The firm has announced the promotion of three new partners and two new senior legal directors. In its commercial property team, Sarajane Drake has been promoted to partner. Aged 33, she becomes WJM’s youngest partner.

Hannah Prentice of the private client team in Inverness has been promoted to partner and, in the Glasgow office, Annie Pearson of the private client and tax team has also joined the partnership.

Meanwhile, Katy Davenport and Fiona Kempsell have been promoted to the newly created role of senior legal director.

Fraser Gillies, managing partner at WJM, said: “The recent achievements of those within the firm are ones which are hugely deserved and should be celebrated for their significance. 

“The likes of Sarajane, Hannah, Annie, Katy, and Fiona are tremendous examples of what is achievable for anyone willing to put in the work and dedication to their practice.”