BUSINESS law firm the Endeavour Partnership has appointed LEE BRAMLEY as an associate.

He qualified in 2000 and joined the firm's commercial litigation department in 2002.

Paul Bennett, partner and head of commercial litigation, said: "Lee's promotion to associateship is in recognition of his contribution and commitment to the commercial litigation team and to Endeavour Partnership in general.

"We are delighted to have him on board, particularly given his long-standing connections with Teesside, having lived, trained and worked in the region throughout his life."

The Endeavour Partnership, based on Teesdale Business Park, is focused on providing legal support to businesses throughout the Tees Valley.