Hill Dickinson moves into Leeds market with healthcare partner hire

Law firm Hill Dickinson is to open an office in Leeds with the hire of corporate health partner Rob McGough from Capsticks.

McGough, who specialises in commercial matters in the health sector, will jointly head up the Leeds office with health litigation partner Mike McKenna. The new office will open in September.

McGough said: “The chance to join Hill Dickinson and lead our expansion into a Leeds office is a fantastic opportunity to build on the existing strengths of the firm in a city where the legal sector has grown faster than any other UK city over the past decade.

“Hill Dickinson has an exceptional reputation in the health sector, and I was thrilled to be offered the opportunity to join the team.”

Andrew Craggs, Hill Dickinson head of health, said: “As a result of the health team’s recent growth in London, the South East and North West of England, Leeds was the natural next strategic location for us. We’re delighted with our expansion and look forward to announcing a number of senior lateral hires to join our Leeds office in the coming months.”

The firm's CEO, Peter Jackson, added: “Leeds is a great location for Hill Dickinson, not just for the health team, but for the broader firm.”