Pinsent Masons has appointed Richard Griffiths as its new managing partner. Griffiths, currently global head of Property, will succeed Laura Cameron from November 1, 2026, and will work alongside John Maciver, senior partner.
Under his leadership, the Property practice has grown by 13% over the past two years. Previously, Griffiths led the Planning & Environment practice, where he played a key role in its internationalization and spearheaded its expansion into Australia, the Middle East, and Europe. During his four years at the helm, the practice saw 53% growth.
Richard Griffiths, the newly elected managing partner, stated, “We are a firm with exceptional professionals, deep industry knowledge, and a strong international platform. I will build on these strengths to confidently lead the firm into its next phase and ensure its long-term success. Working alongside John Maciver, I will focus on investing where our clients need us most and ensuring we continue to evolve as an international strategic advisor to our global client base. We will strengthen our market position and deliver innovative, intelligent solutions to our clients. I am truly excited about the opportunity to lead this great firm into the future.”
Griffiths added that he would “like to thank Laura for guiding the firm through a period of significant investment and change with extraordinary leadership and dedication. She has kept the firm focused on positioning it for long-term success, and I look forward to continuing to build on the strong foundation she has helped to create.”
Laura Cameron, the current managing partner, stated that she is “immensely proud of the strength of our business and everything we have achieved. We have exceptional professionals, client relationships built on trust and experience, and a strong commitment to innovation. All of this gives me great confidence in our future. My congratulations to Richard. I know he has the vision, judgment, and determination to lead the firm into its next phase of growth.”
John Maciver, senior partner-elect of Pinsent Masons, added, “I am delighted to congratulate Richard on his election as managing partner. From joining as a trainee to leading one of our largest global practices, Richard has already had a significant impact on our business. He brings a wealth of experience and a genuine commitment to our professionals, our clients, and our culture. I look forward to working with him to shape the firm’s future.”
He concluded: “I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to Laura Cameron for her exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to the firm. She leaves a lasting legacy that has strengthened our business for the future.”
