Part time Sheriff and advocate Peter Grant-Hutchison has joined Terra Firma Chambers.

Grant-Hutchison, who specialises in the fields of Judicial Review and Fatal Accident Inquiries has been welcomed by chairman Gordon Steele QC, who said Grant-Hutchison's experience and reputation were highly regarded.

"This is an area which can raise serious issues for the private sector, the public sector and all employees. In times of economic difficulty it becomes ever more essential that clients have access to high quality advice and representation," he said.

"This move strengthens ability of Terra Firma to provide that high level of service to all our clients in this important area of practice."