Thorntons signs property partner

Tayside headquartered legal firm Thorntons has strengthened its business law team with a senior appointment.

Hugo Allan has joined as a partner in the Edinburgh office, after 20 years at Morton Fraser where he was also a partner.

Mr Allan advises on real estate transactions throughout the UK, in particular securing finance for property and investment projects. He has acted in the purchase and sale of shopping centres as well dealing with the purchase and sale of major office developments, and retail leases. He is also chairman of the Scottish Adoption Trustees.

Clare Macpherson, another Edinburgh partner, said: "Hugo is a highly respected figure in our industry and I am sure he will prove to be a fantastic addition to our committed and hardworking team.

“The appointment of such an experienced and highly capable partner is a statement of intent in terms of how we want to drive the business forward and further enhance our Edinburgh service for clients.”