A BANKING litigation solicitor has joined a Bradford law firm as a partner within its commercial litigation team.

Andrew Breckenridge arrives at Gordons, based in Duke Street, following more than seven years in Leeds with national law firm DWF where he was head of banking litigation. He also has more than 25 years’ experience as a litigation solicitor.

In his role Mr Breckenridge acts for banks and other financial services businesses across a range of issues including complex secured recoveries, professional negligence and mortgage fraud, operational loss and claims against lenders including for alleged mis-selling.

Mr Breckenridge said: “It is an exciting time to join Gordons and I am looking forward to further developing relationships with colleagues and clients within the regional market place and beyond to grow our litigation offer.”