Ellen originally trained and qualified as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives before cross qualifying as a solicitor in 2020. She started her legal career with Michelmores LLP as a Legal Assistant in 2006 and has worked with a number of well-respected law firms across the Devon area.

With disputes as a specialist area, Ellen has been brought in to strengthen the commercial litigation side of the firm covering contractual disputes, shareholder/director disputes, partnership disputes and debt recovery. She will also advise on matters relating to corporate and personal insolvency.

Kitson Boyce pride themselves on being ‘people-first’ and constantly look to combine expertise and exceptional service which in turn enables them to become a leading provider of legal guidance with outstanding levels of client satisfaction. The firm is known for prioritising client needs, building lasting relationships through empathy, trust and expertise.

Commenting on the news, Rhodri Davey, Managing Partner at Kitson Boyce said: “Every law firm wants to attract and employ the best solicitors out there. In Ellen, we’ve done exactly that, and her skills, experience and talent will be perfectly suited to our Dispute Resolution team. We look forward to welcoming her and seeing how she contributes as part of the wider Kitson Boyce team.”

Pictured: Andrew Pay, Head of Dispute Resolution and Insolvency and Ellen Yeates, Partner