Alex Hounsome
Trainee Solicitor
About
Alex is a trainee solicitor in the Construction and Engineering team. He joined our expanding Edinburgh office as part of its third trainee cohort in September 2025.
Prior to joining Burges Salmon, Alex studied a joint undergraduate degree in Scots Law and Economics at the University of Glasgow from 2019 to 2023. He went on to complete the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice in 2025
Between his undergraduate and postgraduate studies, Alex gained professional and commercial experience working as an Economist in Local Government, focusing on Economic development in Scotland.
Credentials
- Law and Economics (LLB Hons)
- Diploma in Professional Legal Practice (PdDip)