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‘Brodies focuses on its delivery to the client’s requirements through a positive, collaborative approach.‘

‘The corporate lawyers at Brodies are very willing to help in any way they can. The team works together extremely well and has great knowledge in the subjects they have to deal with.’

‘The flexible, tolerant, detail-oriented, business-minded people at Brodies are willing to challenge when it is in the client’s best interests.‘

‘Burness Paull has a strong corporate team with experience of supporting start-ups through to multinationals.‘

‘Gary Chapman always makes himself available when needed, often at short notice. He understands his client’s business and supports the company in the decision-making process by providing contextually relevant advice whilst also ensuring current agreements are as future proof as possible.‘

‘Martin Ewan’s ability to quickly cut through any noise and get to the root of an issue is second to none. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable and commercially aware, Martin has made a particular effort to network both internally in the firm and externally. As a consequence, he is able to signpost the requirement to the correct people quickly and easily and do a personal handover, whilst maintaining overall involvement. To be honest, we’d move if he did and I’ve recommended him to other clients of mine.’

‘Stronachs has a practical commercial approach to transactions; partner involvement is high and the team interacts well with the other side to deliver solutions to issues rather than focus on problems.‘

‘Most of the staff are local and therefore have a wide and sound knowledge of the local economy, the personalities and the characters.’

‘David Rennie is very experienced and has the ability to put client at ease when tricky situations arise.‘

‘Associate Callum Armstrong is fully invested in client discussions including needs and wishes without fuss. The accuracy of his documentation is first-class.‘

‘Malcolm Donald and Ross Gardner stand out from other lawyers. They are both technically solid but strive to understand the commercial aspects of the underlying transaction and both provide practical solutions to problems as they arise.‘

‘Neil Forbes is approachable, amiable and not at all stuffy. His clearly has excellent wide and general knowledge and experience.‘

‘Senior associate Eloise Robb is very personable and approachable. She has an excellent knowledge base.‘

‘The team at Aberdein Considine provide a real hands on and personal approach to all projects and deliver to an extemely high standard on a consistent basis.’

‘The team takes a balanced approach and gives practical advice to clients aimed at helping to achieve the best possible outcome, focusing on what is in the clien’s best interests.’

‘Great cross-disciplinary communications. Extremely responsive, attentive and resourceful.’

‘The individuals at Aberdein Considine are very approachable and have the ability to adapt to any situation and deal with difficult clients. Their ability to make a commercial decision and give an informed opinion is what makes them stand out from many of their competitors.’

‘Ritchie Whyte is one of the best lawyers at handling difficult situations and communicating effectively with clients.’

‘Ritchie Whyte has a highly responsive, can-do approach.’

‘The corporate team at Blackadders is personable and invests the time and effort to really understand the client’s business.‘

‘Blackadders stands out even amongst the most accessible, knowledgeable, results oriented, and reasonable firms.‘

‘The team at Blackadders has great breadth and depth throughout the full corporate lifecycle. Clients receive superb attention and turnaround times always exceed expectations.‘

‘Susan McFadyen’s knowledge and experience shines through in the speed she understands what clients are after. she and Ruth Weir are good at putting this in plain English, reflecting risks to facilitate decisions.‘

‘Campbell Clark is truly outstanding. He embodies the problem-solving approach and positive attitude that clients expect from counsel. Every good team has a capable leader and Campbell’s ability to form a team with the skill set required to provide service for specific tasks and finalise any project.‘

‘Campbell Clark is one of the most diligent and focused corporate lawyers in the UK. His attention to detail and the breadth of his capability never fails to impress. Campbell and his team’s ability to understand the intricacies and complexities of their individual clients’ businesses is essential to the success of their relationships.‘

‘Harper MacLeod has really good people in place to look after the complete process of the transaction to completion. Very professional and at the same time personal.’

‘Craig McKerracher is absolutely excellent – professional and a decent guy.’

‘The owners of the firm should be very proud of their staff.’

‘The firm’s corporate lawyers have an excellent understanding of what is a complex and interwoven business development, which gives them the ability to provide straightforward and impactful advice that maintains continuity throughout.‘

‘Jennifer Cham and Peter Murray are truly outstanding.‘

‘The team is genuinely engaged in a collective effort to provide the best possible levels of service for their clients.’

‘Thorntons has managed to develop a culture that encourages all team members to work towards a common goal which as a client is very gratifying and very unusual.’

‘I have worked with Chris Byrne for a number of years from when he was an associate through to being a partner and the highest compliment that I can pay him is that throughout his professionalism and demeanour have not changed. I was fully expecting that when he was made partner that our account would be passed primarily to an associate, but that has not been the case – Chris has maintained direct control of the work that is undertaken on our behalf, which has provided significant comfort to the management team.’