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BCL Solicitors Announces Promotions and Welcomes New Trainees

1 April 2026

BCL is pleased to announce a number of promotions across the firm, reflecting the continued growth of the practice and the outstanding contribution of its lawyers.

Kate Chanter, Jonathan Flynn, Alex Gorst, and Christina Josephides have been promoted to Principal Associate. Amelia Clegg, Megan Curzon, Ewelina James, and Magali Sharma have been promoted to Senior Associate.

These promotions recognise the individuals’ technical excellence, dedication to clients and significant contribution to the firm’s success. Each has played an important role in strengthening BCL’s offering across its core practice areas.

Richard Sallybanks, Managing Partner, commented: “These promotions are thoroughly well-deserved and reflect the exceptional talent we have across the firm. Each of these lawyers has demonstrated a strong commitment to our clients and consistently deliver work of the highest quality. We are proud to support their continued progression and look forward to seeing them thrive in their new roles.”

In addition, the firm is pleased to announce that April O’Neill and Dimitri Naumenko-Pronin, currently Legal Assistants at BCL, will commence their training contracts with the firm on 1 April. Their progression reflects both their individual achievements and the firm’s commitment to developing talent from within.

Karen Peacock, Practice Development Director, added: “We are equally delighted to see April and Dimitri take this next step in their careers with us. Supporting our people as they progress is central to our culture, and we are confident they will continue to make excellent contributions as they begin their training contracts.”

BCL continues to build on its reputation as a leading firm, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional client service and developing its people.

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