Niall Burnie
About Niall Burnie
Niall Burnie is a Trainee Solicitor currently working at Linklaters in London. He has a background in law, having studied at the University of Dundee and King's College London, and has held various roles at Herbert Smith Freehills and Royal Dutch Shell.
Current Role at Linklaters
Niall Burnie currently serves as a Trainee Solicitor at Linklaters, having started in 2024. He is based in the London Area, United Kingdom. In this role, he is involved in various legal tasks and responsibilities that contribute to his professional development in the legal field.
Previous Experience at Herbert Smith Freehills
Niall Burnie has extensive experience with Herbert Smith Freehills, where he held multiple positions. He worked as a Campus Ambassador from 2019 to 2020 for nine months while at the University of Dundee. He also served as a Summer Legal Intern in 2019 for one month in Belfast, followed by a Vacation Scheme Student role in 2020 for one month in London. In 2021, he worked as a Legal Analyst for three months and returned to the role in 2022 for eleven months in London.
Education and Qualifications
Niall Burnie studied Law at the University of Dundee, earning a Law (Eng/NI) with Oil and Gas Law LLB (Hons) from 2018 to 2021. He also completed a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Dispute Resolution at King's College London from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he is currently enrolled in the City Consortium Programme at BPP from 2023 to 2024.
Academic Background
Niall Burnie completed his A Levels at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Penrith, from 2016 to 2018. He also attended Trinity School Carlisle, where he achieved his GCSEs from 2011 to 2016. His educational journey has provided him with a solid foundation in law and related disciplines.
Achievements in Moot Court Competitions
Niall Burnie has participated in several moot court competitions, showcasing his legal skills. He ranked second in the Inner Temple Inter Varsity Moot Court Competition during his penultimate undergraduate year. Additionally, he represented Scotland in the Telders International Law Moot Court Competition, where he earned two awards for his performance. He also received the 'Best Written Advice' prize at The Hague Academy of International Law’s Day of Crisis Competition while studying at King’s College London.