Clarke Willmott LLP is delighted to announce the appointment of Tim Ryan to spearhead its commercial law practice. The appointment represents another significant capture for the company’s growing London office.

Tim brings an impressive track record in commercial law, having acted on a broad range of commercial matters, including for leading organisations across the media, sports and leisure sectors.

This has included advising on the commercial hospitality and ticketing rights for the Rugby World Cup, as well as acting on behalf of major media organisations, telecommunications companies and in respect of sporting and leisure venues and events, including the Ryder Cup, the Open Championship, and the Chelsea Flower Show.

Tim has also practised in major London law firms and headed up a team of lawyers at leading facilities management company Sodexo.

Stephen Rosser, Chief Executive said: “Tim will bring a wealth of commercial law experience to the firm and, in doing so, will also help strengthen our existing expertise in the sporting arena, as well as establish our media and leisure credentials. He is also the latest recruit to our fast growing London office albeit he will serve clients UK wide.”

He added: “Furthermore his appointment reflects our desire to recruit highly talented legal experts with a commercial background, which is critical to understanding the companies we act for and providing them with legal solutions that provide a clear return on investment.”

Commenting on his appointment, Tim said: “I am delighted to join Clarke Willmott at this exciting time. A forward-thinking firm with a truly national presence, the firm has some really excellent people serving a great client base.”

Kevin Jones who heads up Clarke Willmott’s sports sector added: “The arrival of Tim further bolsters the sector expertise that we have within the Sports Team at the company, which continues to go from strength to strength.“