The managing partner at a leading Warrington law firm is retiring after 37 years at the partnership.
Christopher Hanratty, who joined Watsons Solicitors in 1984, specialised in personal injury, employment law and commercial property before becoming managing partner in 2002.
Under his leadership, Watsons has navigated multiple recessions and a global pandemic to position itself as one of the most highly respected law firms in the North West.
Latham Parry, who has been a partner at Watsons for six years, has been appointed as Chris’ successor.
Chris, who will continue as a consultant to Watsons, said: “Now is the right time to retire from the partnership.
“Over the last 30 years we have seen monumental changes in the way that legal services are provided and delivered.
“Over this time we have succeeded in creating a strong firm with good local presence, and I feel that following the best part of 20 years as managing partner it is time now to hand the reigns over to some fresh ideas and implementation.”
Latham, an employment law specialist, said: “The wealth of experience that Chris gave to the firm as well as the years of service, have been invaluable.
“We thank him for everything he has done to take us this far. We now move forward with a great management team, good financials and excellent staff.
“Watsons is in a strong position to move forward.”
Watsons Solicitors, which has been established for more than 60 years, specialises in family law, employment law, wills and probate, personal injury and conveyancing.
The team of experienced solicitors each hold various accreditations and memberships of professional bodies relevant to their expertise, while the firm’s partners oversee all areas of work.
If you are interested or require any information on any of our services then please get in touch for an appointment on:
Watsons Solicitors is determined to continue delivering excellency after earning the Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS) accreditation. Issued by the Law Society, the esteemed title signifies best practice for providing wills and estate administration advice and evaluates staff expertise, communication skills, and standardised processes. Employees must complete online training provided by the Law Society […]
Megan Bentley is the latest fresh face to join Watsons Solicitors’ family law department as she seeks to advance her career. Since starting her role as a paralegal in February, the Skelmersdale-native has been working closely alongside the team drafting orders and C2 applications, while also managing legal aid applications. The 19-year-old brings with her […]
“We can prove with numbers the impact Watsons Solicitors has had but it’s the long-lasting connections, smiles, and laughter that’s difficult to quantify.” This is just some of the overwhelmingly positive feedback from Warrington Wolves Community Foundation CEO Neil Kelly following support from Watsons for its health and wellbeing community programmes. Alongside the charity, the […]
A Cheshire-based family law solicitor believes that January being dubbed ‘divorce month’ is primarily down to the strains of domestic life. Danny Hudson, partner and a member of the family department at Watsons Solicitors, says his team sees an increase in couples filing for separation at the start of each year. However, he’s acutely aware […]
Watsons Solicitors is a trading name of Watsons Solicitors Warrington LLP a Limited Liability Partnership registered in England and Wales registered number OC386012 whose registered office is 13 Bold Street, Warrington, WA1 1DJ.
Watsons Solicitors Warrington LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority number 598547.
Watsons Solicitors
Warrington
Cheshire
WA1 1DJ