A west Suffolk-based law firm has expanded its insolvency services by appointing a new partner.

Ashtons Legal, which has its headquarters in Bury St Edmunds, announced the appointment of Laura Hook to its insolvency and corporate restructuring team.

Ms Hook will be based in the Cambridge office.

Fiona Stuart, head of Ashtons’ insolvency and corporate restructuring team, said: “I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Laura to Ashtons.

"Laura is highly regarded by both her peers and her clients and is a key part to our continuing dynamic growth.

"I know she will be a pure joy to work with and will help build on the great work the team already delivers.”

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She is recognised in the Legal 500 as being responsive, easy to work with and highly professional.

Ms Hook said: “I am thrilled to be joining Ashtons Legal as a partner in the insolvency and corporate restructuring team alongside Fiona Stuart.

“I am looking forward to building on my experience of working in the London and South Eastern markets, and to developing and growing a talented team of legal professionals who share a passion for client-focused service.”