Law Society welcomes Lady Dorrian appointment as Lord Justice Clerk

Commenting on the announcement that the Rt. Hon Lady Dorrian QC is to be Scotland’s new Lord Justice Clerk, Christine McLintock, President of the Law Society of Scotland said:

“I’d like to offer my warm congratulations to Lady Dorrian on her appointment. As one of our most senior and highly regarded judges with a wealth of experience in criminal law, she has already made a substantial contribution to Scotland’s justice system.

“The appointment of the first female Lord Justice Clerk is a significant step forward for equality and diversity within the judiciary, a wonderful role model for women in the legal profession.

“We look forward to working more closely with Lady Dorrian in the future.”