Ms Fletcher studied Law and European Legal Studies at the University of Aberdeen and completed a year abroad at Maastricht University. She obtained her diploma at the University of Strathclyde before joining MHD Law LLP as a personal assistant.

She said: “I am extremely excited to continue within the firm’s conveyancing team as a trainee solicitor. I look forward my legal career with MHD Law.”

Robert Dougall studied Scots law at the University of Dundee, where he also completed the diploma.

“After a couple of years away from the legal sector I am excited for this next chapter and delighted to commence my Traineeship with MHD Law,” he said.

Kieran Fitzpatrick, partner, said: “We are delighted to have Julia and Robert as trainees. We know that our trainees are the key to the furtherance of MHD Law good reputation and to its continued success.”