Freeths appoints Insolvency Director

Law firm, Freeths has announced that it has recruited a  new Insolvency Director to lead ist restructuring team in Leeds.

Helen Bates has more than 17 years’ experience covering all aspects of insolvency and restructuring, including both contentious and non-contentious matters. Her expertise includes advising on corporate insolvencies (including administrations, receiverships, liquidations and CVAs) and personal insolvency cases, such as IVAs and complex bankruptcy matters.

Bates will establish a new team in Leeds, while working alongside the wider team of 14 across the north in Manchester and Sheffield.

John May, Managing Partner for Yorkshire and the North West, said “We are delighted to welcome Helen to the firm. Helen brings with her a wealth of experience to expand the team’s already extensive restructuring and insolvency capability in Yorkshire.”

“Helen is part of our commitment to recruit and retain the highest calibre lawyers in the city and, as a result, the team continues to see fantastic growth, providing first class advice to our impressive range of clients. We know Helen will be a valuable resource for our clients.”