Wombles - BDB Pitmans talks collapse

Wombles appear to be trying to spin the collapse already. 
 

eg articles appearing saying “Womble Bond Dickinson merger with BDB Pitmans canned as it 'would be more like a takeover acquisition'

Will BDB Pitmans have the wherewithal to correct the record or is what Wombles is saying right? 

 

Massive shame. As a client I was actually getting quite excited about this merger. Really thought it might finally provide the market with a full service, client-led firm delivering first class, value-add expertise. Looks like we'll have to muddle along as we were.. 

Bircham Dyson Bell aren't what they were. These constant mergers dilute the brand. I remember when they were in Dean Farrar Street with that lovely old grandfather clock in reception.  

what on earth have these idiots done to the venerable, blue blooded firm of dickinson dees

I met the managing partner of DD once (when it was still DD) and he was absolutely desperate to be a mover and shaker in something bigger rather then focusing on stewarding a Slaughter and May of the north east for the next generation. Dickies should have remained focused on being the best firm in newcastle pure and simple.

what on earth have these idiots done to the venerable, blue blooded firm of dickinson dees

I met the managing partner of DD once (when it was still DD) and he was absolutely desperate to be a mover and shaker in something bigger rather then focusing on stewarding a Slaughter and May of the north east for the next generation. Dickies should have remained focused on being the best firm in newcastle pure and simple.

Dickinson Deeeeeees nuts