Grant O'Neill

Name: Grant O’Neill.
Role: Solicitor
When did you start working with the firm: 1 October 2024.
What is your favourite part of your role?
I enjoy helping members of the public and companies to resolve disputes or their debt-related issues. I also enjoy appearing and working at Sheriff Courts.
What do you like most about working for Simplicity Legal?
I love working collaboratively with the entire team, which operates across many different legal disciplines.
What skills do you find most useful in doing your role?
The skills that I find most useful, include the ability to be empathetic and to be understanding towards the circumstances of clients, particularly when they find themselves in stressful scenarios.
Where is your favourite place to go on holiday?
I love visiting Spain and fortunately for me, I have a cousin who lives in Barcelona!
What is your proudest achievement?
My proudest achievement is obtaining my Law degree and Diploma and also obtaining an award in my Diploma year from the Royal Faculty of Procurators, Glasgow.
What do you enjoy doing when not working?
I enjoy playing five-a-side football; playing the drums; and spending time with my family and my friends.
How would your team colleagues describe you?
Hopefully as approachable and respectful.
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