Freeths strengthen employment offering with strategic appointment

National law firm Freeths has appointed Nicola Wallbank to head up the firm’s Oxford employment practice. Nicola joins from Bicester-based Julian Taylor Solicitors. 

With more than 18 years’ experience, Nicola advises employers and employees on all aspects of employment law, drafting and negotiating exits for senior executives, including where there are complex or high value bonus or share option issues. 

Nicola has acted for high profile clients across a range of sectors including education, retail and professional services, both nationally and internationally.

Sarah Foster, Managing Partner of Freeths Oxford, said: “Nicola’s appointment will bring a wealth of experience to continue to strengthen both our regional and national capabilities. We look forward to continuing to grow our team with Nicola’s help.”

Nicola Wallbank added: “I am very excited to be joining Freeths. People are at the heart of what I do. I like to listen to my clients’ needs and build strong relationships by being committed to achieving a good outcome, approachable and responsive. I look forward to working with a firm that supports this approach to clients and expanding the employment offering of Freeths.”