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From Trainee to Associate

Sam Conington, Associate in our Land & Rural Business team tells us about his experience at Gillespie Macandrew.

Why Leases Are Different: The Special Rules That Shape Landlord and Tenant Relationships

A lease can outlast generations. We discuss the special legal framework protecting landlords, tenants, and the economies around them.

Home Reports in Scotland Explained: A Complete Guide for Home Buyers

We explain the key parts of a Home Report, common issues buyers should be aware of and how the valuation may influence both your offer and mortgage.

Latest news and insights

27 August 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

From Trainee to Associate

By Sam Conington

Sam Conington, Associate in our Land & Rural Business team tells us about his experience at Gillespie Macandrew.

24 August 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins

Why Leases Are Different: The Special Rules That Shape Landlord and Tenant Relationships

By John Stirling

A lease can outlast generations. We discuss the special legal framework protecting landlords, tenants, and the economies around them.

22 August 2026 | Time to read: 7 mins

Home Reports in Scotland Explained: A Complete Guide for Home Buyers

By Evelyn Moir

We explain the key parts of a Home Report, common issues buyers should be aware of and how the valuation may influence both your offer and mortgage.

20 August 2026 | Time to read: 2 mins

Why Join GM as a Trainee Solicitor and How to Prepare Your Application

By Eve Mallon, Sam Farnan

Choosing the right traineeship is an important step in any legal career. Eve and Sam share their experiences as well as tips for your application.

Freya McShane

Senior Accredited Paralegal, Private Client

Freya has over 15 years’ experience within the private client sector and has been with Gillespie Macandrew for over 9 years.  She has a qualification in Wills, Trust and Executries and is a Law Society of Scotland Accredited Paralegal.

Freya has a wide range of experience in the private client team, specifically dealing with the administration of estates for bereaved families.  Her wealth of experience in this area means she has an understanding and sympathetic manner and is able to provide legal advice and guidance through what is usually an extremely difficult time.

She has experience dealing with the administration of Trusts, Guardianships and Powers of Attorney together the preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney and Guardianships. She is also an Affiliate member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and a member of the Scottish Paralegal Society.

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