Appointments

Cleaver Fulton Rankin Builds on Growth with New Appointments and Promotion

Posted By:
Cleaver Fulton Rankin Solicitors

27th Apr 2026

Cleaver Fulton Rankin has strengthened its Dispute Resolution and Private Client teams with the appointment of two new professionals, alongside a key internal promotion within the firm.

The firm is pleased to welcome David Heatley as an Associate in the Dispute Resolution team. David brings extensive experience advising on contentious construction matters, as well as transactional and non‑contentious construction work, further enhancing the firm’s expertise in this area.

Cleaver Fulton Rankin also welcomes Morgan Finlay, who has joined the firm as a Solicitor in the Private Client team. Morgan’s experience across family and matrimonial matters, administration of estates, and enduring powers of attorney, further supports the firm’s offering to private clients.

In addition, the firm is delighted to announce the promotion of Joanne Graham to the role of Human Resources Executive. This promotion is a testament to Joanne’s hard work, commitment and contribution to the firm’s HR function.

These appointments and promotion reflect Cleaver Fulton Rankin’s continued investment in its people and its commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to clients.

Managing Director, Johnathan Forrester comments

“We are delighted to welcome David and Morgan to the Cleaver Fulton Rankin team and to celebrate Joanne’s well‑deserved promotion.

The appointments and the career development  of a valued team member reflect our continued investment in our people and the level of expertise across the firm, ensuring we are well placed to support our clients and to continue to provide them with an exceptional level of service.”

Find out more about Cleaver Fulton Rankin’s legal services here.