A Gloucestershire law firm has promoted a commercial property specialist to become its 14th partner.

Alasdair Garbutt, who began his legal career with City firm Nabarro LLP, has worked for Cheltenham based law firm Willans since 2012 as an associate solicitor.

Mr Garbutt said: "I am delighted to be made partner in the commercial property team after working at Willans for five years.

"I look forward to continuing to provide a first class service to our local and national clients."

Mr Garbutt is recommended by prestigious national directory The Legal 500 as part of Willans' 5-strong commercial property team, which enjoys a "great reputation in the third sector for property".

He deals with a wide range of work covering sales & acquisitions, development transactions and property management matters, with specialisms that include property investments, property management and business leases.

Managing partner Bridget Redmond commented: "We are delighted to appoint Alasdair Garbutt as a partner.

"Since joining us, he has quickly established himself as part of the commercial property team, undertaking a mix of work for both his national charity and local clients.

"He is a great asset to the department and to the firm, and is very personable."

Willans is a full-service law firm noted for giving expert, practical and personal service.

The firm's highly regarded lawyers have a range of specialisms and advise national as well as local businesses, charities & not-for-profit organisations, international corporations and individuals.

The firm is celebrating 70 years in business this year.