Movers & Shakers

William Cook shortlisted for Rising Star award

Mullis & Peake LLP Solicitors is delighted that William Cook, in our Dispute Resolution team has been shortlisted for Rising Star in the LawNet Awards 2025.

23 Sep 2025

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Since joining the firm in September 2023, William has quickly emerged as a standout performer within the Dispute Resolution department. In less than a year, his consistently strong performance, initiative, and professional maturity earned him a well-deserved promotion to Associate in April 2024. A clear recognition of his potential as a future leader.

William is well respected by clients and colleagues alike for his calm, thoughtful approach to complex legal issues, his strategic thinking, and his exceptional client care. His work ethic, commitment to his development, and wider contribution to firm life have made him a key figure at Mullis & Peake. A future star in contentious probate and trusts litigation, William is a highly capable and diligent solicitor.

Holly Minney, Head of the Dispute Resolution team, said: “This is a well-deserved nomination, we’re not surprised Will has been shortlisted, we’ve always seen his standout potential. He’s already made a name for himself in contested probate and residential property disputes. He is well known and liked through out our three offices in Romford, Brentwood and Upminster.”

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