Knights’ Brighton team welcomes two new partners

Law firm Knights has bolstered its Brighton team with specialists in intellectual property and clinical negligence.

Partners Philip Partington and Elise Bevan join the firm this week, taking the number of new partners in Brighton since the start of the year up to six.

Philip brings a wealth of knowledge in intellectual property strategy and high value disputes.

“I’m thrilled to join Knights and become part of a team of leading intellectual property lawyers across the country”, he said.

“I’m looking forward to helping the team to grow even further.” 

Philip’s arrival coincides with the appointment of CL Medilaw partner Elise.

Elise is experienced in women’s health and has represented several clients in transvaginal mesh litigation.

She also specialises in claims concerning cosmetic treatments, delays in diagnosis of cancer and product liability claims. 

Elise said: “The strength of our team is already obvious, with specialists across so many areas.

“It’s great to be part of the team.” 

Both new partners will be based at Knights’ Brighton city centre office at Edward Street Quarter, which is set to welcome more partners throughout the coming year.

Darren Walker, client services director at Knights, said: “We’re really pleased to welcome Elise and Philip to the team.

“It’s been a very positive week for our team in Brighton following the promotion of partners Amy Richardson and Eleanor Gadd. 

“Coupled with the arrival of partners Leonard Scudder and Sally Peake in recent months, we have six new partners in Brighton since the turn of the year.

“We’re growing and recognising talent – it’s a really exciting time for our team.”