Midlands law firm mfg Solicitors has strengthened its corporate and commercial property offerings through two new partner appointments. Widely respected corporate law specialist Sophie Thornton has joined the firm from international law firm, Pinsent Masons, and will be based at mfg’s Worcester office. The firm has also strengthened its commercial property division with the appointment of Ruth Bourton. Both Ruth and Sophie return to mfg Solicitors after originally completing their training with the firm in 2007 and 2012 respectively, and are now working together to offer clients a streamlined service. Andrew Davies, partner and managing director at mfg Solicitors said: “We are experiencing sustained growth across all areas of the firm and this has meant further investment into our specialist teams.