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Flint Bishop Partner James Parden has been appointed President of The Sheffield & District Law Society, representing solicitors across Sheffield and the wider region during 2026/27.
8 October 2026
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Flint Bishop is pleased to announce that James Parden has been appointed President of The Sheffield & District Law Society for the 2026/27 term.
The appointment recognises James’ longstanding commitment to Sheffield and its legal community, as he begins a year-long term representing solicitors across Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Chesterfield and the surrounding area.
Commenting on his appointment, James said:
“It’s a real privilege to be appointed President of The Sheffield & District Law Society. Sheffield and the wider region has a fantastic legal community, and I’m looking forward to working with colleagues across the profession to build on that strength, encourage greater engagement with the Society and ensure it continues to provide valuable support to local solicitors throughout the year.”
James is a Partner at Flint Bishop and has been actively involved in supporting the legal profession across the Sheffield city region. His appointment reflects both his dedication to the local legal community and the important role The Sheffield & District Law Society plays in representing and supporting solicitors across the region.
As Flint Bishop continues to strengthen its presence in Sheffield, we are proud to see one of our partners take on this prestigious leadership position. The role provides an opportunity to support collaboration within the profession, encourage engagement with the Society’s initiatives and contribute to the continued success of the region’s legal community.
Everyone at Flint Bishop congratulates James on his appointment and wishes him every success during his year as President.
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