It is anticipated that Mr Sleigh will assist the McKinstry Company in the development and execution of its growth strategy and also with corporate governance issues. Mr Sleigh recently retired as a senior corporate law partner in Glasgow and he was recognised as a leading practitioner in the SME /family company sector and also as a prominent sports lawyer. His role as chairman is not client facing.

Robert Honeyman, Managing Partner of the McKinstry Company said: "We are very pleased that Andrew has agreed to act as our chairman. He brings to the table a lot of corporate and commercial experience which will be invaluable as we meet the challenges of growing and future proofing our business".

Andrew Sleigh commented: "I am delighted to join Robert and his colleagues at this important time in the firm’s development. Graeme McKinstry founded a fantastic firm and I am very fortunate to have been nominated to succeed him as chairman. I hope that my skill set and perspectives will contribute to the firm’s development".