One of Gloucestershire's leading law firms has announced the appointment of a new senior associate to its ranks.

BPE Solicitors, based at St James House, Cheltenham, has appointed Rebecca Pike to its family law team.

Ms Pike joins from rival legal experts Harrison Clark Rickerbys.

According to BPE its new recruit brings a wealth of experience having practiced in family law for more than a decade, advising on divorce, injunction proceedings, civil partnerships, and assisting unmarried couples.

Ms Pike is experienced in children's law, from child protection concerns to assisting couples in arrangements regarding their children and a member of Resolution, which believes in a constructive and non-confrontational approach to family law matters.