Bedell Cristin has announced promotions in its Financial Services Law, Dispute Resolution and Human Resources teams as part of the firm’s annual career progression cycle.

Naomi Ryan has qualified as an associate through the firm’s Solicitor Training Programme and joins Bedell Cristin’s Jersey Financial Services Law team. She originally joined Bedell Cristin as a paralegal in the Jersey International Private Client practice group, before qualifying as a Solicitor of England & Wales after placements across the firm’s legal teams.

Harry King has also qualified as an associate and will join the firm’s Guernsey Litigation team shortly. He began his career as a paralegal in the Guernsey Financial Services Law team before beginning his training contract to qualify as a Solicitor of England & Wales in 2023.

Additionally, Leanne Duffy has been promoted to HR Manager, recognising her contributions to the firm’s HR function and wellbeing strategy. Leanne has been with Bedell Cristin for over four years, having previously worked within Jersey’s finance and legal services industry.

Bedell Cristin global managing partner Tim Pearce said that supporting career development remains a priority for the firm.

“On behalf of the partners, congratulations to Harry and Naomi on qualifying as associates and to Leanne on her well-deserved promotion,” said Tim.

“It is particularly rewarding to see our training programme continue to develop talented lawyers within the business, with more people progressing through to associate roles. Investing in our people and providing clear career pathways is a fundamental part of our success.”