Devonshires has strengthened its Birmingham presence by appointing Baljit Basra as a partner, enhancing their Housing Litigation unit.
- This strategic appointment raises the firm’s partner count to 55 and signals ongoing growth.
- Baljit Basra transitions from Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP, bringing over 20 years of expertise to her new role.
- She will lead the firm’s Birmingham Housing Management and Property Litigation team, joining existing teams in London and Leeds.
- The move aligns with Devonshires’ plan for regional expansion, following recent internal promotions.
Devonshires has taken a significant step in reinforcing its Birmingham branch by announcing the appointment of Baljit Basra as a new partner. This move reflects an ongoing trend of strategic growth within the firm, raising its number of partners to 55. Baljit’s appointment underscores a commitment to enhancing the firm’s capabilities in Housing Litigation.
With a robust legal background, Baljit Basra joins from Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP, renowned for her broad expertise spanning over two decades. Her role encompasses training Registered Providers, undertaking court advocacy, addressing disrepair and statutory nuisance issues, handling possession cases, and advising on policy and procedures. Her extensive experience aligns with Devonshires’ aim to fortify its specialist legal services.
At Devonshires, Baljit will spearhead the Birmingham Housing Management and Property Litigation unit while collaborating with parallel teams situated in London and Leeds. This appointment is part of Devonshires’ ongoing expansion strategy across the Midlands. Baljit’s sentiments reflect her enthusiasm, as she mentioned her delight in joining a “well-respected team” and her excitement about contributing to their growth in Birmingham and the Midlands.
The strategic decision to bring Baljit Basra onboard follows a period of notable progress for Devonshires, marked by the promotion of five solicitors to partners. These promotions include Rachel Orgill-Harris, Natalie Swales, Carlos Fernandes, Joanna Bouloux, and Pauline Lépissier. This development indicates a focus on internal growth alongside external recruitment, enriching the firm’s expertise and leadership.
Donna McCarthy, leading the Housing Management and Property Litigation department, expressed her confidence in Baljit’s ability to drive further growth in the Birmingham office and across the firm. Her statement highlighted Baljit’s respected standing in the legal community and anticipated her instrumental role in achieving the firm’s broader objectives.
These strategic decisions reinforce Devonshires’ commitment to both expanding its geographical footprint and consolidating its position in the legal sector.
