Laura Macdonald

Laura Macdonald, who has been with the firm for over 12 years, has been made a partner in the employment team, which she currently leads.

In the firm’s dispute resolution team, Alan Cameron has also been promoted to partner. He has also been with Jackson Boyd for over 12 years. His employment with the firm coincided with its move into the areas of general and commercial litigation. 

In the personal injury team, Dave Berry has been promoted to senior associate. He specialises in cases involving clinical negligence, employers’ liability and public liability. 

Jennifer Rowlinson is now a senior solicitor within the personal injury team. Since qualifying, she has dealt with a wide range of cases arising from road traffic accidents.

Within the finance team, Vikki Boyd has been made management accountant. She joined the firm as an apprentice over six years ago.

Alan Macdonald, managing partner, said: “We are delighted to announce these promotions at the end of a challenging year. They are a testament to the talent of each individual, their hard work and their commitment to Jackson Boyd and our clients. They also represent our ongoing commitment to create opportunities for progression for talented people across the firm.

“In particular, I am delighted that Alan and Laura are being promoted to partners within Jackson Boyd and warmly congratulate them both. Our focus is to provide a first class service to our clients based on the quality of legal advice we provide and Alan and Laura excel at this.”