Firm hire: New equity partner joins BDBF

Specialist employment law firm BDBF has appointed Paula Chan as equity partner.

Chan, who has over 10 years' experience in practice, was previously a senior employment lawyer who led the employment department at a national firm.

She has worked on high-profile employee exits and high-value whistleblowing, breach of contract and workplace discrimination disputes. Her appointment strengthens BDBF’s offering to senior individuals in the financial and professional services sectors, as well as in the technology, healthcare and other regulated industries. 

BDBF managing partner of Gareth Brahams commented: 'We are delighted Paula has joined the firm, bringing her expertise and energy for representing senior executives which aligns with our strategic focus. Paula joins at a time of unprecedented change in the workplace and her experience, particularly in the financial, legal and professional services sectors, will ensure that we continue to cement our position as the go-to firm for senior regulated individuals in their employment disputes.'

Chan added: 'I am excited to be joining BDBF and to working with a team of other market-leading employment law experts with a reputation for excellence and groundbreaking work. I look forward to contributing to the next chapter of the firm’s growth.'