Fraser Vandal
Partner, Dispute Resolution
Fraser is a Partner in our Dispute Resolution team, specialising in both Employment and Business Immigration matters.
He has extensive experience advising clients – both in private practice and as in-house counsel – on the full range of contentious and non-contentious employment issues. He regularly advises on matters relating to Employment Tribunal litigation, discipline and grievance, protection of employment rights, discrimination, collective redundancy, contracts of employment and negotiated exits.
His business immigration experience includes securing Home Office Sponsor Licences for clients across a variety of sectors; as well as advising on immigration compliance matters, sponsorship of Skilled Workers, recruitment of foreign nationals and right to work issues.
Fraser also sits as a Judicial Panel Member for the Scottish Football Association.
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Recent News & Insights by Fraser
09 June 2026 | Time to read: 6 mins
Scotland World Cup 2026 Bank Holiday: What Employers Need to Know
With Scotland’s World Cup bank holiday confirmed, what are employers’ obligations and do staff have a right to the day off?
12 May 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins
Farming Workforce Challenges – Recruitment Routes and Visa Changes
The UK’s sheep‑shearing visa concession will end in 2026, creating fresh workforce challenges for farmers. We summarise what to expect and what to plan for.
16 March 2026 | Time to read: 2 mins
Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and a further 13 promotions
By Gavin Merchant, Caitlin Keegan, Fraser Vandal
Gillespie Macandrew announces two new Partners and 13 promotions, strengthening teams across Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.
20 February 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins
Employment Rights Act 2025: What Employees Need to Know
The Employment Rights Act 2025 brings major reforms from 2026–27. Here we summarise what employees need to know as changes begin to take effect.