Ayr law firm crowned best High Street practice in Scotland

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A team of top legal eagles have been crowned the best High Street law firm in Scotland.Lockharts Law LLP scooped High Street Firm of the Year at The Law Awards of Scotland 2022 last month.The awards recognise the outstanding contribution made by individuals, practices and organisations across the legal profession.Lockharts Law LLP, who have been based in Ayr since 1876 and have operated from Beresford Terrace for the last 20 years, were delighted with their win, after beating off stiff competition from big city practices.Margo McGill, Partner at Lockharts Law LLP, said: “We were all absolutely delighted.“We couldn’t believe it- the last thing you think is that you’re going win.“It was one of these life moments- it was fantastic.“We were up against very stiff competition with firms from Glasgow and Edinburgh, so it was nice that an Ayrshire practice won.“It is good for Ayrshire and nice to see Ayrshire on the map - because although you’re not a city firm it doesn’t mean you can’t provide the same expertise.“Each of our partners trained in city firms but wanted to return to their home town on the west coast to apply their trade in the area they are born and bred.”The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.Margo, who has worked with the firm for 11 years and is one of only 25 accredited specialists in agricultural law in Scotland, said Lockharts Law LLP have pushed through