Ally Thomson, Fantastic Legal Technology Consultant in Scotland
Ally Thomson, Fantastic Legal Technology Consultant in Scotland

Ally Thomson, Fantastic Legal Technology Consultant in Scotland, Former Law Firm Partner

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Ally Thomson Fantastic Legal Technologist Scotland“Ally Thomson is a rare legal leader who combines deep experience with genuine purpose. From shaping the next generation of lawyers through legal technology education to building Hey Legal as a trusted learning platform, his impact reaches far beyond innovation alone. What truly sets Ally apart is his commitment to widening access to the legal profession in Scotland, championing diversity, and supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds through his charitable work and trusteeship.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial, 2026


(Glasgow) - Director at Hey Legal – "Ally is a non-practising Scottish lawyer who has worked in technology and online projects since 2005. He is the Senior Tutor of the "Introduction to Legal Innovation and Technology" Diploma course at Glasgow University Law School. He was previously a Partner in private practice with over 20 years experience. Ally has been a member of the Law Society of Scotland's Technology Law and Practice committee. Ally has experience of scaling and selling a company, and in 2020 he founded online platform Hey Legal which aims to provide interesting and valuable learning resources for lawyers on key topics. In 2021 Hey Legal won Support Team of the Year in the Scottish Legal Awards."

See also:- Ally Thomson's profiles on The Law Society of Scotland's website here and here.

One of the Best Legal Technologists, Consultants & Leaders in Scotland.

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