TLT has appointed two new senior staff to its commercial services group in Edinburgh as part of plans to grow the team in Scotland.
Commercial lawyer Dr Julie Nixon joins as managing associate. As a former scientist - who completed a PHD in molecular biology and genetics at institutions including Harvard University and the University of Edinburgh - she has a particular interest in working with life science start-ups and spin out companies, regularly advising entrepreneurs working in this field.
Nixon has in-house experience spanning from her secondments to Edinburgh Research and Innovation, the Roslin Institute and Historic Environment Scotland.
At TLT, she will support the development of the firm’s commercial services group, with a particular emphasis on building the life sciences portfolio, providing strategic legal guidance to organisations in the sector.
Corporate lawyer Nimarta Cheema also joins the team in Edinburgh as senior associate, experienced in mergers and acquisitions, as well as advising on company law and transactions.
A Law Society of Scotland certified specialist in data protection, she also brings specific experience working with tech businesses and early stage companies.
Cheema’s recent experience has included working on employee ownership transactions such as Guitar Guitar and Carlton Bingo.
John Paul Sheridan, partner and head of Scotland, said: “Julie and Nimarta's appointments form part of our strategic plans to continue to invest in our resources in Scotland, grow our team in Edinburgh, with the view of delivering a best-in-class service to our clients.
“Julie has crafted a reputation for being an exceptional commercial lawyer with outstanding client relationships and in-depth knowledge of advising a niche group of organisations – she will be instrumental in helping grow our national commercial services group portfolio.
“Nimarta will be the first corporate team member in our Edinburgh office, continuing our growth in Scotland and enhancing the quality of work we deliver in this practice area.”
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