Burness Paull LLP is noted for handling a variety of immigration, information sharing, and both tech and infrastructure procurement processes. Practice head Graeme Palmer is recommended for his longstanding experience in the creation and operation of ALEOs, local government joint ventures, and procurement. Emma Maxwell utilises her deep knowledge of charity law to assist with transfers of operations from local authorities to ALEOs. Drawing on his prior experience working for the Scottish Futures Trust, Richard Lockhart‘s primary areas of expertise include net-zero projects, with a strong focus on the financing and governance aspects. Jamie Dickson is also a key figure within the practice.
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Testimonials
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- 'Richard Lockhart and Jamie Dickson work as a great team - offering a joined-up service efficiently and demonstrating a great awareness of the sector.'
- 'Richard Lockhart delivers an excellent service with energy and passion - always offering to go the extra mile but also feeling integrated as one of the team.'
Key clients
- Glasgow City Council
- East Dunbartonshire Council Fife Cultural Trust
- Fife Cultural Trust
- Perth & Kinross Council
- Renfrewshire Council
- Fife Sports & Leisure Trust
- South Lanarkshire Council
- Stirling Council
- High Life Highland
- Fusion Assets
Work highlights
Advising Fusion Assets on grant funding conditions.
Acting for Scottish Futures Trust Limited in connection with developing innovative approaches for the financing and delivery of public EV charging infrastructure.
Assisting South Lanarkshire Council with its ongoing procurement for a major Education Digital Futures contract.
Practice head
Graeme Palmer
Other key lawyers
Emma Maxwell; Richard Lockhart; Jamie Dickson