Oliver is a second second Trainee Solicitor in the Private Client team. He commenced his Training Contract in June 2024 and completed his first seat in Residential Conveyancing.
Oliver graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, where he developed a strong foundation in legal principles. Prior to embarking upon a legal career, Oliver spent time travelling in Australia.
Anne is a highly skilled and dedicated Specialist Paralegal in our Private Client team, working with clients to prepare their Wills and the Executry Administration process.
With a deep understanding of the legal intricacies involved in estate planning and the sensitive nature of estate administration, Anne plays a pivotal role in helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of these important legal matters.
Adam is an experienced Senior Solicitor based in our Perth office, specialising in all areas of Private Client including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Executries.
After graduating from Edinburgh University, Adam completed his traineeship with an established law firm in Dundee. He is committed to helping our clients with planning for later life and has recently completed his fourth and final exam towards the prestigious STEP Diploma in Trusts and Estates.
Sarah is a Partner in our specialist Private Client Team. Her friendly and practical approach is appreciated by clients as she advises them on a variety of private client matters including Wills, Powers of Attorney, estate and succession planning and executry administration. She also adminsiters the Trust for the Trustees of the Sinclair Trust.
Alan is a specialist in the Private Client field and advises clients on a variety of issues including the preparation of Wills, Estate planning, asset protection and Executry administration.
He advises regularly on the creation and administration of Trusts, Charities and on adults with incapacity issues, in particular in the preparation of Powers of Attorney and obtaining Guardianship Orders. He administers the Trust for the Trustees of the Betty Ross Foundation and also the Sinclair Trust, and is also on the Board of the Crossroads charity.
A Solicitor in our specialist Private Client team, Ellen works alongside Partner Stephanie Pratt.
She advises individuals and families on a range of personal matters, from the drafting and preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney, to care costs, tax planning and the Executry administration process in Scotland.
Ellen is well known for her prompt response and excellent attention to detail, which is appreciated by clients at what can often be a difficult time.
Rachel is a second seat Trainee Solicitor in the Private Client team. She commenced her Training Contract in September 2024 and completed her first seat in Land & Rural Business.
She graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Diploma in Professional Legal Practice from the University of Glasgow, and completed an LLM in International and European Law, with a specialisation in Human Rights Law from the University of Gent in Belgium.
Katie is a second seat Trainee Solicitor in the Private Client team. She joined Thorntons in September 2024 and completed her first seat in Personal Injury.
She graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Diploma in Professional Legal Practice from the University of Dundee, and previously gained a Bachelor of Arts with Honors, in English studies and Spanish from the University of Stirling.
Rachael is a second seat Trainee in the Private Client team. Rachael commenced her Training Contract in September 2024 and completed her first seat in Residential Conveyancing.
Prior to commencing her Training Contract in September 2024, Rachael has worked as a Conveyancing Paralegal in our busy Residential Property post settlement hub.
Rachael graduated with a First Class Scots and English Dual Qualifying LLB and Diploma in Professional Legal Practice with Merit from the University of Dundee.
Dean is a second Trainee Solicitor in the Private Client team. He commenced his Training Contract in September 2024 and completed his first seat in Commercial Real Estate.
He joined Thorntons in 2019 and has undertaken positions across the firm including, most recently, supervising the Client Welcome team. As a result of these previous roles, Dean has a good understanding that the right advice for each client’s individual needs can make all the difference.