MFG Solicitors has acquired a Droitwich practice specialising in commercial property law.

The two partners and 20 staff of Simon Bishop and Partners have joined MFG Solicitors, with Simon Cooke becoming a partner and Simon Bishop working with the firm as a consultant.

MFG managing partner Maynard Burton said: "This acquisition is part of the firm's continued plan to build a strong regional presence and develop key work areas. "Simon Bishop and Partners has a strong commercial property base with key developer clients." The firm has built up a niche practice and is also active in business acquisition and disposal with particular expertise in health care.

Mr Burton added: "This is not a typical High Street practice and has built up an enviable reputation in its areas of specialisation. With their areas of expertise, they will enable us to build upon our work. MFG Solicitors has offices in a number of locations. MFG Solicitors was created from the merger of Worcestershire and West Midlands firm Morton Fisher and Gwynnes of Shropshire.