Tyr appoints corporate partner

Leeds-based law firm Tyr has strengthened its corporate team with the appointment of Amy Woodfine as partner.

Amy brings more than 17 years’ experience advising companies, directors and shareholders on a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, investments and cross-border deals.

She said: “I had seen Tyr’s name popping up more and more over the last couple of years, and in a market such as Leeds, which is competitive and saturated, making a mark is tough. 

“But Tyr were managing that. 

“I have always thought they were gaining a reputation which suggested momentum and ambition, which was really exciting. 

“Most of all though, as soon as I met with some of the partners, I thought that it was the kind of place I could see myself working and I’m excited to be joining.’

Amy’s appointment follows the recent addition of partner Giles Clegg and marks continued growth for the firm’s corporate department, which has expanded rapidly over the past year.

Tyr is a full-service commercial law firm with more than 60 staff, including 20 partners, advising PLCs and major corporates on complex matters. 

Chris Blantern, head of corporate, added: “Amy will be warmly welcomed to the team at Tyr. 

“Her addition to the firm adds another great lawyer and further specialities within the department. 

“Amy’s approach to M&A, and her in depth experience of tech and digital sectors will add another arm to Tyr’s corporate inventory.”

Alistair Kennedy, one of the founding partners at Tyr, added: “We are delighted that Amy has joined the team. 

“She not only expands our offering to clients, but will also play a key part in taking the corporate team forward. 

“Attracting exceptional lawyers is key to the growth of Tyr. 

“Amy is a great fit and we are very pleased to have her join the partnership.”

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