Law firm Shakespeare Martineau has made a series of promotions in its Birmingham and Stratford offices.

Following a bout of partner promotions earlier in the year, seven staff have been made legal director, namely Emma Bryant, Laura Murphy, Ravinder Johal, Alan Dark, Rachael Hobbis, Lisa Watts and Catherine Yule.

Making the step up to associate are Andrew Rushfirth, Sophie Samani, James Thomas, Hannah Oseland, Charlotte Fisher, Justine Ball and Gareth Hegarty.

The promotions mark the growth of the firm's corporate, real estate and litigation practices.

HR director Victoria Tester said: "Our clients are seeking advisers that are not only fluent in the law but can apply it to their businesses or personal affairs with commercial integrity.

"This is why the variety of courses available at the firm is so broad and includes business skills training as well as professional qualifications.

"The ambitious nature of our team is certainly reflected by businesses in the region too.

"With grit and determination, in a time with large amounts of uncertainty, this proves that the region, its people and businesses are robust and have their eyes set on growth.

"There is no doubt that our people are well-placed to grow and guide clients to success well into the future."