Pinsent Masons Announces 2026 Partner Promotions Across Global Offices
Pinsent Masons announces 23 partner promotions across global offices effective May 1, 2026.
Pinsent Masons announces 2026 partner promotions across global offices
The multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has announced its 2026 partner promotions, with 23 lawyers set to join the firm’s global partnership effective 1 May 2026.
The newly promoted partners represent a broad cross-section of the firm’s key practice areas, reflecting strong alignment with its global strategy and continued investment across its international platform. Of the total promotions, 16 are based in the UK, five across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and two in the Asia Pacific region.
The cohort also highlights the firm’s focus on advising clients at the forefront of global change, with nine partners from the Energy and Infrastructure sectors and six from the Financial Services sector.
Commenting on the promotions, Andrew Masraf (Senior Partner) said,
“Our promotions recognise the talent shaping the future of our business. As we develop a truly global business in both outlook and operations, this year’s promotions show the strength, ambition and diversity of talent we have across the firm. Each new partner brings deep technical excellence, commitment to collaboration, and the ability to help clients navigate their most complex challenges amidst fast changing global markets."
I am proud to welcome them to the partnership as we continue to grow an ambitious, inclusive and internationally connected firm.”
List of Promoted Partners
| S. No. | Partner | Global Office |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wee Jian Ang (Energy and Infrastructure) | Singapore |
| 2 | Richard Ashmore (Energy and Infrastructure) | Doha, Qatar |
| 3 | Ben Brown (Life Sciences) | Leeds, UK |
| 4 | Themba Chauke (Energy and Infrastructure) | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| 5 | Natalie Colaluca (Financial Services) | Glasgow, UK |
| 6 | Rob Cunningham (Professional and Public Services) | Leeds, UK |
| 7 | Anna Flanagan (Technology, Science and Industry) | Belfast, UK |
| 8 | Michael Freeman (Energy) | London, UK |
| 9 | Kirstyn Gleeson (Financial Services) | Edinburgh, UK |
| 10 | Christopher Graham (Financial Services) | Leeds, UK |
| 11 | Gregg Hammond (Financial Services) | Dubai, UAE |
| 12 | Emma Lutwyche (Technology, Science and Industry) | Sydney, Australia |
| 13 | Stuart Newlands (Energy and Real Estate) | Glasgow, UK |
| 14 | Scott Oxley (Retail, Sport & Hospitality) | Leeds, UK |
| 15 | Sam Roberts (Energy and Infrastructure) | London, UK |
| 16 | Emma Roberts (Energy) | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| 17 | Ian Robotham (Retail, Sport & Hospitality) | London, UK |
| 18 | Fiona Ross (Energy) | London, UK |
| 19 | Amy Stirling (Energy) | London, UK |
| 20 | Julia Stubert (Real Estate) | Munich, Germany |
| 21 | James Sullivan-Tailyour (Financial Services) | London, UK |
| 22 | Craig Tordoff (Real Estate) | Manchester, UK |
| 23 | Luke Whitehead (Financial Services) | Birmingham, UK |
This year’s promotions underline Pinsent Masons’ continued focus on strengthening its global capabilities and sector expertise across key markets.
Conclusion
These promotions underscore Pinsent Masons’ continued commitment to expanding its global footprint and strengthening its sector-focused expertise. The diverse cohort reflects the firm’s strategic emphasis on energy, infrastructure, and financial services, positioning it to better support clients navigating complex and evolving global markets.
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