Pinsent Masons appoints Luke Tapp as Board member

04 Jul 2023 | 10:44 am | 1 min. read

Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has appointed Luke Tapp as member of its global Board. Luke took up the position as the EMEA Board representative in June 2023.

Luke joined the firm in 2014. Under his leadership Pinsent Masons’ Middle East Employment practice has become one of the most prominent employment teams in the region, achieving top ranking status in the legal directories.  

He has also been Operations Partner for our Middle East business since May 2020 and is part of the leadership team for our Global Employment & Reward Practice.

The firm's Global Board is comprised of representatives from across its multinational business and consists of:

  • Laura Cameron, Managing Partner
  • Andrew Masraf, Senior Partner
  • Rob Alexander, Chief Financial Officer (UK)
  • Alastair Morrison, Head of Client Strategy (UK)
  • Joanne Ellis, Partner (UK)
  • Clare Francis, Partner (UK)  
  • Fraser McMillan, Partner (Australia)
  • Luke Tapp, Partner (UAE)
  • Suzanne Baxter, external Board member

Luke Tapp, Partner and Board member at Pinsent Masons says:

“I’m committed to living our values and supporting the Board and our firm to achieve our strategic ambitions. I bring experience from the Middle East and emerging markets perspective, and a track record of delivering growth across our business. I’m excited about getting started in this new role.” 

Laura Cameron, Managing Partner at Pinsent Masons says:

“Having expertise and representation from around the world is essential for the continued growth and success of our global business. Luke brings with him a wealth of experience, and the Board will benefit from his perspective and support.”

Luke succeeds Rainer Kreifels, who stepped down as EMEA Board representative following the completion of his maximum term.

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