Addleshaw Goddard has appointed experienced lawtech leader, Chris Tart-Roberts, as a Partner to expand the firm’s offering to Financial Services clients, furthering AG’s reputation as a leader in both innovation and Financial Services sector expertise. 

Working closely with Kerry Westland, Addleshaw Goddard’s Head of Innovation Group, and leveraging AG’s award-winning legal tech capabilities, Chris will play a key role in delivering a unique, technology-enabled service to clients.

Commenting on the appointment, Steve Mackie, Group Head of Finance and Projects at Addleshaw Goddard, says:

“Financial Services organisations operate in a world of growing complexity, where legal risks are multiplying, regulatory demands are rising, and change is relentless. In-house legal teams face increasing pressure to deliver faster, operate leaner, and drive strategic value without compromising quality. We are combining our advanced legal technology capabilities, deep Financial Services sector understanding and Chris’s tech expertise, to help clients solve their most pressing challenges.

“We will further integrate cutting-edge technologies such as AI, automation and expert systems into our service delivery to address the evolving needs of our Financial Services clients, reinforcing our reputation for navigating complexity and unlocking value in a demanding environment.”

Chris Tart-Roberts, Partner in the Finance & Projects Group at Addleshaw Goddard, comments:

“I’m excited to join the Addleshaw Goddard team and look forward to combining top-tier legal expertise with transformative technology to help financial institutions and private capital clients stay ahead of the curve. With the firm’s global platform, deep sector expertise, and standout innovation track record, we have all the ingredients to build something truly game-changing for clients.

“Using transformative technology to reshape legal services can deliver smarter, faster and more impactful solutions to help clients stay ahead of complexity, manage risks smarter, and unlock value.”

The appointment of Chris Tart-Roberts aligns with Addleshaw Goddard’s AG2030 strategy, which places innovation and sector expertise at the core of the firm’s growth ambitions. AG is committed to delivering impactful solutions for clients by combining legal excellence with forward-thinking approaches.