Dan Newcombe’s fervour for his role as the head of legal services in Norton Rose Fulbright’s Newcastle office stands as a key factor in the office’s resounding success. Since its establishment in 2017, the office has flourished, now boasting 80 fee-earners encompassing paralegals, junior associates and senior associates. Distinct from a mere northshoring initiative, NRF Newcastle distinguishes itself through the team’s commitment to not only quantity but also quality of work. Indeed, the team showcases its expertise through adeptly managing substantial paralegal tasks and handling high-profile cases like Phones4U.
In the past year, the office has broadened its global reach, with associates taking on placements in Dubai, Paris, and beyond—an embodiment of Newcombe’s commitment to long-term investment and talent retention. As he steps into 2024, the primary focus remains on sustaining momentum, strategic hiring and nurturing the inaugural cohort of internally qualified NQs in the city.
Looking forward, Newcombe aims to make substantial strides in legal pro bono work, addressing the gap in the North East. In the midst of these professional milestones, Newcome intends to delve deeper into his passion for skydiving, injecting an extra dose of daring into the narrative.