Edward Sparrow appointed chairman of City of London Law Society
06 October 2016
The CLLS is the professional representative body for the largest national and international law firms in the City of London. The role of the CLLS chairman is to represent the views and concerns of member firms and to promote good relationships between City firms, policymakers and other key stakeholders.
Edward replaces chairman Alasdair Douglas, former senior partner of Travers Smith, who has held the role for five and a half years.
A partner at Ashurst for over 35 years, Edward specialises in financial services regulation and City-related disputes, and will continue to be a partner at Ashurst.
Edward Sparrow said:
"I am honoured to have been appointed by the CLLS and look forward to building on the progress that the organisation has made under Alasdair's chairmanship."
CLLS chief executive David Hobart said:
"Edward Sparrow has a deep understanding of the issues currently facing the profession and recognises the core priorities of City firms. I am very pleased to welcome him."