
Gillespie Macandrew LLP has an active and ‘knowledgeable’ real estate practice, which is well-reputed for commercial property refinancing work, title deed reviews, and contractual negotiations. Department head Kenneth Irons is particularly well known for his involvement in the retail and energy sector, while Harry Smith leverages his construction expertise to assist housebuilders and property developers. Andrew Leslie is another well-regarded lawyer in the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'Organised and straight-forward to deal with.’
- ‘Knowledgeable team which is accessible at all levels.'
- ‘Kenny Irons and his team have gone out of their way to support my clients with some fairly complex transactions.’
- 'Gillespie Macandrew LLP are a pleasure to work with. They understand the requirements of our business and deliver a high quality, professional yet personal service.'
Key clients
- Assetz Capital
- Binn Group Limited
- Bellway Homes Limited
- Westerleigh Group Limited
- Majestic (Belford) Limited
- Robertson Partnership Homes Limited
- Likewise Group PLC
- Valen Veil UK Limited
- Watches of Switzerland PLC
- Ultimate Finance
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Practice head
Kenneth Irons
Other key lawyers
Harry Smith; Nikki Dundas; Andrew Leslie