Continuing its hiring spree of recent months, Withers has added two new partners in London and New York respectively.

Joining the global law firm in London is art and fashion sector specialist Sarah Barker as a partner in its London office. Ms Barker has joined the firm from Lee & Thompson, where she headed its art and fashion teams.

Ms Barker works with artists, galleries, collectors, agents and other industry players, as well as luxur...