Seven senior lawyers are taking the next step in their careers with Sintons, having gained promotions.
Adam Burton, Jonathan Grogan and Joanne Russell have all been promoted to senior associates, while Ed Liddell, Ellie Marriott, Hannah Mitchell and Sarah Ellis take on the roles of associates.
Christopher Welch, Sintons’ managing partner, explained that career development is a priority for colleagues at all levels in the firm: “From our apprentices and trainees through to our most senior and experienced colleagues, everyone in the firm has the opportunity to learn and be supported to progress in their legal career.
“Adam, Ed, Ellie, Hannah, Jonathan, Joanne and Sarah have all excelled in their roles and I want to congratulate them on their achievements; we all wish them the best in their new roles!”
Adam Burton and Ellie Marriott – personal injury and neurotrauma
Adam and Ellie both work in the area of personal injury, with Ellie specialising in supporting people who have suffered serious neurological injuries. They work with clients in the aftermath of accident or injury, negotiating settlements and ensuring people have access to physical and any other specialist support they need.
Jonathan Grogan and Ed Liddell – wills, trusts and estates
Jonathan and Ed form part of Sintons’ wills, trusts and estates department, with Jonathan specialising in disputes. They help people plan for the future, and resolve any issues that arise after someone has died.
Hannah Mitchell – court of protection
Sintons is home to a team of lawyers who work with the Court of Protection, which makes decisions on financial and welfare matters for people who lack the capacity to make these decisions themselves. Hannah and her colleagues advise people on matters including lasting powers of attorney, acting as a professional deputy, and making applications to the Court of Protection.
Joanne Russell – faith based law
Joanne provides legal services for faith-based institutions including advice on structural, governance, charitable and property issues. Joanne’s experience includes a wide range of faith based property transactions and she has undertaken extensive property work for the Methodist Church.
Sarah Ellis – residential conveyancing
Sarah is a member of Sintons’ experienced residential property team who advise clients ranging from first time buyers through to investors with large portfolios. Sarah’s areas of expertise include leasehold sales and purchases, leasehold enfranchisement, auction sales and purchases, and lease extensions.
If you’d like to take the next step in your career with Sintons, take a look at our current vacancies.



