He's written books, spoken internationally about conflict and collaboration, and now divorce lawyer Neil Denny has joined Nottingham-based top 200 law firm聽Roythornes聽Solicitors.

Vember Mortlock, managing director at聽Roythornes, said: "We鈥檙e absolutely delighted to welcome Neil to the team as he brings a wealth of experience and knowledge."

Neil joins the team from a Lincoln-based practice and has more than 20 years鈥 experience as a specialist divorce lawyer. He will be responsible for growing the services and client base of the family team specifically in Nottinghamshire.

He said: "I鈥檓 thrilled to join the聽Roythornes聽team; the firm is at a really exciting stage of development. Seeing a local firm make such an impact for clients across the country is impressive and the main impetus behind my move.

"The challenge of developing the family law offering in Nottingham is really exciting and something to get my teeth into.

"My focus will be on building relationships with larger organisations so that they know where they can send their clients or staff for clear and practical advice. After all, family law is relevant to almost everyone at some point.鈥

Vember added: "Neil has written a number of books and spoken internationally about the conflict and collaboration of family law so it is a real coup to have him join聽Roythornes.

"This is a time of real growth for us and we are currently looking for strategic recruits across all our offices. Neil鈥檚 appointment will really help us to meet our ambitious plans."