Alan Moffat

Advocates' Clerk

Alan heads up the clerking team. In his dual role of Advocates' Clerk and Practice Manager he ensures that the clerking team runs smoothly and provides a quality service to Ampersand's customers.

He has been with the stable since 2000 - initially as our deputy clerk. He came to us having worked at the Scottish Legal Aid Board for 6 years. He has worked in the legal profession throughout his whole career.

Alan holds paralegal certificates in civil court practice and criminal law. He is also studying for a law degree part-time. This provides him with a unique perspective as an Advocates' Clerk and assists him to understand the needs of those instructing counsel.

Alan encourages feedback regarding any aspect of the work or services the clerking team and members of Ampersand provide. He would therefore welcome any comments you may have.