EMG Solicitors adds to board with fresh appointments

A law firm has made two senior appointments.

EMG Solicitors has welcomed Eilish Ferry-Kennington and Gemma Holmes to its board.

The duo join eight existing directors at the company, which has offices in Durham, Newcastle, Darlington, Penrith and Manchester.

Eilish, who joined EMG in 2017 and has progressed to become head of its Court of Protection health and welfare team, said: “The firm’s commitment to career progression is very impressive, and they’ve continually invested in and supported me to achieve my goals.

“It’s fantastic to be involved in the company at a different level.”

Gemma, who joined EMG in 2019 and is now part of its family law team, added: “It’s very exciting to have a seat at the table and to be involved in the wider strategic discussions about the company.”

Emma Gaudern, the law firm’s managing director, added: “We are all about rewarding loyalty and commitment, and both Eilish and Gemma are invaluable members of EMG Solicitors, delivering excellent client service.

“We hope their positive career progression shows how much we value their skills and dedication.”

• Pictured, above, from left to right, are EMG Solicitors’ managing director Emma Gaudern, Gemma Holmes, Eilish Ferry-Kennington and fellow EMG Solicitors founder Jemma Morland