CMS is active in both the conventional and renewable energy markets, acting for investment funds and other private sector entities in a wide array of real estate deals. Carol Nisbet leads the team, which is adept at handling the development of large-scale projects, property sales and leasings. Nisbet advises on the full gamut of commercial real estate matters, and excels in assisting with matters involving energy projects and occupational leasings. Karla Ritchie is particularly knowledgeable of investment management issues, acting in several multi-jurisdictional portfolio acquisitions.
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Testimonials
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- 'Our business uses CMS for a range of services and we didn't hesitate to use them to negotiate the lease on our new office building.'
- 'Carol Nisbet and Karla Ritchie were professional, clear and knowledgeable, and provided excellent advice to conclude the office lease.'
Key clients
- Knight Frank Investment Management
- Columbia Threadneedle Investments
- abrdn
- Equinor
- Flotation Energy
- Amp Energy
- Fugro
- EnQuest plc
- SSE
- Opportunity North East
Work highlights
Advised Opportunity North East in relation to the acquisition and development of the £27m Seedpod development in Aberdeen.
Acted on behalf of Knight Frank Investment Management on the £7.9m sale of Paton’s Mill Retail Park.
Advising Amp Energy on their £900m portfolio of battery storage projects in Scotland.
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
Carol Nisbet
Other key lawyers
Karla Ritchie