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More Exam Success at HGF!

June 2024

HGF is delighted to announce the success of our colleagues in their recent CITMA trade mark paralegal exams and to congratulate them on this fantastic achievement.

Lucy Johnson Chair comments, “We are delighted to congratulate our colleagues on their exam success and share their pride in achieving these challenging qualifications.”

In no specific order, we would like to say well done and a huge congratulations to the following people:

Demi Foley (TM Renewals – Leeds)

Rosie Brookes (TM Renewals – Leeds)

Victoria Grimshaw (TM Formalities – Manchester)

Vanessa Jean-Guy (TM Formalities – Leeds)

William Maxted (TM Formalities – Sheffield)

Lucy Johnson Chair comments, “We thank those who have provided time and support to their colleagues through tutoring and mentoring. It is an important part of any successful qualification journey to have that support and guidance as we progress our careers. Thank you from your colleagues, myself and the wider shareholder group.”

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