CMS Partner Kelly Rothwell elected Co-Chair of IWIRC London
CMS is pleased to announce that Kelly Rothwell has been elected Co-Chair of the International Women’s Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC) London Network, the London chapter of the international network for women in restructuring and insolvency.
With a 30-year history and over 2,400 members globally, IWIRC connects professionals in insolvency, restructuring and all related fields with a focus on building relationships for business development, professional development, education and mentoring. IWIRC also collaborates with other industry bodies, including R3, INSOL and INSOL Europe, to provide members with practical opportunities for professional development.
Commenting on her appointment, CMS Restructuring & Insolvency Partner Kelly Rothwell said: “I’m a passionate advocate for IWIRC’s work and I’m delighted to have been elected Co-Chair for the IWIRC London Network for the next two years. With close to 300 members, the IWIRC London Network is a thriving community and an important voice for championing women in the industry, amplifying progress and pushing for more. I look forward to working with my fellow Board colleagues to continue to connect, promote and celebrate our members.”
CMS has a leading Restructuring and Insolvency practice, recognised by key legal directories Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Reflecting CMS’s commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, 67% of the partners in the firm’s UK Restructuring and Insolvency team are women. In 2025, women accounted for 48% of CMS’s global partner promotions.
