SO Legal celebrates Áine Dillon qualifying as a solicitor

Based at our London office in Lincoln's Inn Fields, Áine has gone from strength to strength since joining the firm, building her expertise under the guidance of Jennifer Slater, head of leasehold advisory and enfranchisement. Through her hard work, professionalism, and commitment to client service, she has become an integral part of the team and has contributed to the growth and success of our leasehold advisory department.

A graduate of the University of Galway, Ireland, Áine completed a degree in Law and Business in 2023. She joined the firm as a paralegal in 2025 before beginning her training contract, demonstrating a strong aptitude for leasehold property work from the outset.

Now qualified as a solicitor, Áine advises clients nationwide on a range of leasehold property matters, with a particular emphasis on lease extensions. She is committed to providing straightforward, practical legal advice that helps clients navigate complex leasehold issues with confidence.

Supporting future legal talent

Áines's success reflects both her dedication and the firm's long-standing commitment to developing legal talent. In recent years, we have awarded more than 32 solicitor training contracts across our offices, helping ambitious individuals build successful careers in law.

Simon Moss, managing director, said:

"Áine’s qualification is thoroughly deserved and a proud moment for the firm. Through her hard work, professionalism, and dedication, she has become an invaluable member of our leasehold and enfranchisement team. Alongside her technical ability, Áine's positive attitude and approachable nature have made her extremely popular with both clients and colleagues alike. We are excited to see her continue to grow and succeed in this next chapter of her career."

Jennifer Slater, head of leasehold advisory and enfranchisement, added:

"It really is such a pleasure to work with Áine and to have seen the progress she has made over the last year. She is a tremendous asset to the team, and her commitment and hard work have made this achievement thoroughly deserved. I am incredibly proud to see her qualify as a solicitor and excited to watch her continue to build a successful career at the firm. We are delighted to welcome her as a qualified solicitor to our growing Leasehold Advisory and Enfranchisement Team."

You can read more about Áine’s experience on her profile page.

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