Private client partner, Magnus Mackay, joins Thorntons following its recent recruitment of 10 new Inverness team members from Wright, Johnston and Mackenzie (WJM).

Also formerly of WJM where he was a partner, Mr Mackay brings 16 years of experience to the role and is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

His areas of expertise include the preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, inheritance tax mitigation and succession planning for business owners.

He said: “I’m delighted to join Thorntons’ new Inverness operation. As a legal firm that is committed to the success of the communities it works in, Thorntons brings something new, fresh and dynamic to the city.

“Thorntons’ Inverness office will bring a variety of legal services under one roof and clients will also be able to benefit from the wider network of expertise in the firm.

“It’s exciting to join the firm as it establishes deeper roots in Inverness and the Highlands and grows its client base.”

Lesley Larg, managing partner at Thorntons, said: “It’s fantastic to welcome Magnus to Thorntons. He will further boost our Inverness team by bringing his expertise in helping clients review their personal affairs and plan for the future.

“We’ve enjoyed a healthy start to operations in Inverness and are looking forward to the year ahead.”