Major investment in people at Anthony Collins

Nationally acclaimed social purpose law firm, Anthony Collins, announces the promotion of 20 team members, signifying the firm’s ongoing focus on growth and people investment. Among the highlights, four team members have been elevated to legal director: Rhys Baker in Commercial Litigation and Regulatory; Faye Rush in Employment and Pensions; Rebecca Sembuuze in Housing Litigation and Management; and Becky Tuckley in Private Client.

Rhys Baker, who joined the firm as a solicitor in 2018, has proven himself as a trusted advisor across various sectors, including Housing, Local Government and Charities. Faye Rush, who has been with Anthony Collins since 2006, is celebrating 20 years of exceptional legal expertise, leadership and operational oversight. In her elevated role, Faye will continue leading on complex employment law matters. Rebecca Sembuuze, who has progressed from paralegal to legal director since joining in 2007, now heads a 27-strong department and is highly regarded for her specialization in housing litigation. Becky Tuckley, who joined the Wolverhampton office in 2024, brings over 20 years of experience in childcare law and has made a significant impact by committing to the support of children and families.

The firm also highlighted seven promotions from associate to senior associate across different teams. Rashid Sacranie is set to lead complex litigation cases in the Commercial Litigation team, while Sarah Harnett will help grow the Employment and Pensions team’s local government client base, continuing the firm’s innovation drive. Sarah Tomlinson’s promotion in the Governance, Funding and Corporate team acknowledges her excellence in charity governance and ecclesiastical law, while Bethan Jones in Housing Litigation and Management will provide legal advice for registered providers and local authorities. Mohamed Karim in the Property team will continue to advise faith organisations and charities.

The Projects team saw two of its members promoted to senior associate roles. Priya Kale has excelled in development and construction matters for housing and local authority clients, while Tom Corrigan manages some of the firm’s most complex capital and revenue issues. Additionally, five team members have been promoted to associate, including Mollie McQuade and Harry Browne, who are developing their expertise for social housing clients, and Gemma Preston, who has led efforts in forced marriage work.

Elliot Robinson-Perry was promoted to risk and compliance officer in recognition of his contributions to the firm’s risk and compliance efforts, while Amanda Hussey advanced from assistant credit controller to credit controller in the Finance team. The firm also celebrates the promotion of Suzie Simpson and Lauren Sutcliffe to senior client services executives. Suzie has been recognised for her organisational skills and “can do attitude”, while Lauren has demonstrated a willingness “to go the extra mile” for her clients.

This promotion cycle marks Anthony Collins’ largest number of simultaneous promotions, underscoring the firm’s commitment to nurturing talent. Senior partner Matthew Wort shared, “Between multiple new hires and a really impressive list of promotions, 2026 has been another year of strong growth for the firm.” He emphasised that the firm's social purpose mission is stronger than ever, with a commitment to enhance flexibility, inclusivity, and development opportunities for their teams.