Muckle strengthens Teesside presence with two appointments
We're delighted to be further growing our real estate and corporate offering in Teesside as we continue to invest in growth and capability across the region.
We have appointed Oliver Hebdon as a partner in our corporate team and Samantha Alderton as an associate in our real estate team. Both are based in Teesside, supporting clients across the region and beyond.
Samantha and Oliver’s appointments bring the total number of Muckle colleagues based in Teesside to six. Following private client partner Leah Duffield’s appointment in March 2025, the team welcomed Rachel List (real estate partner), Jack Reynolds (private client paralegal) and Claire Rance (office PA) in mid-late 2025.
The appointments form part of a wider investment period for us in Teesside, following increasing demand for specialist legal expertise from businesses operating in and around the area.
Continuous growth
Leah Duffield, private client partner and lead Teesside partner, said: “Building a strong foundation of people and capabilities is integral to Muckle’s growth on Teesside, so we’re focused on bringing in the right people with the right expertise that will help this office thrive.
“I am delighted to welcome Sam and Oli to Muckle. Both bring exceptional knowledge of their legal areas and the wider Teesside region, which will undoubtedly play a key role as we continue to grow our client base in the region.
“I joined Muckle in March last year as the first to be based in Teesside, and I am proud of the team’s growth in such a short period of time. I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds for us as we continue to expand.”
Regional commitment
As part of the firm’s five-year strategic plan, Muckle aims for its Teesside and Cumbria offices to contribute 15% of the firm’s overall revenue by 2031.
We have been active on Teesside for many years, providing the full spectrum of legal services to clients such as Wilton Universal Group and Teesside International Airport.
We have also played a key role in supporting local communities, providing charities such as Middlesbrough-based Clean Slate Solutions with ongoing grant funding, volunteering, and pro bono advice.