Thorntons has renewed its deal to provide legal services to City of Glasgow College.
The Dundee-based firm has secured a new three-year deal to act as legal adviser and data protection officer (DPO) for the institution.
It comes as Thorntons, which is more than 150 years old, continues to build its presence in Glasgow, further to the opening of its first permanent office in the city in early 2023.
The firm, led by managing partner Lesley Larg (pictured), has been providing legal advice to the college since 2016, expanding its role with DPO services in 2021. Under the new contract, Thorntons said it will support the college with its property and development investment ambitions, noting that strategic real estate management is key to attracting students and staff.
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Aimee Gibbons, partner and head of Glasgow for Thorntons, said: “We are very proud to have been retained by City of Glasgow College as its legal partner and DPO provider. It is testament to our tailored approach to truly understanding our clients and a wonderful vote of confidence in our Glasgow office after opening our first permanent base in the city last year following many years of servicing clients in the west.
“Property is far more than bricks and mortar. Investing in the appropriate physical assets will support City of Glasgow College’s educational mission by boosting experience, fostering community engagement and ensuring long-term sustainability and growth.
“We look forward to working with City of Glasgow College over the coming years and hope to grow our services as the College continues to develop its commercial and international operations.”
Andrew Dickson, chief financial officer at City of Glasgow College, said: “City of Glasgow College is delighted to continue its partnership with Thorntons as we pursue ambitious goals for our students, staff, and wider community. Their understanding of our mission and considerable expertise in the education sector have been invaluable in supporting our strategic priorities.
“As we invest in our estate, Thorntons legal support will play an important role in helping us deliver facilities that allow innovation to thrive, enhance the student experience, and support our growth as a leading provider of technological and professional education.”
Thorntons, which operates across 14 offices in Scotland, including Glasgow, Dundee and Edinburgh, has a specialist education team which acts for colleges and universities on a range of legal matters including commercialisation, employment, and student governance.
The City of Glasgow College twin-site super campus is one of the largest in Europe. Featuring state of the art facilities it is designed for 40,000 students and offers a range of courses on campus and online, producing up to 8,000 graduates annually.
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