Peter Millican

In his new role, Mr Millican will support the ongoing development of Gilson Gray’s London corporate offering, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity and corporate finance transactions. 

The appointment marks a key step in Gilson Gray’s continued expansion across England and follows a series of senior hires within its London office, including Paul Madden as head of London office, Linda Pope as head of family law for England and Steven Eckett as head of employment for England.

Glen Gilson, chairman and managing partner at Gilson Gray, said: “Peter brings a wealth of experience across corporate law, combined with a history of strong leadership and client delivery. His appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in high-quality talent as we continue to expand our presence in London. We are delighted to welcome him to the team.”

Mr Millican added: “Gilson Gray has a clear sense of direction and a strong growth strategy. The firm’s culture also aligns closely with my own approach to delivering pragmatic legal advice. I’m looking forward to working with colleagues across the business to continue building a strong corporate practice in London.”