Bevan Brittan bolsters litigation practice in Birmingham with Rhys hire

Bevan Brittan has hired commercial and property litigation specialist Cynyr Rhys as a senior associate in its Birmingham offices.

Rhys was previously an associate at Anthony Collins Solicitors in the city and has a law degree from Aberystwyth University.

He has substantial experience in diverse sectors, particularly within the public and third sectors – including local government, health bodies, housing associations and charities. He has also advised on a wide range of disputes, including contractual issues, landlord and tenant disputes, land disputes, defamation and judicial review.

Rhys said: “I am very excited about joining Bevan Brittan. The firm has an excellent reputation in the marketplace, and I look forward to working alongside a strong and dedicated team in supporting existing and new clients in the region and nationally.”

Other recent appointments to Bevan Brittan’s Birmingham office include:

• Monica Macheng (Partner) - corporate and commercial operations
• Rebecca Pendlebury (Partner) - property, regeneration and development
• Sarah Greenhalgh (Senior Associate) - housing 

The firm also recently hired Judith Hopper from DLA Piper as a litigation partner in its Leeds office.

Mark Robertson, partner in Bevan Brittan’s property department, said: “I am delighted that Cynyr is joining our team here in Birmingham. He is a welcome addition to our growing legal capability and brings with him considerable experience that will provide our clients with added depths of expertise and a commitment to excellent client service.”