Stuart McMillan > Burges Salmon LLP > Edinburgh, United Kingdom > Lawyer Profile

With a particular strength advising on financing transactions concerning renewable energy and infrastructure projects, Burges Salmon LLP also has a solid track record when it comes to real estate, leveraged deals, corporate and acquisition finance. Stuart McMillan leads the practice and was also appointed head of the firm’s infrastructure group in May 2022, reflecting his ability to complete innovative financial transactions in that sector.

Fielding a team of ‘experts in their field’ providing ‘helpful and delimitative’ advice, Burges Salmon LLP is active on a high volume of transport-related mandates which form the cornerstone of its practice. Entrenched knowledge of the sector results in the firm regularly guiding clients through emerging technologies such as large-scale EV charging infrastructure mandates and electric and bi-mode train procurements. Beyond this, the group oversees impressive mandates relating to the development of lithium refineries in Europe and UK power matters including nuclear and wind projects. Team head Stuart McMillan is sought out by numerous established corporates and sponsors on finance and development deals, while Ian Salter is recognised for his proficiency in nuclear matters and environmental and low-carbon considerations. Lloyd James specialises in renewables, working with a stellar list of contractors and developers, while Keith Beattie is reputed for his defence and security work. Chris Simms is also recommended for his wide-spanning rail knowledge.