The appointment recognises Lizzy Firmin’s outstanding contribution to the leadership and management of the firm since joining in 2019 and secures the continued strength and stability of Ellisons’ senior leadership team.
Lizzy first joined Ellisons as an HR consultant in the second half of 2019 before being appointed HR Director in February 2020, shortly before the onset of the global pandemic. In 2022 she succeeded John Turner as Chief Operating Officer. Among her many achievements, Lizzy has been instrumental in the formation and implementation of Ellisons’ values-based strategy and its renewed focus on colleague experience. She has worked tirelessly to ensure Ellisons is a great place to work and has driven initiatives to deliver on the firm’s promise of being an excellent team delivering excellent service to every client, every time. She has also carried out NED roles at East of England Ambulance Trust and NHS North East Essex Commissioning Group.
Her appointment to the equity partnership follows the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s approval of Ellisons’ application to become a Licensed Body (formerly known as an Alternative Business Structure).
Guy Longhurst, Managing Partner, said: “Welcoming Lizzy to the equity partnership is a very proud moment for Ellisons. Her contribution to the leadership of the firm has been exceptional, guiding us through the challenges of recent years, embedding our values and championing both colleague experience and client excellence. Her willingness to commit her long-term future to Ellisons is fantastic news for the firm, our clients and every member of our team.”
Lizzy Firmin, Chief Operating Officer and new Equity Partner, said: “I am honoured to join the equity partnership at such an exciting time for Ellisons. I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together so far and I look forward to continuing to work with our leadership team and colleagues to build on our successes and shape the future of the firm.”
Photo: Left to right Guy Longhurst (Managing Partner) and Lizzy Firmin (Chief Operating Officer)
