Pete Black

Newcastle and North East Junior Law Division

Pete Black

Pete is a private client solicitor based in Newcastle. He specialises in estate planning for business owners and landed estates.

Pete joined Womble Bond Dickinson in 2017 as part of the firm's first intake of solicitor apprentices. Studying alongside work, Pete graduated from The City Law School in 2021 before sitting the Solicitor Qualifying Examinations.  He was appointed as Chair of the Newcastle and North East Junior Lawyers Division in March 2023 and he serves as the first Chair to have qualified via the apprenticeship route. Pete represents the interests of junior lawyers at committee meetings, regional consultations and other relevant specialist events. Outside of work, Pete enjoys spending time with his family and friends, cycling and occasional skiing trips.