A fast-growing Stockport law firm based at Stockport Business and Innovation Centre is celebrating the promotion of one of its rising stars while continuing to invest in the next generation of legal talent.
BCM Law has announced the promotion of Laura Shelton to Senior Paralegal, following her successful completion of a Level 3 apprenticeship with distinction.
Laura, who has been with the firm for three years, has played a key role in supporting the business through a period of growth, including its expansion within Broadstone Mill. Her new role as Senior Paralegal will see her take on a broad range of responsibilities, from drafting legal correspondence, liaising with courts and medical agencies, attending conferences with barristers to supporting clients and progressing casework.
Alongside Laura’s promotion, the firm has also recently welcomed a new apprentice, Dominica Matczuk, reinforcing its commitment to creating opportunities for local talent and building a sustainable pipeline of skills within the legal sector.
Laura said: “An apprenticeship gave me the opportunity to gain real experience while working towards a qualification. I knew I wanted to build a career in law, and BCM Law felt like the right place to do that. It’s a supportive environment where no two days are the same, and I’ve been able to learn so much from the team.”
BCM Law is based at Stockport Business and Innovation Centre, part of Innovate Stockport, where it benefits from ongoing support from the centre’s team and Innovation Director. This support, alongside a strong focus on collaboration and partnerships, has played a key role in the company’s development.
Through connections fostered at SBIC, the firm has built relationships with local colleges, helping to make its apprenticeship programme possible and ensuring that young people in the area have access to meaningful career opportunities within the legal profession.
Bernard Page, Innovation Director at Stockport Business and Innovation Centre, said: “BCM Law is a great example of how businesses here are growing through collaboration, innovation and a commitment to developing talent. Supporting apprenticeships and building strong links with local education providers is vital for the future of our local economy, and it’s fantastic to see this in action.”
Since moving into Stockport Business and Innovation Centre, BCM Law has embedded itself within the centre’s business community, taking advantage of networking opportunities, partnerships and tailored business support. This collaborative environment has enabled the firm to grow its client base, expand its team and continue to evolve its service offering.
BCM Law partner James Byrne added: “Being based at Stockport Business and Innovation Centre has been hugely beneficial for us. The support, the connections and the collaborative environment have all contributed to our growth. Investing in people is a big part of our future, and apprenticeships are a key part of that.”
With a growing team, a strong focus on skills development and a commitment to collaboration, BCM Law continues to go from strength to strength as part of Stockport’s thriving business community.
