Ms Richardson joins the firm from well-known property outfit Simpson & Marwick, strengthening Anderson Strathern’s offering in Edinburgh and East Lothian.

She’ll work alongside head of residential property Sara Jalicy and head of East Lothian operations Graham White.

Ms Richardson has extensive expertise in the premier residential property market, having represented a wide variety of individuals and commercial clients in residential sale and purchase transactions over the last decade.

Ms Jalicy said: “Jemma has acted in the purchase and sale of some of Edinburgh and East Lothian’s finest private homes and we are thrilled to have her experience on the team. We are in the midst of an ever-changing and rapidly evolving market and it’s important that we continue to offer a service that is informed, agile and outstanding in our sector. Jemma fits into that ethos entirely.”

Ms Richardson added: “Anderson Strathern is viewed as one of the main players on Scotland’s residential property scene, has a fantastic client base, is highly respected by industry peers and I look forward to supporting the team’s next phase of growth.”