A partner at Thorntons, one of the largest full service law firms in Scotland, has been shortlisted for Best Professional Advisor at the Scottish Dental Awards 2017.

Client testimonials played an important role in the nomination for Michael Royden, who has been a partner at Thorntons for more than 16 years and is head of the firm’s corporate team. He is also a member of several national bodies for dentists and doctors, and is accredited as a Healthcare specialist in Legal 500 and UK Chambers.

Thorntons’ dental team is one of the leading providers of specialist legal advice to dentists across Scotland. With an experienced team of professional advisers, Thorntons assists many dental practices on a range of topics including buying and selling, employment issues, regulatory advice and contracts.

Michael Royden, partner at Thorntons, said: “It’s an honour to be nominated for this award and for Thorntons dental team to be recognised. It will help raise the profile of our extraordinary team of specialists.

“I’d like to thank all of our clients for their loyalty to the firm and for their kind words submitted as testimonials.”

Winners will be announced at The Scottish Dental Awards which take place on Friday 19 May at the Hilton Hotel in Glasgow city centre.

Thorntons will also be hosting a stand at the Scottish Dental Show this year on Friday 19 and Saturday 20 May at Braehead Arena.