A TRAINEE solicitor at a Weston firm has received an award.

Michelle Ward, who trained at Wards Solicitors, based in the Boulevard, has been named trainee solicitor of the year by Devon and Somerset Law Society.

The award recognises solicitors who demonstrate academic success throughout their training.

She received the award from MP Jeremy Browne after becoming a qualified solicitor in the firm’s commercial property team.

She said: “It’s a great compliment to have been selected to receive this award.

“I thoroughly enjoyed my time as a trainee solicitor at Wards Solicitors and now look forward to a long career with the firm.”