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Harding Evans acquires Penarth firm Merrils Ede, founded in 1865
Newport-headquartered Harding Evans has acquired Merrils Ede, a Penarth solicitors' practice founded in 1865 with a longstanding private client practice, giving the Welsh firm its first office in the Vale of Glamorgan. Merrils Ede's six-person team transfers to Harding Evans, which now has three offices: Newport, Whitchurch in Cardiff and Herbert Terrace in Penarth.
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Key points
- Harding Evans will offer its full range of legal services to individuals and businesses from the Penarth town center office.Insider MediaWales247
- Chairman Ken Thomas said the deal follows a sustained period of organic growth and strengthens the firm's regional position.Insider MediaWales247
- Merrils Ede managing partner Janet Tillyard said the deal lets the firm offer clients a broader range of services.Insider MediaWales247
- Thomas said any acquisition must share Harding Evans' values and approach so teams integrate smoothly.Insider MediaWales247