September 25, 2023

leicester mercurys most influential 2013

Leicester Mercury’s Most Influential 2013

<p><b>City lawyer named as one of the Most Influential people in Leicestershire 2013</b></p> <p>CEO and Head of Litigation at Douglas Wemyss Solicitors, Sameer Karim, has been recognised for his innovative approach to the legal community and the business world by appearing in a list of prominent businessmen and entrepreneurs.</p> <p>He has been named by the Leicester Mercury’s publication as one of “The Most Influential People in Leicestershire 2013”.</p> <p>The list highlights Mr Karim’s work in transforming the “traditional” law industry through innovative business practices such as Leicester’s first legal shop and packaged legal solutions for SME’s and start-ups.</p> <p>Mr Karim is mentioned alongside household names such as Gary Lineker, Kasabian and Gok Wan as well as renowned Leicestershire business executives such as John Bloor and David Samworth.</p> <p>Mr Karim said: “I am truly honoured to have made it into a list which features some of the leading business people and personalities not only in Leicester but also the UK.</p> <p>“It is good to be recognised for the innovative approach we take to what is largely known as a traditional business. Our aim is to be known as one of the leading providers of legal advice for companies and individuals but also as pioneers in our approach to business.”</p> <p>“The Most Influential People in Leicestershire” list drawn up by the Leicester Mercury was decided after consultation with various business and community groups over recent months. The 2013 listings contained 40 new names.</p> <p>The publication said of Douglas Wemyss Solicitors: “The rapidly expanding business has significantly grown turnover and profits and is hoping to double its 20-strong workforce this year and next.</p> <p>“Since he bought the business in 2008, owner Sameer Karim has set about making it more accessible with a less traditional feel. In 2011, Douglas Wemyss opened Leicester’s first legal shop, where prospective clients could call in without an appointment and receive a free consultation.</p> <p>“It has introduced packaged legal services, such as a business start-up pack, which provides fledgling SMEs with all the legal documents they need.”</p> <p>Earlier this year, Douglas Wemyss Solicitors also won the small business award at the Leicester Mercury Business Awards 2013.</p>
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