XXIV Old Buildings hires Withers Litigation Partner Sue Medder as new Chambers Director

International commercial and chancery set, XXIV Old Buildings is delighted to announce the appointment of Sue Medder as Chambers’ Director. As an internationally respected and highly experienced litigation partner at Withers, Sue brings an unrivalled understanding of solicitors’ and clients’ needs to XXIV Old Buildings.

Alan Steinfeld QC, joint head of Chambers, said: “We are delighted that Sue Medder has agreed to join us. Her communication skills, client care and knowledge of the legal market will be of enormous benefit to the strategic development of XXIV. As a highly regarded litigation partner who is described as a ‘stand out individual’ by Legal 500 UK 2013, Sue is exceptionally well equipped to enhance and develop XXIV’s domestic and international reputation as leading advisors and litigators.”

Sue said: “I am sorry to be leaving Withers but immensely excited at the prospect of becoming part of the excellent and close-knit team at XXIV. Having worked with the barristers and staff at XXIV, I have always been very impressed with their legal expertise, client management and innovative approach. I am looking forward to putting my knowledge and experience to use in my new role as Chambers’ Director, and helping shape and drive the future strategy and growth of Chambers.”

Margaret Robertson, Managing Director of Withers said: “Sue has played an integral role in the ongoing achievements of our market-leading Contentious Trust and Succession Group. Whilst we are sorry to see her go, we wish her every success in her change of role as Chambers’ Director.”