Wernham to head CMS in Scotland

International law firm CMS has announced the appointment of Allan Wernham as its managing director in Scotland, taking lead responsibility for the firm’s offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen and their more than 350 staff and partners.

A partner and real estate specialist based in the firm’s Glasgow office, Mr Wernham was the managing partner of Dundas & Wilson before it merged with CMS in 2014. With over 20 years’ experience, he is dually qualified to practise in Scotland and England & Wales.

He takes on his new role from Caryn Penley, who has been appointed to a global position as CMS UK’s joint managing director of Asia and Middle East.

He commented on his appointment: "I’m delighted to be taking on the leadership of the firm’s growth in Scotland. We have a talented team of people across our offices in Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow who, as well as working on quality UK and international CMS mandates, are active in their local markets.

"Our position in the Scottish market is unique. As well as our local depth we can bring to our clients in Scotland the sector expertise and international capabilities of CMS. Our Scottish leadership team share my enthusiasm for the opportunities to further grow the business in Scotland."