Burness Paull has underlined its commitment to outstanding knowledge, training and client service by appointing Tim Dale to the new role of knowledge and client service partner.
Tim – who brings a decade’s experience of leading and growing a knowledge function in an international law firm – will be responsible for elevating all aspects of Burness Paull’s knowledge and learning, ensuring the skills and expertise of its people continue to develop in line with changes to the law, evolving industry best practice, and the dynamic commercial needs of clients.
He will also play an important role in assessing the impact of AI on the delivery of legal advice provided by the firm, as well as the identification and adoption of AI-powered solutions that drive value through efficiency and better client service.
Unusually for the legal industry, the new role has been made a partner-level position, reflecting the importance Burness Paull places on maintaining a culture of learning and continual improvement in pursuit of its goal of being the leading law firm operating in and from Scotland.
Peter Lawson, chair at Burness Paull, said: “The appointment of Tim is an important milestone in our strategy. Our goal of being the leading law firm operating in and from Scotland can only be fulfilled by attracting outstanding talent and equipping them with the tools and ongoing learning required to advise on the business-critical, complex matters for which our clients look to us.
“Tim is of one of the UK legal industry’s foremost knowledge leaders. That we are welcoming him to the firm as a partner reflects his considerable expertise and the firm’s commitment to further elevating our knowledge and client service, at a time when AI is reshaping the landscape.”
Tim Dale added: “I am excited to be joining such a highly regarded firm and look forward to working with my new colleagues as we strive for continuous improvement in the service we provide to our diverse range of clients operating across the globe.”
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