London, April 24, 2008, Baker & McKenzie LLP announced the appointment of Justin Salkeld as a Partner in the Firm's Property Group today. Justin joins the London office from K&L Gates where he has been a Partner for 10 years.

Justin has extensive experience in all types of property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and lettings of investment and operational property; development; property finance and hotels work. His appointment will help grow and expand the Practice.

In addition to this appointment, the Amsterdam office of Baker & McKenzie has recently announced the arrival of Property partners Bob Bekker and Jan Willem Schenk from CMS Derks Star Busman, along with two senior associates, further strengthening the Firm's European and Global Property offering which now comprises some 500 lawyers globally.

Head of Property, Michael Smith commented: "We are very pleased to welcome Justin to the Firm. His practice complements our existing capabilities in Property globally, which is an important growth area for us. We are committed to growing the practice and Justin's appointment reflects our need to expand partner resources to service a rapidly developing practice."

Justin commented: "Baker & McKenzie has a fantastic international platform ready to meet the opportunities and challenges thrown up by the increasing globalisation of the real estate industry.  It also has a great reputation in the market. My expertise fits well within the team's structure, supporting current work as well as expanding the capabilities."