James Halpin promoted to senior partner at SO Legal

James joined SO Legal as a trainee solicitor in 2017 and has progressed through the firm over the past nine years to become one of its senior leaders, now heading the commercial property team across multiple offices.

Based in Brighton, James has played a central role in the growth of the firm’s commercial property offering and has helped establish a strong national client base acting for landlords, investors, developers, and businesses across England and Wales.

Our commercial property solicitors support clients throughout the lifecycle of their property interests, from acquisition and financing through to leasing, portfolio management, refinancing, disposals, and wider strategic transactions.

Alongside his technical expertise and commercial approach, James has become widely respected internally for his leadership, work ethic, and commitment to developing people across the firm.

Hamed Ovaisi, chairman, said:

“James’ promotion to senior partner is exceptionally well deserved and reflects the enormous contribution he has made to the firm over a number of years. He joined us as a trainee and has developed into one of the firm’s key leaders, helping drive the continued expansion of our commercial property offering while also playing an important role in mentoring and supporting colleagues across the business.”

Simon Moss, managing director, added:

“James has been instrumental in the growth of our commercial property team and has built an outstanding reputation with clients, introducers, and colleagues alike. He combines strong technical ability with excellent commercial awareness and leadership skills. His progression from trainee solicitor to senior partner is also a fantastic example of the opportunities available within the firm for people who are ambitious, committed, and invested in long-term success.”

James Halpin added:

“Starting my career here as a trainee and now becoming a senior partner is a milestone I’m incredibly proud of. The firm has played a huge role in my professional development, and I’m looking forward to continuing that approach by investing in the next generation of trainees and young lawyers, while also strengthening and expanding the commercial property team and our wider practice areas.”

You can find out more about James Halpin on his profile page.

Commercial property expertise nationwide

Our commercial property solicitors act for landlords, investors, developers, lenders, and businesses across a broad range of sectors.

We advise on acquisitions and disposals, commercial leases, refinancing, development projects, portfolio management, landlord and tenant matters, and wider strategic property transactions from offices in London, Brighton, Bath, Eastbourne, Hastings, and Ulverston.

To find out more about our services, get in touch with our commercial property solicitors.