A Lichfield law firm has continued to expand its team with the addition of a new environmental and planning law specialist.

Neil Faunch, Sarah Popp and David Anderton welcome John Rowe to Ansons
Neil Faunch, Sarah Popp and David Anderton welcome John Rowe to Ansons

John Rowe, a member of the Law Society Planning Panel, has been appointed by Ansons Solicitors.

Speaking about his new post, John said:

“Ansons Solicitors has a very strong reputation, particularly within the environmental and planning sectors.  The firm has always appeared to punch above its weight by attracting quality instructions from around the country and I am delighted to be joining the team.”

The appointment makes Ansons’ environmental and planning department one of the largest in Staffordshire.

David Anderton, who heads the department and recently celebrated 50 years of service within the legal profession, added:

“John’s experience and knowledge brings increased depth and strength to the environmental and planning department and further underpins our commitment for growth and to be a leading law firm within the region.”

In addition to John and David, Sarah Popp , a partner based at Cannock, and Neil Faunch a solicitor based at Lichfield work within the environmental and planning department.

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