Forbes Solicitors, have promoted Associate Solicitor Tom Smith, to Head up their Dispute Resolution Team.

Tom, who joined Forbes in July 2015, advises in relation to commercial disputes, providing strong, commercial advice to SME’s, partnerships and owner managed businesses across the country. His specialisms include disputes arising from contracts, disputes between shareholders, professional negligence claims and contentious insolvency issues.

“I am delighted to have been given the chance of heading up a strong and proactive team, with great experience and a strong and varied skillset, I look to take it from strength to strength. I am excited to be working not only with the Dispute Resolution Department but also as a part of the wider commercial team at Forbes, a team that is forward thinking, ambitious and dynamic” commented Tom.

“I want to make sure that we in the Dispute Resolution Department serve the needs of companies and individuals by assisting clients in finding the best possible solutions to their disputes with a real focus on customer service and value for money” he concluded.

Gavin Wright, CEO at Forbes said, “I am delighted Tom is heading our Dispute Resolution Department, his drive and determination coupled with his extensive experience, provides us with a strong platform to continue to expand Forbes’ presence in the local and national commercial sector.”