TV Edwards is proud to announce the promotion of six Partners to Member Partners of the LLP, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to investing in its people and future growth. Effective from 8 April 2025, the newly appointed Member Partners are:
• Katie Brown (Social Welfare)
• Juanita Francis (Property & Probate)
• Adam Haffenden (Dispute Resolution)
• Sarah Inchley (Family Children)
• Paul Read (Family Finance)
• Adrienne Wright (Criminal Defence)

They will join existing Member Partners Julian Overton (Managing Partner), Jacky Starling (Senior Partner), Felix Couchman (Personal Injury), and Mark Ashford (Criminal Defence), taking on enhanced leadership responsibilities while continuing to drive excellence within their respective departments.

Meet the New Equity Partners

Katie Brown is a highly regarded housing and public law solicitor with a proven track record of securing life-changing outcomes for clients. Recognised in The Legal 500 (2025) as “a star in the social housing world”, she leads a nationally respected team known for taking on challenging cases with exceptional success.

Juanita Francis, a Licensed Conveyancer with over a decade of experience, has built a reputation for excellence in property law. Her commitment to client service and her collaborative approach have made her an integral part of the firm’s growth and success.

Adam Haffenden, an accomplished litigator, specialises in high value and multi-jurisdictional commercial, civil, and property litigation. With a background in prestigious City and West-End law firms, Adam brings extensive expertise and a client-focused approach to the Dispute Resolution team.

Sarah Inchley is a dedicated children law specialist with 16 years of expertise, bringing a wealth of experience in public, private, and international cross-border cases. Chambers and Partners (2025) describes her as “a standout lawyer who gives clients a voice in difficult proceedings and empowers them to keep going”.

Paul Read, head of the firm’s highly successful family team, is renowned for his expertise in complex financial disputes arising from divorce and separation. Under his leadership, the team has been named one of The Times’ top 20 firms in the UK for family law.

Adrienne Wright, who has been with TV Edwards since 2008 and leads the criminal department, is known for her commitment to client care and handling of serious criminal cases. The Legal 500 (2025) describes her as “impressive, empathetic, and a first choice for sensitive matters”.

A Vision for Growth and Excellence

Managing Partner Julian Overton commented:
“At TV Edwards, we are committed to nurturing and developing talent, and these promotions reflect that ethos. With ambitious growth plans ahead and our people and clients at the heart of our business, this is the perfect time to expand our equity partnership. I am delighted that we are doing so by recognising the contributions of our existing colleagues. Jacky, Mark, Felix, and I look forward to working alongside our new Member Partners and offer our congratulations on behalf of all TV Edwards.”