Promotions and a new start at Mackinnons

Aberdeen legal firm Mackinnons has announced two promotions and one new position across its teams.

Angus Easton, who recently completed a master’s degree in maritime law, has been promoted to associate in the firm’s commercial shipping team. Having joined the firm in January 2013, his expertise covers areas of commercial practice with an emphasis on marine and business law.

Kim Harkness, who also joined the firm in 2013, becomes an associate in the property and private client teams. 

Kate Longmuir has joined the firm from Pinsent Masons and will be working in the corporate team, advising on a range of commercial matters with emphasis on the energy and marine sectors.

Partner Graham Jones commented: “We are delighted to have appointed Kate to our commercial shipping team. She has considerable experience in legal matters relating to the marine and energy sectors and will be a great asset to us. As well as recruiting to strengthen the team, we are also very pleased to be able to promote talent from within. Angus and Kim have already made a significant contribution to the success of the firm and their promotions are well deserved."