Tuesday 6th May 2014

Stone King has appointed Ann Phillips to chair its market-leading legal practice.

Ann becomes Stone King's first female Chairman and takes over the role from Michael King who has been with the firm for 39 years.

Ann joined Stone King in 2001 when she became a partner in the firm's Charity & Social Enterprise team and was previously with the international legal practice Stephenson Harwood.

Ann said: “I am delighted and honoured to be given this role and relish the chance to contribute in taking Stone King forward as leading advisors in the sectors we serve, as well as continuing our development in other areas. Michael King leaves considerable shoes to fill and we will call upon his vast expertise and experience as he continues to work with us.”

Stone King's Managing Partner Steven Greenwood said: “Ann is highly experienced and widely respected, so we are delighted that she has agreed to chair the firm. She takes on her new role at an interesting time as we continue to build our expertise and capacity to meet our clients’ needs."