Leading Property Lawyer joins Debenhams Ottaway

Ruth Boulton joins Debenhams Ottaway from Thomas Eggar LLP

Debenhams Ottaway, the Hertfordshire based firm of solicitors, has recently announced the appointment of a new property partner. Ruth Boulton will provide strategic direction to the firm’s Property services practice and in addition will lead the firm’s team in Radlett. She joins from Thomas Eggar LLP a top 100 law firm, where she was equity Partner and Head of Property.

The firm’s property practice has grown over the last 10 years and the number of solicitors in the property team has increased from two to eleven. This latest appointment further demonstrates the Hertfordshire firm’s commitment to the property sector.

Commenting on the appointment Ian Hopkins, Chief Executive said:

“I am delighted that Ruth is joining, she brings with her a wealth of experience and expertise. This appointment is of strategic significance to the firm’s property practice and will further strengthen our senior team.”

Ruth is ranked in the legal directories, Chambers UK and the Legal 500. Chambers UK recognises Ruth as a ‘leader in her field’ and Legal 500 describes her as ‘first rate, a consummate professional, extremely knowledgeable and helpful’.