Managing Partner, Leadership & Operations
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Pauline took the role of Managing Partner in 2022 and prior to this she was the Head of the firm’s Corporate team overseeing the firm’s commercial strategy.
Alongside the other members of the Executive Committee Pauline sets the strategic direction of the firm and plays a leading role in the delivery of that strategy and in the delivery and performance of our teams.
Pauline has led on the development of the firm’s Purpose, Vision and Values and passionately believes in the difference between Forbes and other law firms and how we as a business redefine how people feel about lawyers from both an internal and external perspective.
Pauline is a passionate, authentic, empathetic leader who truly cares about the development of others. Pauline has dedicated over 22 years of her career to Forbes and is exceptionally proud to be custodian of the firm in her role as Managing Partner.
Pauline is a very well-respected corporate lawyer who has been consistently accredited in the Legal 500 as a leading individual in corporate work. Her impressive journey at Forbes, her understanding of the firm’s culture, its people, its clients and her deep understanding of business leaves her very well placed to lead the firm in the next phase of the firm’s journey.
Pauline Rigby is a an exceptional lawyer and arguably, the best I have ever worked with. Approachable, helpful, detailed and understanding. Technically superb.
Anonymous
Rebecca and Pauline were a pleasure to deal with. It’s always a frustrating period selling a business that you have worked in for many years and mine was no exception. Through great communication it helped elevate the stresses of the process and Rebecca’s constant reassurance was very much welcomes.
Anonymous
Pauline Rigby and the team at Forbes Solicitors put together by her to act on my behalf, in the sale of the palletised distribution part of my business to Palletline were truly brilliant. The work was highly involved with two sites/depots and @100 employees. The control undertaken, and the drive, speed and sheer effort from Forbes to achieve an on time sale date was truly impressive. The fees came in close to budget which were substantially below my normal Solicitors quote. I would highly recommend them in commercial business sales, purchases or transactions of complex nature.
Chris Stockton. Ningbo Distribution