20th April 2026 ❘

Congratulations to our two new Equity Partners

Congratulations to our two new Equity Partners

Image: left to right: Mike Nicholls, Helen Hayward, Nick Gutteridge, Jennifer Bell

Congratulations to our two new Equity Partners…

We’re very happy to announce that we have appointed two new Equity Partners.

Corporate Partner Jennifer Bell and Co-Head of Agri and Estates Mike Nicholls, have both joined our Equity Partnership.

Jennifer is a leading corporate lawyer advising private companies, owner managed businesses and management teams across a broad range of commercial and corporate matters. She has a strong reputation for combining technical expertise with commercial insight and is also a trusted adviser on complex commercial contracts.

Mike has extensive experience in private client and property law. He deals with a wide range of matters and specialises in tax and estate planning, working closely with local accountants, tax advisers and financial advisers.

Both Jennifer and Mike play a key part in our bespoke Wealth and Succession Planning service too.

They now join our nine existing Equity Partners and become part owners in the firm.

Jennifer said:
“Becoming an Equity Partner at Burnetts is something I’m extremely proud of. The firm places a real emphasis on teamwork and delivering practical, commercially focused advice, and I’m looking forward to working alongside colleagues to continue delivering the best outcomes for our clients.”

Mike said:
“I’m delighted to have been appointed as an Equity Partner at Burnetts and to be part of a firm with such a strong, values based culture. I look forward to contributing to the firm’s growth and continuing to provide high quality, trusted advice to our clients.”

Nick Gutteridge, our Managing Partner said:
“Both Jennifer and Mike have worked extremely hard and they take extraordinary care of our clients; it’s been wonderful to watch their progression from joining our firm, to joining our Partnership.

“We’re proud that Burnetts is growing with such great people and that we can recognise dedication, a strong work ethic and outstanding team spirit in this way.”