The published list recognises and celebrates the range of young talent that exists in the Scottish business community through profiling forty leading individuals aged under 40 who are currently making a significant contribution to the Scottish business landscape. 
Julie said ‘I am honoured to be shortlisted alongside individuals who are influential in shaping Scotland’s future. Balfour+Manson Aberdeen is celebrating 12 years in business this year and the firm is continuing to grow in strength and depth in terms of the legal services we are able to offer clients. This year has been particularly successful with the addition of a family law team to the Aberdeen office and the merger with highly regarded private client firm Duthie Ward. I am very proud of the Aberdeen team and what we have achieved over the past 2 years. We are all very much looking forward to moving into our new premises next month.’ 
Elaine Motion, Chairman of Balfour+Manson commented ‘We are extremely proud that Julie has been shortlisted again in the ’40 UNDER 40’ business list and this year for Scotland, not just Aberdeen. Julie is a very worthy candidate, as well as managing her own heavy case load she also manages our expanding Aberdeen office.’