New Senior Associate appointment at Lester Aldridge

By Stephen Emerson

7 September 2022

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Matt Gilks has joined Lester Aldridge as Senior Associate in their Planning and Environment team.

The Barrister will be based at the law firm’s Southampton office.

Prior to his Lester Aldridge appointment, Matt Gilks was employed at several international law firms as barrister and in the Government Legal Service advising the Secretary of State.

“I’m excited to be embarking on this new challenge as a key part of a large, dedicated real estate team,” said Matt.

“Lester Aldridge’s strengths across the real estate, development and private client sectors enable me to continue to provide specialist knowledge and offer value for our varied client base.”

Tom Alder, Partner and Head of Real Estate Southampton, said: “I am delighted to welcome Matt, his arrival is a fantastic addition to our market-leading real estate team. His significant experience in the planning sector bolsters the team’s existing expertise and specialist knowledge that we can use to provide our clients with the very best service.”

From offices in Southampton, Bournemouth and London, Lester Aldridge provides legal advice and assistance to clients nationwide in all aspects of real estate law.

By Stephen Emerson

Stephen Emerson is the Managing Editor of The Business Magazine and is responsible for the publication's print publications and online properties including the newly launched Biz News websites in Hampshire and Dorset.

Stephen has been a journalist for 20 years and has worked at local, regional and national publications and led a team which made The Scotsman website one of the fastest growing news sites in the UK with over eight million monthly users.

He has a keen interest in technology, property and corporate finance and telling the stories of the people behind the successful firms in these sectors.