Kim Leslie joins the firm from Digby Brown. She is accredited by the Law Society of Scotland as a specialist in personal injury law and is a Fellow of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). She is also an executive director of Association of Child Abuse Lawyers.

Mark Higgins, managing partner for Irwin Mitchell Scotland, said: “Kim is a great addition to our complex personal injury team and we’re delighted to have her on board as we seek to significantly grow our PI practice in Scotland.

“It’s a really exciting time for Irwin Mitchell in Scotland with this addition to the team together with our investment in Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie and more to come over the coming months. We’re looking forward to being able to help even more clients, whether individuals or businesses.”

Ms Leslie said: “I am excited to be able to lead on Irwin Mitchell’s ambitious grow plans for Scotland and support clients to access help to address all of their needs. I look forward to working with the team to help more personal injury clients get the justice they deserve.”