HAMPSHIRE law firm Coffin Mew has welcomed two new recruits and announced four key promotions.

Sarah Roberts, senior associate, has joined the firm's wills, trusts and probate team, having previously worked for Irwin Mitchell Solicitors, and Adrian McClinton, associate solicitor, has joined the dispute resolution team from Rix & Kay solicitors.

Hayley Bevis has been promoted to partner and appointed as the new head of Coffin Mew’s corporate team.

Amanda Read has also become partner and will continue to lead the pension property offering.

Ben Loosemore and Laura Lyons will both be providing support as newly promoted associates in the commercial property and new homes teams respectively.

Coffin Mew, which recently merged with Charles Lucas & Marshall to increase its presence across the region.

Miles Brown, CEO of Coffin Mew commented: “This year will undoubtedly be a milestone year for Coffin Mew as we grow both in size and market position.

“We are delighted to welcome such talented individuals as Sarah and Adrian to our team. We are equally pleased to recognise the success and achievements of our current employees - a well-deserved promotion is one of the most celebrated occasions at Coffin Mew. Our staff are the crux of what sets the firm apart from its competition.”