North West agencies Legat Owen and Lamont Commercial have agreed a merger to create a combined 37-strong team.
The new firm, branded Legat Owen (incorporating Lamont), will operate from Legat Owen’s Chester and Nantwich offices.
Matthew Pochin has been promoted to director of industrial agency, while Mark Atherton will head up the building surveying team. James Lutton will become retail director and Will Sadler will lead the office agency team.
Andy Butler has been promoted to director of the Nantwich office.
Peter Owen, Legat Owen’s founding partner, will step down as managing director, along with Lamont Commercial’s Neil Lamont. Both will continue as consultants.
Sue Harris is also stepping down as director and head of Legat Owen’s management department, but will retain a consultancy role.
Peter Johnston will be head of the new firm.
Johnston said: “This merger brings together two dynamic and well-respected companies that have a very similar approach to business, taking pride in our commitment to personal service and long-standing client relationships, some of which we share. By merging we will succeed in retaining our independence, strengthen our core business and broaden our client base.”
