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A Scottish law company has been placed into administration.
The administrator said the “immediate priority” is to secure the client files of the Glasgow firm that specialises in personal injury claims.
Shona Campbell, of Henderson Loggie, has been appointed administrator of DJ Mackay & Partners LLP.
The firm, which was founded in 2017, employs 16 members of staff. The appointment was made by the partners.
Donald Mackay, director of DJ Mackay & Partners LLP, said: “This was an extremely difficult decision and not one taken lightly. We want to thank our staff for their hard work and professionalism throughout, and we apologise to clients for any disruption caused.
“The firm is cooperating fully with the administrators to ensure an orderly and responsible handover.”
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Ms Campbell said: "The firm has experienced financial difficulties and the partners concluded that administration was the appropriate course of action.
“Our immediate priority as administrators is to secure all client files, protect confidential information and ensure continuity of service for individuals whose matters are currently in progress.
“We are working closely with relevant regulators and stakeholders to continue arrangements for the orderly transfer and ongoing management of live cases.
“We will ensure that affected staff are fully supported throughout any redundancy process."
The process of transferring client files is expected to conclude by the end of the month.
As a Scottish firm, DJ Mackay & Partners LLP is regulated by the Law Society of Scotland, which has been notified of the administration.
New French wine bar Chez Bernard opens in Edinburgh
A new wine bar has opened on The Shore in Leith, bringing French wine, seafood and continental dining to the area, writes Rose Moncur.
Chez Bernard is the first French wine bar in the area and offers a relaxed setting for leisurely lunches, evening drinks and meals with friends and family.
Chez Bernard, Jonathan Herdia and Isla Mosquera.
The venue has been opened by wine experts Jonathan Heredia and his partner Isla Mosquera, who have a combined 15 years of hospitality experience.
The bar is named after Mr Heredia's grandfather Bernard and is inspired by the long lunches he enjoyed with him during childhood summers on France's Atlantic coast.
The couple said the venue was designed to bring a little of that continental atmosphere to The Shore, with a focus on good food, wine and time spent around the table.
Chez Bernard's wine list has been carefully curated to complement a menu of classic French sharing dishes and seafood.
Guests can choose from artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, fresh oysters, dressed crab and a selection of hot and cold plates.
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