The ‘Andrew Murray Signature Prize’ is being launched today by Murray Beith Murray LLP, with the winner to be revealed at a reception in the Signet Library later this year.

The outstanding student will receive a £1,000 cash prize, as well as a guaranteed interview for a legal traineeship with Murray Beith Murray LLP. 

They will also have their essay published in full by the Journal of the Law Society of Scotland.

The inaugural edition of the essay competition focuses on the challenges and opportunities associated with the integration of AI in the legal sector.

The competition opens for entries today from law students in Scotland who have successfully completed, or are on track to complete, the diploma in professional legal practice by 2028. The deadline for entries is 5pm on 7 August.

Chairman Andrew Paterson said: “Everyone at Murray Beith Murray is delighted to be able to launch the ‘Andrew Murray Signature Prize’.  “It is an important period for Murray Beith Murray as we announce the inaugural edition of this annual prize, as well as unveiling our refreshed logo and revamped website.”