Harper Macleod LLP advises on a wide range of corporate transactions, including M&A, equity investments, and joint venture deals, often with a cross-border or sector-specific focus. The team has notable strength in supporting scale-ups and high-growth businesses, particularly in the technology, energy, infrastructure, and healthcare sectors. Paula Skinner and Jo Nisbet are key drivers behind the firm’s high-growth and venture capital offering, while Christopher Kerr regularly advises an extensive roster of large domestic corporates and family offices. James MacGregor, Stephen Chan and Scott Kerr are active on acquisitions, disposals and restructurings, and Amy Mackenzie was promoted to partner in May 2024. Ross Hampsey and Rachel Miele also come recommended.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team at Harper’s are very responsive, they can be relied upon to step up at a moments notice.'
- 'Paula Skinner especially is incredibly supportive, she is always ready to assist, pointing us in the right direction whenever required and generally ensuring we are clear on our options. Always taking the time we need to make decisions.'
- 'Paula Skinner and Rachel Miele each bring exceptional expertise, dedication and a client-focused approach. Being meticulous and detail-oriented, they excel at problem solving.'
- 'Jo Nisbet was extremely professional whilst making me feel at ease and explaining in simple terms.'
- 'The team have been extremely knowledgeable in our field and provide expert support often at short notice across a number of different areas.'
- 'Paula Skinner's experience and expertise in Corporate & Company Law is unparalleled and is always on hand to step in and help us when we need her.'
- 'Harper Macleod provides us with exceptional service. Their team is knowledgeable, approachable and always ready to provide clear, practical advice, making the process smooth and stress free.'
Key clients
- Concentrix
- The Albex Group Limited
- Optical Express
- Halfords
- Morrison Community Care Holdco Limited
- Fred Olsen Renewables Limited
- Nuture Landscapes Limited
- Kingdom Technologies
- Clyde Dental Practice Limited (part of the Clyde Munro Dental Group)
- Orkney Islands Council
- YDLGP Ltd
- Triyit Ltd
- Connelly Group Holdings Limited
Work highlights
Advising Orkney Islands Council on all aspects of the Scapa Deepwater Quay Project, a major infrastructure project at Scapa Flow, Orkney.
Advised YDLGP on its acquisition of the courier company Yodel Delivery Network Limited in anticipation of a merger of the Yodel and Shift businesses.
Advised The Albex Group on UK-wide M&A activity including the acquisition of Squires Kitchen.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Christopher Kerr; Paula Skinner
Other key lawyers
Jo Nisbet; James MacGregor; Stephen Chan; Scott Kerr; Amy Mackenzie; Ross Hampsey; Rachel Miele