Shepherd and Wedderburn has appointed two new partners to its employment team in the north-east of Scotland.
Tricia Walker and Andrew Knight have joined the Edinburgh-based firm from Burness Paull. The duo has worked together for 15 years.
Ms Walker, who is recognised as one of Scotland's top employment law practitioners in both the Chambers and Legal 500 directories, brings a wealth of experience to the firm, and has a particular focus on the energy sector.
Mr Knight also brings a depth of experience to the firm, Shepherd and Wedderburn said, with a diverse client portfolio and expertise across multiple sectors.
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Their appointments were hailed as a “significant milestone”.
Andrew Blain, managing partner of Shepherd and Wedderburn, said: "We are delighted to welcome Tricia and Andrew, to the firm and our employment practice. Their wealth of knowledge on all aspects of employment law will enhance our ability to serve our current clients and grow our practice.
"This latest investment in our Aberdeen presence underscores our commitment to our clients in the north-east."
Andrew Knight
Ms Walker said: “Andrew and I have successfully worked together for 15 years, and we are very excited about our next chapter, bringing our expertise to Shepherd and Wedderburn, one of Scotland’s pre-eminent commercial law firms, which continues to go from strength to strength. We are delighted and proud to be joining the firm.”
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Mr Knight noted: “We are delighted to be joining Shepherd and Wedderburn, who are investing heavily in growing their presence in Aberdeen. We very much look forward to continuing to service clients, new and old, with all employment law-related matters and queries. It will be a privilege to work with the existing, already expert, team to further grow the firm’s practice and presence in Aberdeen, and employment team more widely.”
Shepherd and Wedderburn recently reported a 12% rise in net profits to £30.2 million as turnover grew by 7% to £71.4m in the year to April 30. A bonus of 5% was paid to all employees in recognition of the performance, the firm said.
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