during the early 1980s – the birth of compact tractors. For more than three decades now, technology has advanced and compact tractors have become even more versatile. These machines are no longer limited to farm utility. With the right tools and attachments, compact tractors can transport materials , dig, mow and remove snow among other...

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Leading wood chipper manufacturer Timberwolf welcomes new partner in North Somerset, Devon and Cornwall

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Posted: Mon, 04/15/2019 - 8:39pm

Timberwolf, the UK’s leading manufacturer of professional wood chippers, has extended its customer support network by welcoming its latest dealer Masons Kings being located in North Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.

Masons Kings will offer sales and support to customers through its team of over 40 trained technicians and engineers via three depots in Exebridge, Chudleigh and St Columb.

Combining engineering excellence with the industry’s strongest support network, Suffolk-based company, Timberwolf, has the largest selection of wood chippers on the market, manufacturing products...

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Leading automotive software company is first tenant to move into Exeter Science Park's new 'Grow On Buildings'

Eight Technology Ltd. isthe first tenant to move in to the Grow-on Buildings at Exeter Science Park. Founded in 2003 Eight Technology’s ‘Dealerweb’ software helps automotive dealer groups, manufacturers and independent retailers to boost sales performance through better lead management and smarter customer communication and has relocated to a new state-of-the-art office.

Exeter Science Park’s Grow-on Buildings are partly funded by £4.5m from the HotSW LEP Growth Deal Funding. The HotSW LEP has also provided £2.5m local Government funding towards the Environmental Futures Campus and...

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Mary Jane Campbell, new Managing Partner at Simpkins Edwards, and previous Managing Partner Lynn Woodward

New Managing Partner takes the reins at Simpkins Edwards

Leading Devon accountancy firm Simpkins Edwards is celebrating the appointment of its new Managing Partner Mary Jane Campbell. Mary Jane, who also leads the British Junior Carriage Driving Team in her spare time, is taking over the reins from Lynn Woodward who has been at the helm since 2012. Lynn will remain as a partner at the firm, focusing on her rural business and agricultural client base.

Commenting on her appointment Mary Jane Campbell said: “Lynn has shaped the firm over the past seven years. She has done an amazing job, putting us in a strong position to meet the needs of...

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Gilbert Stephens at the Devon and Somerset Law Society Legal Awards 2019

DASLS Legal Awards Success

Gilbert Stephens Solicitors are very proud to announce that the firm received recognition at the Devon and Somerset Law Society Legal Awards 2019.

Gilbert Stephens were finalists last night in two categories, winning the Corporate Social Responsibility award and being presented with a ‘Highly Commended’ Law Firm of the Year (11+ Partners) award.

The Legal Awards ceremony on Thursday 4th April was hosted by the Devon and Somerset Law Society (DASLS) at Exeter Cathedral. The venue was the perfect accompaniment to the relaxed but distinguished ceremony.

Gilbert...

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Four new Directors for family law firm

South West family law specialist The Family Law Company has appointed four new Directors from within its ranks to strengthen its team and secure long-term succession plans.

The move swells the number on the Board by a third, with 58 percent now being women. Two of the new Directors are based at the company’s head office in Exeter and two at its Plymouth office.

In Exeter, Accounts Manager Jennie Wise has been with The Family Law Company for 20 years; she started with the company as an administrative assistant. Senior Associate Solicitor Fiona Wadey joined the firm in 2012...

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