A new managing partner has been appointed at Muckle, with the law firm’s current head of corporate set to succeed Jason Wainwright next year.
After leading the firm through ten years of continued growth, Jason Wainwright has decided to step down on 31 March 2025. He will remain with the firm, continuing to contribute as part of its growing Equity Partner group.
Muckle will then embark on a new leadership phase with current head of corporate, Anthony Evans, taking over as managing partner from 1 April 2025.
Jason Wainwright, who took on the managing partner role in 2015, had always planned to lead for no more than a decade. Over his tenure, Muckle has recently enjoyed consecutive years of double-digit growth, increased turnover and profit and earned numerous accolades..
“After nearly a decade of leading this incredible group of people, I am proud of everything we’ve achieved together,” said Wainwright.
“We’ve built a strong strategy for growth, significantly increased our market share and developed new and growing teams. This success has boosted financial performance and allowed us to invest in our people and local communities, building a progressive culture that makes Muckle such a great place to work.”
A key advocate for the firm’s people, Wainwright has spearheaded initiatives that strengthened the culture, earning Investors in People Platinum status. Last year, along with senior partner Hugh Welch, he also led Muckle to prestigious B Corp Certification – the first North East and Cumbria law firm to achieve the status – in recognition of its ongoing social, environmental, transparency and accountability commitment.
Wainwright added: “I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our incredible people, loyal clients, and valued partners. I’m confident Anthony will continue to drive the firm’s success and develop our people-first culture, and I look forward to supporting this planned transition by remaining part of our Equity Partner group for many years to come.”
As head of Corporate, Anthony Evans has been a central figure in the firm’s recent success, including helping to drive 11 per cent annual growth in corporate in the last financial year. He will work with Jason Wainwright over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition.
“It is a massive privilege to take over as managing partner from Jason, under whose leadership we have achieved such an incredible amount over the last ten years,” said Anthony Evans.
“We have never been in a stronger position as a business and as a team. We will continue to build on this success, ensuring that this is a great place for our people to work and develop their careers, providing excellent client service and continuing our journey as a B Corp organisation contributing to our local communities. I am excited to be able to take the firm forward into our next chapter.”
Renowned regional dealmaker Philip Clare will take over as head of Corporate from 1 April 2025.
