Freeths appointed to Frasers Group legal panel

Leading law firm Freeths has been appointed as a new supplier on Frasers Group’s legal panel.

Global powerhouse Frasers Group is a retail, sport and premium fashion business, marketing products for global brands such as Slazenger, Flannels, Sports Direct, GAME and Jack Wills, among others.

The business is expected to continue along its formidable growth trajectory, as it continues to tap into alternative jurisdictions.

With 13 offices across the UK, this appointment will allow Freeths to deliver top-tier legal expertise to the company, advising across a range of national real estate and property litigation matters.

Real Estate partner Caroline Smith (pictured) has been named as the client partner.

She will be supported by partner Paul Tomkins and a wider, multi-disciplinary team.

Caroline said: “With our own team here at Freeths expanding, this appointment is a real opportunity for us to combine the breadth and depth of expertise, helping to really strengthen and support the client’s operational strategy.”

Davinder Poonia, group head of Real Estate – Legal, at Frasers Group, added: “This partnership reflects our commitment to working with top-tier legal professionals who share our values of excellence and innovation.

“We look forward to a successful collaboration that enhances the support and solutions available to our business and welcome Freeths on our journey to building the planet’s most admired and compelling brand ecosystem.”