Burness Paull LLP is well-equipped to advise on significant development projects, assisting clients in the education, hospitality and energy sectors. Practice head Peter Chambers regularly assists with the drafting of contracts, conducting due diligence and arranging the sale of assets. Richard Goodfellow leads the housebuilding arm of the practice, while John Strachan works on the development side, showcasing skill in handling contentious matters. Stuart Gardiner leverages his vast knowledge of tax law to assist with commercial property issues.
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Key clients
- Places for People
- Upland Properties
- Peterson
- Esson Properties Limited
- University of St Andrews
- University of Aberdeen
- John Clark Motor Group
- FirstGroup plc
- Bancon Homes
- Robertson Group
- CALA Homes
- Kellas Midstream
Work highlights
Acted for Pitfodels Holdings Limited (Spence Family corporate vehicle) in the high-profile sale of Aberdeen and North East institution the Marcliffe Hotel to Balmoral Group.
Acting for Springfield Properties plc in relation to a long term contractual joint venture arrangement between Springfield and Barratt Homes to collaborate and work together to deliver the new village settlement of 3,000 homes at Durieshill on the outskirts of Stirling.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Stuart Gardiner
Practice head
Peter Chambers
Other key lawyers
Richard Goodfellow; John Strachan; Stuart Gardiner; Natasha MacDonald