Brodies LLP advises on the full lifecycle of complex infrastructure and energy projects across the UK and Ireland. The practice is particularly strong in project finance, procurement, and public sector mandates, and regularly supports clients on transport, district heating, and renewables projects, as well as operational PPP and innovative financing structures. Stuart Murray leads the team and regularly advises high-profile public and private sector clients on large-scale PFI/PPP projects, with a focus on the education, healthcare and water sectors. Co-head Michael Stoneham contributes significant finance expertise across a broad range of infrastructure mandates, while Sarah-Jane MacArthur focuses on energy transition matters. Fiona Scott is active across bidding, procurement, operational, and handback instructions.
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Testimonials
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‘Brodies have a commercially savvy approach facilitating solutions to what can be complex challenges. They further have a depth of expertise that means they are a one stop shop for all our legal requirements. They are also very responsive and act quickly when required.'
‘Stuart Murray is the partner that leads all our engagements. His expertise is second to none and his general approach facilitates positive outcomes and engagement from all parties.'
‘Very approachable and interact well with the business. Quick turnaround of work and effectively manage expectations.'
‘Attention to detail. Work as an extension of the in-house team and so communicate effectively with non-legal stakeholders. Sarah-Jane McArthur also operates as client relationship contact and is great in this position.'
Key clients
- Equitix Infrastructure Investments
- Kajima Partnerships
- Hub South East Scotland Limited
- Aberdeen City Council
- Robertson Construction
- Galliford Try Investments
- Nord LB
- European Investment Bank
- Midlothian Council
- Perth & Kinross Council
- Scottish Futures Trust
- Orkney Island Council
- Mears Group
- Scottish Water
- Orbital Marine
Work highlights
Acting for Mears Limited on its 12 year, £1.8bn Estates Management tender which forms part of the North Lanarkshire Council's vast Enterprise PPP Procurement project.
Advising Nord LB, Bank of Ireland and European Investment Bank on the €250m Community Nursing Unit PPP Project delivered by Equitix and John Sisk & Sons in partnership with the Health Service Executive in Ireland.
Sole legal adviser for Hub South East Scotland Limited and advised on projects with a total capital value of circa £200m and an overall programme value now in excess of £1bn.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Stuart Murray;. Michael Stoneham
Other key lawyers
Sarah-Jane MacArthur; Fiona Scott