SCOTTISH law firm Thorntons has announced the appointment of Catriona Miller as a partner in its private client team based in Edinburgh.

Miller will take a leading role in advertising Edinburgh private clients and growing the department.

Throughout her career, Catriona has built expertise in private client work with specialisms in wills, powers of attorney and tax efficient succession planning.

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Miller said: “I’m delighted to start this new chapter in my career with such a diverse and dynamic firm. I intend to continue to develop my network of connections in the industry and with clients, be an inspiring leader for my team and support Thorntons’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities within the community.”

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Murray Etherington, head of private client at Thorntons, said: “It’s great to welcome Catriona to our private client team based in Edinburgh. I have no doubt she will bring a wealth of experience and skills that will be a huge asset to both Thorntons and our clients.”