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Gillespie Macandrew appoints new partner and promotes 11 others

Gillespie Macandrew announces the promotion of Lorna Balfour to partner in its industry-leading Land & Rural Business team.

Strike Action, but not as we know it

In February, takeaway drivers at a variety of “gig economy” delivery platforms took part in “strike” action to demand better pay and working conditions.

Changes in law for Trusters to be aware of in 2024

Trusts & Succession Act: what are the changes for Trusters to be aware of before they become law in 2024.

Commercial Property

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Our clients trust us to help them navigate the complexities of property transactions and to provide clear, commercial advice from the outset.

Sales and acquisitions

We act for owners, occupiers, investors and developers to support the sale and acquisition process and are skilled and experienced in streamlining property transactions and providing clear, commercial advice throughout.  Our team has a considerable track record securing new premises as well as supporting organisations with their disposals.

Leasing

We advise landlords and tenants from a broad range of sectors on their commercial leasing requirements.  Our track record includes advising tenants of some of Scotland’s largest and most significant retail developments.  We also work closely with other professional advisors such as surveyors to provide a seamless, coordinated service for clients.

Strategic land

We have considerable expertise advising on strategic land matters on behalf of utilities, landowners, businesses and communities.  We have led a number of pre-project due diligence reviews of strategic land interests, both in mixed developments and energy portfolios and have vast experience of strategic land development projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams across our firm.

We have a strong track record of successful deals involving contaminated land, its remediation as well as sale and lease. We act for industrial users, strategic land and brownfield investors as well as infrastructure providers and advise on minerals extraction, option agreements and the impact of these rights on proposed developments and investments.

Property finance

Our property finance expertise includes advising both traditional and alternative lenders as well as borrowers from a diverse range of sectors.  Find out more about how we can help you with your financing requirements by visiting our banking & finance page here.

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News and insights

Gillespie Macandrew announces series of key hires

Gillespie Macandrew has bolstered its market-leading teams with a series of recent hires.

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 – Register of Overseas Entities

On 15 March 2022, the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 (the Act) received Royal Assent.

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We had to do this deal very quickly, and Gillespie Macandrew smashed it. They were always available for calls at evenings and weekends where necessary.

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