Michael Short, Principal Solicitor
LL.B., Dip. L.P., N.P.
Email: ms@bruceshort.co.uk

Michael qualified from Dundee University as a Solicitor in 1986, moving to found Bruce Short Solicitors in 1988 having completed his traineeship at a large firm, developing a passion in Criminal Law. Michael is the firm’s Principal and Head Solicitor, leading our experienced team throughout the Scottish Courts.

Michael is highly respected by Sheriff’s and Solicitors alike throughout Scotland, and in his 40 years of experience, he has worked with and trained countless Solicitors who now boast their own firms and impressive portfolios in the Sheriff and High Courts of Scotland.

Michael is also a Notary Public and can assist with certifying copys of documentation, drafting statutory declarations and other similar cases. If you wish for Michael’s assistance with this, please contact our office and we would be happy to arrange an appointment for you.

Gary Foulis, Compliance Partner
LL.B., Dip. L.P., N.P.
Email: garyfoulis@bruceshort.co.uk

Gary is our firm’s Compliance Partner and is responsible for ensuring our adherence to the Law Society of Scotland’s Code of Practice and client relations, amongst other matters. Gary qualified from Dundee University in 2007 and joined our firm in the same year, becoming partner in 2011.

Gary used to be one of Scotland’s busiest Parole lawyers, assisting clients throughout Scotland in Parole Hearings and Prison Rules matters throughout the country, but now primarily deals with Criminal Defence matters in the Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Courts throughout the country.

Gary deals with a great deal of cases at both Summary and Solemn level, having conducted many successful trials with and without a Jury throughout his 20-years experience.

Gary is also a Notary Public and can assist with certifying copys of documentation, drafting statutory declarations and other similar cases. If you wish for Gary’s assistance with this, please contact our office and we would be happy to arrange an appointment for you.

Mark Robbins, Solicitor
LL.B., Dip. L.P.
Email: markrobbins@bruceshort.co.uk

Mark joined the firm in 2020 as a Trainee Solicitor, and completed his Traineeship in 2022, becoming a fully qualified solicitor. Mark has a large portfolio of experience in criminal defence matters, conducting Trials and Proofs alike within Justice of the Peace and Sheriff Courts throughout the country.

Mark has particular expertise in Road Traffic Law and can advise and assist you with any charges of this nature, as well as with representation in the Scottish Courts.

Zoe Lyburn, Solicitor
LL.B., Dip. L.P.
Email: zoelyburn@bruceshort.co.uk

Zoe worked within the firm as a Precognition Officer in 1991, then going to complete her degree in Law at Edinburgh University. She later graduated from Dundee University with a Diploma in Legal Practice and completed her traineeship at Bruce Short Solicitors in 1996, working as a Solicitor until 2004. She took a personal hiatus from the sector and rejoined us on a part-time basis in 2023.

Zoe is an expert in criminal defence trials and is one of our most experienced lawyers in this department. She has expertise running summary trials throughout Scotland and has had many successful outcomes in tricky situations. She conducts criminal defence cases in the Justice of the Peace and Sheriff Courts and can assist you with any representation you may need in the criminal courts.

Kyle Short, Trainee Solicitor
LL.B., Dip. L.P.
Email: kyleshort@bruceshort.co.uk

Kyle obtained his Diploma in Legal Practice in 2024 from Edinburgh University and started his Traineeship with our firm immediately after. He is expected to fully qualify as a Solicitor in June 2026.

Kyle deals with criminal defence matters and has experience in Justice of the Peace and Sheriff Courts throughout the country. He also has experience appearing in the High Court of Justiciary alongside many Advocates and Solicitor Advocates and this has given him a great deal of insight into the system. Kyle also deals with preparation work of criminal cases.