Employment law specialist Andrew Howard has joined Travers Smith as a partner from Deloitte to bolster the independent firm’s London ranks.
Howard brings extensive expertise, having played an integral role in building out Deloitte’s employment practice, leading the people and employee relations team since 2024 after becoming a partner in 2022.
Prior to joining the Big Four accountancy firm in 2020, he was a senior associate at legacy Allen & Overy for more than five years. He also had two four-year stints at legacy Speechley Bircham and legacy Eversheds, where he trained and qualified.
Travers Smith said Howard is recognised for his entrepreneurial drive and strong leadership skills, with broad sector experience, particularly in financial services – one of the firm’s key business sectors.
Edmund Reed, Travers Smith’s managing partner, said: “[Howard’s] innovative approach and extensive experience will be a fantastic addition to our employment practice.”
He added: “Andrew’s arrival demonstrates our commitment not only to delivering an exceptional client service, but also to the firm’s growth ambitions.”
Tim Gilbert, who heads what is now a six-partner employment team, said: “We are really pleased to have Andrew join our busy, high-performing department. Our continued success will come from combining our homegrown talent with leading lawyers like Andrew who bring experience, leadership and new perspectives. He makes a great addition to our current and future plans and,...
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