Regional law firm Wards Solicitors has appointed Jenny Pierce as its new managing partner, making her the first female head of the firm in its 100 year history.
Jenny, pictured, is head of the Wills, Probate and mental capacity practice at the firm and a member of its long-established senior team. 
She replaces David Sheridan in the role. David, who was instrumental in the successful growth of Wards over his 26 year tenure, continues to advise Jenny and other members of the firm’s senior team as a consultant.
Wards Solicitors employs more than 75 legal specialists across its 12 offices in and around Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Jenny described her appointment as an exciting new chapter in her career and also for the business.
“We have always prospered by being a friendly firm which combines outstanding levels of client care with excellent legal advice.,” she said.
“The past 15 months have been challenging but, from when we first went into lockdown, the firm’s performance has exceeded expectation – we adapted quickly by using new technology and different ways of working across our teams.
“Now it’s about keeping the best parts of our working practices in this new environment, although nothing will ever replace one-to-one contact – we are all looking forward to resuming face-to-face client meetings safely.”
“I am really looking forward to working with our strong management team and helping the firm continue to thrive, supported by our fantastic lawyers and support teams who work incredibly hard delivering the best legal service to our clients.”
David Sheridan added: “Jenny is dedicated, highly respected professionally and an experienced leader. She has developed Wards’ Wills and Probate team into one of the region’s largest and most respected.
“Having worked with her personally for many years, I know that she will do a fantastic job bringing that same enthusiasm to the firm as a whole.”
