Gordon Clough promoted to Partner

20th May 2026

We are delighted to announce that Gordon Clough has been promoted to Partner.

Gordon joined the firm as a trainee in 2007 and has progressed through the ranks to become a highly respected member of our Civil Litigation team and the wider firm. Over the course of his career at SMB, he has developed extensive experience advising clients across a wide range of complex and contentious matters, and is known for his commitment to achieving strong, pragmatic outcomes for clients.

His promotion reflects not only his technical expertise and dedication to client service, but also his long‑standing contribution to the firm and its values. Having trained and grown his career at SMB, his journey is a testament to the firm’s commitment to developing talent from within.

We congratulate Gordon on this well‑deserved promotion and look forward to his continued success as Partner.

“Having started at SMB as a trainee in 2007 and worked my way up the ranks, I’m delighted to be made Partner. I’ve been fortunate to learn from some of the best lawyers in the business, and I look forward to carrying forward the firm’s legacy and being an even bigger part of its future.” – Gordon Clough