Mishcon snaps up Bakers litigation lawyer

•Mishcon de Reya has hired private client litigation specialist Henry Frydenson to its trust and probate practice. Frydenson was formerly with Baker & McKenzie and his specialisms include contentious aspects of probate, trusts, estate planning, private client litigation and Court of Protection applications. Mishcon's contentious trust & probate group head Tony Morton-Hooper said: "With Henry's arrival we intend to build upon our recent successes and growth to become a leading firm in this area. Henry's vast experience and expertise will be a considerable boost."