Mr Hyams, a graduate of the University of Edinburgh originally joined the firm as a trainee in August 2015. He qualified as a solicitor in 2017, training in Balfour and Manson’s commercial property, employment and private client departments. 

His promotion to associate will see him continue to specialise in private client work, advising clients on a range of matters including wills, power of attorney, estates administration and guardianship issues. 

Balfour and Manson chairman Elaine Motion said: “We are on a continual journey to harness the skills and help develop the next generation of lawyers and by appointing James, after carefully nurturing his career path since he joined us as a trainee, we know that talented individuals such as James will play a significant role in defining the future direction of Balfour and Manson.

“He thoroughly deserves this appointment and will continue to make an important contribution to our continuing growth and success.”