The ‘knowledgeable and experienced’ team at Brodies LLP acts for a wide and impressive roster of clients, including estate owners, local councils, natural capital project developers, and rural businesses, which regularly instruct the firm in major sales, acquisitions, and agreement negotiations. The team boasts particular experience in renewable energy projects and rewilding projects. Clive Phillips leads the team, and broadens the practice’s offering with considerable experience in rural commercial matters. With a focus on residential developments, Alex Buchan is another key contact, alongside Kate McLeish, who handles intra-family transfers and lease negotiations. Graeme Leith and Andrew Askew Blain are also recommended. Partner Gary Webster joined in October 2023 from Ledingham Chalmers LLP.
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‘Kate McLeish's communication skills and quick understanding of a fairly complex agricultural tenancy issue were exemplary.’
‘Gary Webster provides an excellent service by taking the time to understand our objectives then reflecting on all the options and setting them out clearly for us to take effective decisions. He is very much part of our team as our go-to trusted adviser on all legal aspects of managing our lands and estates.’
'A very knowledgeable and experienced team.'
‘Gary Webster has in-depth knowledge of the sector and gives practical advice along with the legal advice.’
'Extremely approachable and consistently good at responding, and working to deadlines.'
'Excellent depth of experience and knowledge. Very reactive and focused on problem solving.'
'Lead partners are available, responsive and knowledgeable.'
'The team members are all willing to help and committed to detail. The personal touch and engagement of partners is excellent.'
Clients clés
- Gladstone Family
- Innes Estates
- Bagger-Sorensen Group
- Glen Tanar Estate
- Savock Farms
- Cooke Aquaculture
- Ben Alder Estate
- Seafield & Reidhaven Estates
- Dunecht Estates
- 2 Sisters Ltd
Points forts
- Advised an international conservation charity in a groundbreaking re-wilding project.
- Advised a leading forestry investor in major electricity substation deal on forest land.
- Advised major food producer on a suite of poultry leases across the industry.
Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Les grands avocats de demain
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Responsable de la pratique
Clive Phillips
Autres avocats clés
Alex Buchan; Kate McLeish; Graeme Leith; Andrew Askew Blain; Gary Webster