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Shepherd and Wedderburn is pleased to announce partner and director promotions effective from 1 May. 

This is an exciting development for the local economy in Greenock and Scotland as a whole. A Shepherd and Wedderburn team consisting of George McKinlay, Jamie Grant, and Robbie McElroy provided extensive ports legal expertise and we look forward to working with Peel Ports Group as it goes from strength to strength. 

Shepherd and Wedderburn proudly announces its eleventh consecutive year as Headline Sponsor for All-Energy, the largest annual renewable and low-carbon energy exhibition and conference in the United Kingdom.

Shepherd and Wedderburn has advised Summerhall Arts on a lease deal to secure the beloved bustling arts and community hub, and cornerstone Edinburgh Fringe venue.

A look into the International Women’s Day 2025 campaign ‘Accelerate Action’ – is gender parity really achievable through action, and, if so, when?

To celebrate LGBT+ History Month, members from our Pride Network explore activism and social change in the recent film adaptation of Wicked, finding that the story offers a poignant exploration of identity, societal labels, and the journey toward self-acceptance, particularly resonating with the struggles faced by the LGBT+ community.

Shepherd and Wedderburn is proud to announce that it has been honoured with two awards at The Herald Top Employer Awards. The firm has been recognised as the Top Employer of the Year in the Medium Business category (250–1000 Employees) and has also received the Best Diversity and Inclusion Dynamic in the Workplace award.

Shepherd and Wedderburn is proud to announce that it has been reaccredited as an Investor in People (IIP) at 'Platinum' level and awarded the 'Platinum' accreditation as an Investor in Young People (IIYP). 

Shepherd and Wedderburn is pleased to announce the appointment of Tricia Walker and Andrew Knight as partners in the employment team. 

Shepherd and Wedderburn has reported 7% turnover growth to £71.4 million in the year to 30 April 2024. Net profits at the firm also saw a significant rise, growing by 12% to £30.2 million.