She joins the firm as an associate and brings with her a wealth of experience to the firm.

Managing partner Heather Stephen said: “We are very pleased to welcome Hannah to our team.  Having worked with her on transactions for some time we are excited that she will be bringing her experience and professionalism to the business. The property market in Aberdeen is busy again and introducing a knowledgeable and  effective practitioner to the team at this time will help us to stay at the forefront and to continue to service our client base in the City and beyond.”

Ms Cruickshank joined Raeburn Christie Clark and Wallace from another local firm of solicitors and will be based at the firm’s Union Street office.

Ms Cruickshank said: “I am excited to be joining one of Aberdeen’s leading legal firms and I am looking forward to strengthening Raeburn Christie Clark and Wallace’s position as a trusted provider of legal advice across the North East.”