Katie Buchanan
About Katie Buchanan
Katie Buchanan is a Senior Legal Editor specializing in Employment Law at Thomson Reuters in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. With extensive experience in advising on complex employment issues, she has previously held roles in various legal and corporate settings, including employment law positions at Quintiles and the Royal Bank of Scotland.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Katie Buchanan serves as a Senior Legal Editor in Employment at Thomson Reuters since 2017. In this role, she focuses on providing insights and guidance on employment law matters. Her expertise includes advising on complex issues such as TUPE transfers, redundancies, and restructures. Buchanan's work involves analyzing the intersection of financial regulatory issues with employment law, ensuring that legal content is accurate and relevant for practitioners.
Previous Experience in Employment Law
Before her current position, Katie Buchanan held various roles in the field of employment law. She worked at the Royal Bank of Scotland as an Employment Lawyer from 2015 to 2017, where she dealt with compliance matters and litigation. Prior to that, she spent time at Quintiles in 2015, focusing on Employee Relations and Policy. Buchanan also has experience as an Associate in Employment Law at Tods Murray LLP from 2007 to 2014, where she managed complex litigation related to share plans.
Educational Background
Katie Buchanan completed her secondary education at Hermitage Academy from 1994 to 2000. She pursued higher education at Edinburgh University, where she earned an LLB (Hons) in Law from 2000 to 2004. Additionally, she obtained a Diploma in Legal Studies from the same institution from 2006 to 2007. This educational foundation has equipped her with a strong understanding of legal principles and practices.
Professional Contributions and Activities
Katie Buchanan has contributed to the legal community through various professional activities. She has presented webinars on employment law for the Law Society of Scotland, sharing her knowledge and insights with fellow legal professionals. Buchanan has also represented clients in employment tribunal cases and acted in judicial mediations, demonstrating her practical experience in the legal field.
Specialized Knowledge in Employment Law
Katie Buchanan possesses specialized knowledge in several areas of employment law. Her experience includes advising on compliance with anti-bribery legislation and the senior managers regime. She has also worked on EMEA employment litigation, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of legal issues affecting employment across different jurisdictions.