Scotland partner among Womble Bond Dickinson promotions

A new partner in its Edinburgh office is one of a number of senior promotions across the UK at legal firm Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD).

Richard Pike, a dispute resolution private client lawyer focusing on disputes about trusts and inheritance, has been promoted to partner in the firm he trained and qualified with in 2008.

He is one of 31 promotions across WBD's offices in the UK, including seven partners, four legal directors and 20 associates. The promotions bring the total number of UK partners at WBD to 132.

Jonathan Blair, UK managing partner, commented: "Congratulations to all of our new partners, legal directors and associates, who have all made fantastic contributions to our business. Their hard work, commitment to the firm and first rate legal expertise deserves to be recognised and celebrated. 

"The career development opportunities of our people continue to be a high priority and these promotions signify an important investment in the future of our firm."