Begbies Traynor appoints partner in Preston

Begbies Traynor has announced the promotion of Chris Lawton to the role of partner at the firm’s office in Preston. 

This comes after he first joined Begbies Traynor in 2016, who went on to qualify as a licenced insolvency practitioner in 2019. 

Prior to his promotion, Lawton has been leading the Preston office as insolvency director. 

In his new role as partner, Lawton will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of the firm across Lancashire, supporting its growth initiatives in the region, and further enhancing its reputation for excellence.

In addition, as a partner at the firm, Lawton will leverage his extensive experience to oversee complex insolvency cases, lead client engagements, and provide strategic guidance to businesses facing financial challenges. 

Lawton said: “I am delighted to be appointed as a partner at Begbies Traynor in Preston. This promotion is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, as well as the firm’s commitment to fostering professional growth.

“I am excited about this opportunity to continue serving our clients and professional associates across the region with our corporate restructuring and insolvency services.”

Paul Stanley, North West regional managing partner of Begbies Traynor, added: “Chris Lawton’s promotion is a well-deserved recognition of his outstanding performance and invaluable contributions to our firm. His deep knowledge of the industry, combined with his strong leadership skills, has been instrumental in driving our success in Lancashire. 

“We are thrilled to have Chris as a partner, and we are confident that he will continue to excel in his new role, further strengthening our position as a leading provider of restructuring and insolvency services.”