Leading full-service law firm Thorntons has welcomed 16 new trainee solicitors to its graduate programme, reflecting its continued commitment to nurturing the next generation of legal talent in Scotland.
They will join several of the firm’s offices in Scotland, including Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, St Andrews, Perth, and Angus.
The trainees are Katie Brown, Rachel Murphy, Daisy Johnston, Freja Nilsson, Laura Minto, Jenni Millar, Jack Chapman, Zara Balling, Cara Collins, Malcolm Marshall, Ross Drysdale, Dean McCombie, Heather Harden, Sophie Fairweather, Milli Datta, and Rachael Hannah.
The new cohort will embark on a comprehensive two-year training programme designed to offer them in-depth exposure to various legal disciplines. Throughout the programme, the trainees will rotate through different departments, gaining hands-on experience in areas including corporate law, employment law, IP, property, dispute resolution, family law and wills and succession planning.
This varied approach ensures that each trainee develops a broad skill set and a deep understanding of Scotland’s diverse legal landscape. In addition to first class legal training, the programme includes a strong personal development component, offering training in client care and business development, along with opportunities to contribute to the firm’s ESG strategy.
The programme is also designed to foster innovation and adaptability, essential qualities in today’s fast-changing legal industry which is being transformed by new and emerging technologies.
Thorntons recently announced it is developing a legal tech hub in partnership with the University of Dundee to bring together students, academics and practitioners and develop new products for the profession.
Welcoming the new trainees, Colin Graham, Chair at Thorntons, said: “At Thorntons, we believe that investing in the development of future legal leaders is crucial to our continued success and the legal profession as a whole.
“Our trainees are an integral part of our team, and we are committed to providing them with the guidance, support, and opportunities they need to thrive in their careers. We look forward to seeing their growth and contributions over the next two years and beyond.”
Trainee Dean McCombie, who has been working in Thorntons throughout his studies, said: “The support and guidance I've received here have been instrumental in shaping my professional journey, and I am eager to continue growing within the firm.
“I look forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead over the next two years and am committed to building a long-term career with Thorntons as a solicitor.”