Mr Clark brings 12 years’ experience in corporate law to Morton Fraser and is dual-qualified in English and Scots law. Practising across a range of corporate law disciplines with a particular focus on equity investment and high-growth companies, he is now based in the firm’s Edinburgh office.

Austin Flynn, partner and head of the corporate division, said: “Stephen’s expertise makes him a real asset in facilitating growth in Scottish businesses, and his experience working with high-growth companies is a true benefit to Scotland’s thriving start-ups.”

Mr Clark said: “Morton Fraser is an independent firm that maintains an impressive reputation, and when the opportunity arose to join its Corporate Law team, I jumped at it. I am really looking forward to supporting Scottish businesses as part of a team that is already doing great work with interesting clients.”