Liverpool city region law firm Brown Turner Ross creates new role of chief executive as it looks to continue its expansion with further acquisitions. Tony McDonough reports

Liverpool city region law firm Brown Turner Ross (BTR) has announced the appointment of Robert Morris as its new chief executive.

This is the first time BTR have created such a role, joining the trend of recent years for law firms to appoint non fee earners to senior roles to drive forward the commercial growth of their businesses.

Robert has joined BRT from another Merseyside law firm, Bond Turner, where he had been head of operations since joining the outfit in November 2023. He was also previously a partner at Keoghs Solicitors.

He has been tasked with continuing the growth of BTR which has its headquarters in Southport and another office in Liverpool city centre. In October 2024 the firm opened a third office in Formby.

That expansion saw the BTR team grow by 25% from 40 to 50 employees across all departments with plans for additional recruitment. Further investment is also being made in technology to update and streamline client systems and services.

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“As chief executive I look forward to driving the firm’s strategic direction and ensuring sustainable growth, both organic and through acquisition, with a sharp focus on delivering market leading client service,” Robert said.

“It is an exciting time to join a forward-thinking progressive business.”

Married with two children, Robert lives in the Ribble Valley. He is also a non-executive director of CILEX (Chartered Institute of Legal Executives).

BTR offers a range of legal services including commercial and residential property, corporate, civil litigation, divorce, wills, trusts, probate, employment law and housing disrepair.

Managing director Sam Bushell added: “We are delighted to bring Robert Morris on board at this exciting time for Brown Turner Ross. 

“Over the past several years we have grown substantially, acquired offices in Liverpool and Formby, and more than doubled our headcount.

“As we prepare for the next phase of our growth plan, we believe Robert’s  leadership and expertise will be invaluable.”