John Schorah

John Schorah, managing partner of Weightmans, which has an office in Glasgow, said: “The two firms share a number of synergies in respect of clients and sectors and above all a passionate commitment to achieving the highest standards in delivering legal services to their clients.

“The merger will add to both firms’ national practices with outstanding expertise and the resources to ensure that we continue to meet the ever-increasing needs and expectations of all clients, large and small, whether public bodies, public or private businesses, not for profit enterprises or individuals. 

“The merger will expand the existing support provided to the firms’ clients, as well as enhancing the capabilities across our core services. The combined firm will create a leading UK practice in healthcare in particular and increase the market presence of both firms in London.”

The merged firm, to be known as Weightmans LLP, will have 225 partners and a total headcount of over 1,400 people.