Gilson Gray appoints head of employment

Full-service law firm Gilson Gray has appointed Steven Eckett as head of employment for England, marking a key step in the firm’s continued national expansion.

Steven’s appointment launches Gilson Gray’s dedicated employment law offering in England, complementing its established Scottish team. 

Based in London, he will lead the development of the new division, focusing on cross-border collaboration, client growth and building a strong national presence.

With more than 30 years’ experience in employment law, Steven has held senior roles in both private practice and in-house legal teams, including Summit Law LLP and Meaby&Co. 

His experience spans complex employment matters across multiple sectors and jurisdictions.

Steven said: “Joining Gilson Gray is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the firm’s employment law offering in England. 

“It’s an exciting time for growth, and I’m looking forward to working with colleagues across the UK to build something impactful and client-focused."

Steven’s appointment forms part of Gilson Gray’s wider UK growth strategy, which has included several senior hires and expansion across its offices in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Lincoln and Aberdeen.

Glen Gilson, chair and managing partner of Gilson Gray, added: “Steven’s appointment is a key milestone in our UK-wide strategy. 

“His depth of experience and commercial insights will be invaluable as we expand our employment law services and continue to grow our national footprint. 

“Gilson Gray is proud to be a firm that attracts top-tier talent and delivers exceptional service across all disciplines.”

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