LAW firm Walker Foster has appointed solicitor Edward Sanderson as its new head of family law.

Mr Sanderson qualified as a solicitor in 2013 and has joined Walker Foster from Leeds firm, Austin Kemp.

He specialises in divorce, separation, finances and children. In his previous role he handled complex ancillary relief finance cases and international divorce. He is based in the firm’s Skipton office but will see clients by appointment in any of their offices.

Director Keith Hardington said: “We are delighted to welcome Ed. He brings with him a real sense of caring about his clients as well as the specialist knowledge of Family Law.”

Mr Sanderson added: “I look forward to building upon the great work the team has been doing.

“Every part of Family Law must be handled with the utmost care and consideration. I have handled hundreds of very complex and emotive cases with compassion and integrity to provide the best possible service and great results for my clients and look forward to continuing this with Walker Foster.”

Outside work Mr Sanderson’s interest are local history, tennis and politics. He is also an enthusiastic, if not yet fully accomplished, baker.

Walker Foster was founded in Skipton in May 1919 and is celebrating its centenary year. The firm operates from Skipton, Barnoldswick, Silsden and Ilkley and employs 60 people.