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James Aitken is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in private client locum cover, having practiced in Scotland, London, and Chicago for over 20 years. He has held senior roles at Private Client Scotland Forum, Partner Legal Knowledge Scotland, and Scottish Social Services Council.
Aitken's expertise spans multiple areas, including legal advice, research, assistance, and writing, as well as management and strategic planning. He has also served as a tutor at The University of Edinburgh and The University of Glasgow, and has been a trustee at Reform Scotland.
Aitken holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from DePaul University College of Law, an Illinois Bar Exam, and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from The University of Dundee. He is fluent in multiple languages and has a strong educational background.
Experience
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James Aitken
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Scotland
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Private client locum solicitor/consultant
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Oct 2009 - Present
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Scotland
I specialise in providing private client locum cover at a senior level.The locum cover can be for planned or unexpected absences. I have over 20 years experience as a private client and tax solicitor. I have practised in Scotland, London and Chicago.
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Founder
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Aug 2017 - Present
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Essay examiner
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Jul 2018 - Jun 2020
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Partner Legal Knowledge Scotland
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Edinburgh
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Partner and co-founder
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Apr 2011 - Apr 2017
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Edinburgh
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Scottish Social Services Council
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Dundee, United Kingdom
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Registration and Conduct Committee member
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May 2010 - Apr 2016
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Dundee, United Kingdom
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Private client Diploma in Legal Practice tutor
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Sep 2015 - Jan 2016
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Convener
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Aug 2011 - Jul 2013
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Private client Diploma in Legal Practice tutor
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2010 - 2013
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Trustee
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Feb 2008 - Oct 2011
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Education
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1991 - 1992The University of Dundee
Diploma in Legal Practice, Law -
1998 - 1998Illinois State Bar Association
Illinois Bar Exam -
1996 - 1998DePaul University College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law -
1987 - 1991The University of Dundee
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law -
1979 - 1983Galashiels Academy
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