Pinsent Masons signs Aberdeen litigation head

International law firm Pinsent Masons has appointed Bruce Craig to head the litigation and regulatory practice for its 30-strong oil and gas team in Aberdeen.

Mr Craig was formerly managing partner of niche firm Mackinnons, where he was a partner from 1993. The highly ranked lawyer has worked on behalf of offshore drilling contractors and shipowners across the world and is a contributor to international conferences in the UK and US.

His appointment is the latest in a series of hires to Pinsent Masons’ energy team.

Mr Craig commented: “After almost 25 years at Mackinnons I am delighted to be joining Pinsent Masons, which gives me an international stage to extend the work I already do nationally in oil and gas, shipping and health and safety. Joining one of the largest energy teams in the UK will provide a range of opportunities for me to develop the client base I have worked to build up over the years.”

Roger Connon, Head of Pinsent Masons in Aberdeen, added: “The demand in the North Sea and internationally for someone with Bruce’s skillset is acute and I am delighted to add someone with his reputation to our high calibre team in Aberdeen."