Law firm bolsters property team

A highly experienced residential property lawyer has been recruited by Smith Partnership to help the firm deal with an increase in case work across all five of its regional offices.

Julie Tomasik, who has more than 40 years’ experience in the industry, has joined the law firm as its head of conveyancing.

She has joined the firm at a time when its conveyancing departments at its head office in Derby, as well as branches in Burton, Stoke, Leicester and Swadlincote, are continuing to deal with a surge in cases dating back to the start of the pandemic.

She said: “I’ve seen lots of changes throughout my career but the one thing that has never changed is the need for people to always want to move home, whether for family reasons or through work, or, following the pandemic, for homeworking.

“None of those moves can be completed without the lawyer ensuring all of the legal reviews, checks and searches are completed, which has become a complex process in this day and age.”

Kevin McGrath, managing partner of Smith Partnership, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Julie to the firm. She brings a wealth of experience and a passion for client care that will ensure that we continue to offer the best possible service to all of our conveyancing clients.”