Competition partner appointment at CMS

International law firm CMS has appointed Wendy Nicolson as a partner in its Competition & Trade practice based in its Edinburgh office.

Ms Nicolson, who joins from Pinsent Masons, has extensive experience advising clients across the UK on public procurement and related competition issues, including in the life sciences, energy and utilities and defence sectors. 

Brian Sher, partner and head of Competition & Trade at CMS, commented: “We’re delighted to welcome Wendy to the firm. Her appointment builds on the recent promotion of Jacqueline Vallat to partner and reconfirms our commitment to developing a first-class competition and trade practice in the UK. Wendy brings a wealth of expertise in public procurement, with a strong sector focus that is complementary to our existing capabilities. She will add significant strength to our client offering and we look forward to the contribution she will make.”