Eight promoted to associate at Shepherd & Wedderburn

Shepherd & Wedderburn has promoted eight solicitors to associate in its Edinburgh and Glasgow offices.

Ashley McLean and Alison Rochester in corporate, Daniel Bain who specialises in commercial dispute resolution, Suzanne Knowles in finance and restructuring, and Joanna Donnelly, Vikki Henderson, Julia Kidd and Lynn Simpson, all from the real estate practice, are those recognised.

The promotions take associate numbers from 55 to 63 among a total headcount at the firm of more than 500.  

Chief executive Stephen Gibb commented: "This is a really strong group of new associates, and reflects the strength in depth and quality of our people across our business. They have all made, and I’m confident will continue to make, a strong contribution to the growth and success of Shepherd & Wedderburn. They have consistently demonstrated a strong professional ethos, combined with real flair, technical expertise and an unwavering commitment to our clients and colleagues and their promotions are very well deserved.”