Mr Maillie has held the position of location head for Scotland, which encompasses the firm’s Glasgow and Edinburgh offices, since 2015. His new term will begin on 1 May 2021.

He is a partner in DACB’s Glasgow office and he specialises in personal injury litigation for insurers, intermediaries and self-insureds in Scotland. He has over 30 years’ experience advising insurance clients in defending PI claims arising from motor and workplace accidents.

Mr Maillie said: “There have been many highlights during my six years as location head, and I am particularly proud of our considerable growth over the past few years.

“At DACB we want to be the place where talented people want to work, and I am privileged to lead the team in Scotland who have contributed so significantly to attracting new clients, ensuring the firm’s financial success, and achieving significant growth. I look forward to the next three years of progress and success.”

DAC Beachcroft’s senior partner Virginia Clegg added: “John has done an exceptional job in the role and I am very pleased that he has put himself forward for a third term. I look forward to working more with him to continue building our presence and capabilities in Scotland.”