Burness Paull promotes five to partner

Five new partner promotions have been announced at Burness Paull, drawn from three of the law firm’s strongest performing divisions.

Catriona Macallan and Paul Scullion have been recognised in the Corporate Finance team, where Ms Macallan specialises in private equity matters, and in addition leads the firm’s China desk, while Mr Scullion has developed a technology and life sciences centred practice in venture capital and M&A. 

Caroline Maciver becomes partner in the Construction & Projects practice, where she leads on large, complex disputes in the private and public sectors while also supporting the firm’s renewables practice. 

Claire MacPherson and Fiona Clarke in Private Client complete the promotions round.  

Peter Lawson, chair of Burness Paull, commented: "We’re an ambitious firm and these promotions reflect the confident future of our clients and acknowledge the quality and talent development across our business."

He added: "The high ratio of female appointments is also gratifying. All the promotions have been made purely on merit, but it underlines our commitment to a level playing field within the firm."