Ms Innes, based in the Stonehaven office, originally joined the firm in 2012 as a property assistant.

After obtaining her legal degree, Ms Innes began her traineeship with the firm in 2018 and, since qualifying, has worked exclusively in the field of residential property.

Residing in the Mearns, she is ideally placed to advise clients on the local property market.

Managing partner Callum McDonald said: “It gives us real pleasure to announce Sarah’s well deserved promotion, particularly as she is another senior member of our team who originally trained and qualified with the firm.

“Her promotion is a reward for the loyalty she has shown to us over many years, and it strengthens our offering at Stonehaven which has become one of our busiest branches in recent years.

“We wish Sarah every success in her future career.”