Wannops LLP merging with historic Portsmouth based firm Stokes LLP

Wannops are further expanding their presence across the South by merging with historic Portsmouth based firm Stokes LLP.

Established for over 100 years Stokes LLP have agreed to become part of Wannops LLP from 27th September 2024. Stokes LLP specialises in Company, Commercial Property, Residential Conveyancing, Private Client and Family matters.

The merger will enable Wannops to expand its services across Portsmouth and East Hampshire. It will also provide further career progression and development opportunities as Wannops continue to recruit teams and individuals from across the region.

James Brotherton, Managing Partner at Wannops LLP, said: “Stokes LLP is an historic name in Portsmouth with an excellent reputation. I am delighted to welcome the staff of Stokes into Wannops. This merger increases our presence in Portsmouth where we remain ambitious to grow Wannops further.”

Maria Long, Partner at Stokes LLP commented “Here at Stokes we are all very much looking forward to becoming part of the larger Wannops Team and are excited about the opportunities that will offer us to expand the service we can provide to our existing very loyal clients. We have every confidence that our new firm will go from strength to strength and become a formidable legal provider in the Portsmouth area.”

On completion this will take Wannops LLP to more than 110 people and become their eighth office.