2024 in review: our five key highlights
As the new year fast approaches, we’re recapping our standout highlights from 2024. From turnover growth to awards recognition, delve deeper into our best bits.
Trenches Law
Connecting with… Rosana Lee
Meet Rosana Lee, head of legal at Trenches Law. With 17 years of experience, she’s at the helm of some of our most complex and high-value transactions, particularly in the tech and telecom sectors. Learn how she drives innovation, tackles legal challenges, and winds down out of office.
Trenches Law achieves 37% year-on-year growth and makes two senior hires
With a 37% increase in turnover and a 16% uptick in partnerships, the last financial year has been a great success for Trenches Law. Our trusted expertise in the tech, telecoms, EV, and commercial law markets has seen a breadth of new clients (including international names) seek support from our specialists. So, how do we keep up with this demand? With a duo of new employees, of course. Rosana Lee has joined the senior team as head of legal and Caroline Ford as solicitor, both breathing fresh insight into our growing operations.
Terry Daniell interviewed by Fibre Provider
Terry Daniell, operations director, recently shared more about our 2024 focus in an interview with Fibre Provider. If you missed the original write-up, you can catch up on the Trenches Law blog…
Sharon McDermott: Female Founder Spotlight
Not just acting at the helm of Trenches Law but a key voice on the UK WISPA advisory board, Sharon McDermott is a true ambassador for women in law and telecoms. It’s therefore an honour to see the likes of The Successful Founder feature her in their International Women’s Day Female Founder Spotlight — uncovering her route to success, plans for the future, tips for entrepreneurial triumph, and more. Here’s the full interview…
US vs. UK: Contrasting full fibre legislative approaches
When it comes to bringing lightning-fast full fibre broadband to their citizens, both the United Kingdom and the United States face common hurdles, yet differ significantly in their legislative approaches and the challenges encountered during planning and installation. Sharon McDermott, our co-founder and managing director, delved deeper in a recent article with Total Telecom…
Sharon McDermott interviewed by Law Society Gazette
Boasting over 20 years experience in roles spanning sales, procurement, wholesale, retail and the public sector, Sharon McDermott boasts a vast and varied career portfolio. In her recent interview with The Law Society Gazette, she reveals more about the steps that led to her success as co-founder and managing director of Trenches Law. Here’s the full write-up, in case you missed the original…
Trenches wayleave officer Claire Oram upskills in passive fire protection
At Trenches Law, we’re always striving to stay at the forefront of our industry, ensuring our team has the skills and experience to offer clients the best advice. That’s why we’re excited to share the latest achievement of our wayleave officer, Claire Oram – the ABBE Level 3 Award in Intermediate Passive Fire Protection.
Breaking wayleave barriers for Zzoomm
Discover how our tailored wayleave training empowered Zzoomm with the legal knowledge and confidence to push on with complex wayleave applications.
Trenches Law shortlisted for trio of prestigious awards
At Trenches Law, we’re delighted to announce that we‘ve been shortlisted as finalists for three prestigious awards that recognise our commitment to excellence and innovation in both the legal and learning sectors. These nominations are a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of our team, as well as our ongoing mission to provide exceptional service to our clients.