Shepherd and Wedderburn handles all aspects of competition law work, including procurements, domestic and European investigations, subsidy control issues and transactional work. The group’s workload is spread across the utilities, renewables, infrastructure and energy sectors, with key clients including local Scottish authorities and sports governing bodies. Gordon Downie steers the group and has focused his practice on competition law and regulations in the regulated sector. John MacKenzie specialises in competition damages actions, while Scott Rodger is well-versed in assisting with energy regulation, procurement, and NSI Act matters; Jamie McRorie is also a key contact for energy and utility sector regulation mandates.
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- ‘We are working mainly with Gordon Downie who puts us in relation with other members of the firm when needed. We can recommend Gordon Downie, John MacKenzie, Scott Rodger, Natasha Durkin and Jamie McRorie.’
Key clients
- Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
- Energy Transition Zone
- Scottish National Investment Bank
- Epic Games
- Dumfries and Galloway Council
- Single Electricity Market Committee
- Bluefloat Nadara Partnership
- ScottishPower
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next generation lawyers
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jamie McRorie
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Scott Rodger
Practice head
Gordon Downie
Other key lawyers
Scott Rodger; John MacKenzie; Natasha Durkin; Jamie McRorie