Freeths strengthens senior leadership team with Chief Technology Officer appointment

Leading law firm Freeths has announced the appointment of John Jones as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), further strengthening the firm’s senior leadership team as it continues to invest in technology, innovation and client service.

John will work across Freeths’ 12 UK offices and will be responsible for shaping and delivering the firm’s technology strategy. His role will focus on ensuring Freeths has secure, resilient and future ready technology platforms that support colleagues, enhance the client experience and enable continued operational excellence.

With more than 30 years’ experience in technology and professional services, John brings a strong track record in leading complex IT environments and large scale transformation programmes. He began his career as a software developer, working on business critical applications before progressing into senior leadership roles within professional services firms. Most recently, he served as CTO at Forvis Mazars, having previously held senior technology positions at BDO.

Recognised for his collaborative and people focused approach, John has extensive experience working with enterprise platforms including Microsoft, Workday and legal specific technologies, alongside a strong focus on data, digital skills and the safe and effective use of emerging technologies such as AI.

Commenting on John’s appointment, National Managing Partner Karl Jansen said: “John joins Freeths at an important point in our ongoing growth and development. Technology is central to how we support our people, serve our clients and operate as a modern law firm. John’s depth of experience, combined with his pragmatic and inclusive leadership style, will be instrumental as we continue to build scalable, resilient and innovative technology foundations across the firm.”

John Jones added: “Freeths is an ambitious firm with a strong culture and values that are clearly lived day to day. I was impressed by both the firm’s existing technology platforms and the clarity of its plans for the future. Professional services, and the legal sector in particular, is going through significant change, and technology has a vital role to play in enabling better outcomes for clients and colleagues. I’m excited to be joining Freeths and to be working closely with teams across the business to support the next stage of the firm’s journey.”