Farrer & Co has elected corporate partner Richard Lane as its next senior partner, with the appointment taking effect on 1 May 2026. He succeeds Jeremy Gordon, who will retire next year, as the firm marks its 325th anniversary and looks ahead to its next phase of growth.
Lane brings nearly 30 years’ experience advising entrepreneurs, corporates and family-owned businesses on complex, often international transactions. A key figure in building the firm’s corporate practice, he is recognised for his commercial judgement and leadership, and will work alongside the management board to maintain the firm’s collaborative, people-centred culture.
On his appointment, Lane said: ‘Farrer & Co is a special place with special people, and it is a great honour to be elected senior partner,’ adding that he looks forward to ‘strengthening our existing relationships as well as building new ones in the UK and internationally’.
Outgoing senior partner Jeremy Gordon said: ‘Richard’s election reflects the confidence the partnership has in his leadership and judgement,’ and added: ‘I know that he will build on the legacy of stewardship and innovation for which the firm is so renowned.’
