The lawyers work in areas such as private client, business and dispute resolution fields.

Withers, the law firm, has promoted seven lawyers to partner level from its private client, business and dispute resolution teams, with effect from 1 July.

The new partners are based across the US and Europe as follows:

New Haven
Ryan LoRusso is a private client lawyer, advising on domestic US and international tax planning. LoRusso has a particular focus on planning using insurance products.

Milan
Mattia Biasi is a corporate lawyer who works with Italian businesses and international institutions investing in Italy. Primarily working on M&A deals, Biasi has a focus on real estate transactions.

London
George Coleman works with clients on the acquisition and disposal of prime residential property. Alongside property transactions, Coleman also advises on landlord and tenant imatters.

Jennifer Dickson is a divorce and family lawyer with particular expertise in cases involving international connections, and trusts or complex corporate structures.

David Holland is a property advisor with a focus on high-value rural and residential properties. Holland advises individuals, trusts and companies on property transactions and related matters such as leases and mortgages.

Mark Lynch works with international and UK domestic companies and high net worth individuals, advising on M&A transactions, joint ventures, corporate reorganisations and boardroom disputes.

Libby Payne assists both businesses and senior executive clients on employment law, including contractual advice and tribunal cases. Payne has particular experience in the sports sector, working with clubs and prominent athletes.