South West law firm Wards Solicitors has appointed its first female managing partner in its 100-year history.
Jenny Pierce, head of the wills, probate and mental capacity practice at Wards, has taken over from David Sheridan, who is stepping down after 26 years. According to Wards, Mr Sheridan will continue to advise the firm’s senior team as a consultant.
Ms Pierce will oversee a team of over 75 legal specialists across 12 offices in the the Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath and North East Somerset, and North Somerset region.
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She said said she was “hugely proud" to be appointed and the move would be an "exciting new chapter" in her career and for the business.
“We have always prospered by being a friendly firm which combines outstanding levels of client care with excellent legal advice," said Ms Pierce.
"The last 15 months have been challenging but from when we first went into lockdown, the firm’s performance has exceeded expectation – we adapted quickly by using new technology and different ways of working across our teams.
"Now it’s about keeping the best parts of our working practices in this new environment, although nothing will ever replace one to one contact – we are all looking forward to resuming face to face client meetings safely.
“I am really looking forward to working with our strong management team and helping the firm continue to thrive."
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Mr Sheridan said he knew Ms Pierce would do a "fantastic job" in her new role.
He added: “Jenny is dedicated, highly respected professionally and an experienced leader.
"She has developed Wards’ wills and probate team into one of the region’s largest and most respected. I wish her every success in her new role.”
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