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Jun 2026
Strengthening Our Regulatory Expertise: Simon Catterall Joins Chadwick Lawrence in Darlington
Strengthening Our Regulatory Expertise: Simon Catterall Joins Chadwick Lawrence in Darlington
At Chadwick Lawrence, we’re committed to investing in the expertise and experience that enables us to provide the very best legal advice to our clients.
That’s why we’re delighted to welcome highly respected regulatory solicitor Simon Catterall to our growing Regulatory and Crime team, further strengthening our presence across the North East.
Based at our Darlington office, Simon brings decades of experience representing businesses, individuals and rural clients facing investigations and prosecutions by public authorities across Northern England.
Simon has built an outstanding reputation throughout the North East for his work in regulatory and criminal defence. He is particularly well known within the agricultural sector, having served as an NFU panel solicitor for the North of England for more than 25 years.
During that time, he has advised farmers and rural businesses on matters including animal welfare, livestock transport, rights of way disputes and environmental pollution cases. Simon is also a former President of the Tees Valley Law Society, reflecting the high regard in which he is held across the legal profession.
Working alongside colleagues across our Regulatory, Crime and Dispute Resolution teams, Simon will play an important role in supporting clients across the North East while continuing to strengthen our specialist regulatory offering.
Speaking about joining Chadwick Lawrence, Simon said:
“Chadwick Lawrence is an outstanding, progressive firm and I am delighted to be a member of the team. I look forward to working with colleagues across Crime and Regulatory to build a strong client base in the North East.”
Simon joins Chadwick Lawrence as we continue to invest in our specialist legal services and expand our presence across the North East. His wealth of experience further strengthens our ability to provide expert advice to businesses, individuals and rural communities facing regulatory and criminal matters.
Learn more about Chadwick Lawrence’s Regulatory and Crime team or get in touch with our Darlington office to find out how we can support you.
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