The team at Brodies LLP is particularly adept at handling real estate investment and land sale matters, and contractual negotiations. The practice, which is chaired by Johane Murray, is reputed for its depth of expertise in the energy, maritime and education sectors. Tracey Menzies handles the full range of commercial property work, with a strong focus on office development, while Kirsty Macpherson is well known for her expertise in work across the Highlands and the Scottish Isles. Both Gary Webster and Jenna McCosh are key figures within the practice. Karren Smith left the firm in May 2024.
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Testimonials
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- 'Approachable, knowledgeable, quick to respond and supportive when tight deadlines are imposed.'
- 'Brodies apply a commercial approach even when dealing with complex legal issues.'
- 'Jenna McCosh is a delight to work with! We very much valued her expertise in guiding us in this area and also her consistent positive manner, despite challenges along the way on the transaction.'
- 'Tracey Menzies provided excellent support.'
- 'They are able to build a good client relationship where you deal with the same people on repeat business, which is often much easier as they become familiar with your preferences and know your business.'
- 'They also are able to offer most of your required specialist advice from within their organisation. You also become familiar with these advisors and end up building a good relationship with a number of members of Brodie's team.'
- 'The Brodies commercial property team have supported us with our portfolio for several years, always professional, always take time to understand our projects and go above and beyond to make sure we get the best we can.'
- 'The property side of Brodies has always been extremely helpful and managed to work with us on numerous complex matters in an approachable and confident manner.'
- 'High level of knowledge and cares about the outcomes for clients.'
- 'Nicola Grant is great at keeping us informed of deal progress and is very knowledgeable. Noted that she communicates well with clients and is proactive in trying to get things progressed as timeously as possible.'
Key clients
- Aberdeen City Council
- Aberdeenshire Council
- Bancon Group
- CALA Homes
- Cater Property Investment
- Challenger Energy
- Cooke Aquaculture
- Drum Property Group
- Emco Services
- GSS Developments
- Knight Property Group
- Lerwick Port Authority
- Mandale Group
- Montrose Port Authority
- Nippon Gas
- Ponticelli
- Reach Subsea
- Sekal
- University of Aberdeen
- University of Edinburgh
Work highlights
Acted for Knight Property Group in the investment sale of Belgrave Logistics Park, Belshill, East Kilbride for £40 million.
Acting for Statera Energy in the development of a 3GW Hydrogen Project in Kintore, Aberdeenshire.
Acting for Meldrum House Estates on the sale of Meldrum House Hotel and golf course in Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire to Apex Hotel Group.
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.
Practice head
Johane Murray
Other key lawyers
Kirsty Macpherson; Gary Webster; Tracey Menzies; Jenna McCosh; Nicola Grant