SOUTH coast law firm Warnergoodman Commercial has reinforced its commitment to growth with the appointment of five new partners.

The promotions coincide with the tenth anniversary of the commercial team, which has offices throughout the region including Southampton, Portsmouth, Fareham, Locks Heath and Waterlooville.

"Ten years ago we started as a very small department and have grown dramatically,'' said Michael Yeomans, who heads up Warnergoodman Commercial.

"The commercial sector in the south has also grown and we have built up a solid reputation in being able to offer our wide portfolio of clients a first class service with top class lawyers and support staff and these key appointments reflect our mission to build on these firm foundations in the future.

"We are delighted to promote five of the team to become partners in the firm and look forward to continued success,'' he said.

The five new partners are Kate Bradbury, Victoria Kelly, Howard Robson, Clare Sheerin and Tom Watkins.