TWO new solicitors, one a partner, have joined the commercial division of North and East Yorkshire law firm Harrowells Solicitors.

They are partner Paul Burkinshaw and assistant solicitor Matthew Hayward., who follow two senior appointments to Harrowells commercial division last autumn.

Mr Burkinshaw is a dispute resolution lawyer specialising in construction and property litigation. Based at the Thirsk office, he also deals with agriculture.

Mr Hayward concentrates on commercial property and acts for property developers. He also works on landlord and tenant issues. He is based at the Clifton Moor office.

Head of commercial division Simon Black said: “These two appointments represent a further expansion to our commercial division.” Both appointments recognise the growth of highly-regarded construction and property companies across North and East Yorkshire.”