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Homegrown talent among Ellisons' three new partners

A former paralegal who joined Ellisons in 2013 is among three lawyers promoted to Partnership at the local law firm.

Amy Burton, David Heller and Phillip Slater with Managing Partner Guy Longhurst
Amy Burton, David Heller and Phillip Slater with Managing Partner Guy Longhurst
(Ellisons)

The details: Amy Burton, David Heller and Phillip Slater will join the Partnership effective 1 May 2025.

  • David Heller began his career at Ellisons as a Paralegal in 2013 before starting his training contract with the firm in 2014. He specialises in corporate transactions ranging from business acquisitions to group restructures.

  • Amy Burton advises high-net-worth individuals and families on complex estate planning, international succession and cross-border tax matters. She is a key member of the firm's international practice and a lead contact within the Alliott Global Alliance.

  • Phillip Slater brings over 25 years' experience in sophisticated domestic and cross-border finance transactions, covering acquisition and real estate finance, asset-based lending, treasury matters and complex funding structures.

Amy Burton, David Heller and Phillip Slater with Managing Partner Guy Longhurst
Amy Burton, David Heller and Phillip Slater with Managing Partner Guy Longhurst(Ellisons)

What they're saying: "We are proud to welcome Amy, Dave and Phil to the Partnership. Each has demonstrated outstanding technical ability, commercial awareness and commitment to client service," said Managing Partner Guy Longhurst .

He added: "These appointments reflect both the strength of our talent and our continued investment in the areas where our clients most need trusted, specialist advice."

The bottom line: The trio's promotion further enhances Ellisons' capability to deliver specialist legal advice to clients in the UK and internationally.

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