Bristol law firm, Barcan+Kirby, has expanded its team as Associate Solicitor, Gareth Hughes joins the firm’s Commercial Property team.

Gareth moves to Barcan+Kirby from Foot Anstey, having previously worked at Burges Salmon, and specialises in commercial property investment and asset management. The firm will further benefit from his expertise in freehold acquisitions and disposals, leasehold transactions, estate management, development and property finance.

Commenting on Gareth’s appointment, Bill Willcocks Managing Partner at Barcan+Kirby said:

“Gareth will no doubt be an asset to our Commercial Property team, which has seen significant growth in the level of instructions this year.

“His expertise will further strengthen our offering to our many clients who rely on solid legal advice in often complicated transactions.”

Gareth Hughes, Associate at Barcan+Kirby said:

”I’m really excited about starting a new phase in my career in the legal profession with Barcan+Kirby.

“I look forward to delivering for the firm’s varied client base and assisting clients to navigate the legal complexities within the commercial property market. The firm is also at the forefront of supporting its staff when it comes to professional development and having a good work-life balance and was therefore the perfect fit at this point in my career.”