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Rural Business
Supporting clients in building the success of Scotland’s rural economy.
Real Estate
Supporting clients in building a future for success in UK Real Estate.
Construction
Supporting UK contractors & the public sector on groundbreaking construction & engineering projects.
English Real Estate
Stand-out team in Scotland for UK real estate.
Housebuilding
Titans in housebuilding and housing in Scotland.
Planning
Experts in all aspects of policy, planning and practice.
Projects
Leading many pathfinder projects.
Real Estate Litigation
Collaborating with you to help manage risks and disputes arising from your real estate assets.
Real Estate Finance
Experts in complex multi-jurisdictional financings.
Living Sector
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Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh in the Century of the City.
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