Shepherd and Wedderburn is active in domestic and cross-border construction projects, and is well equipped ‘to support in any matter’ related to the public, energy and real estate sectors. Under the supervision of Euan McLeod, the team’s varied caseload ranges from procurement issues to drafting and negotiating construction agreements. McLeod has recently advised local councils on high-value development projects, while ’skilled negotiator’ Paul Young handles a range of work for international private sector clients. Euan Murray is highly active in renewable energy infrastructure projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Paul Young is a fantastic adviser and has our utmost trust. His relaxed and good-natured personality conceals a fiercely smart and skilled negotiator and adviser.'
- 'The construction team can support in any manner from being a back office taking care of specific issues to taking care of reviewing and negotiating large infrastructure contracts. They know the law, the business and the market!'
- 'Our safe harbour, anchor, beacon, and port of call for contracts under the laws of Scotland, England & Wales.’
- 'The individuals blend into in-house teams and strategies as if they had always been members or employees.'
- 'Utterly pragmatic and hands-on.'
- 'The team is extremely knowledgeable. They are very highly regarded in the industry.'
Key clients
- Silverstone Circuits Limited
- Canadian Solar
- City of Edinburgh Council
- AMIDS (Renfrewshire) LLP
- International Music and Performing Arts Charitable Trust Scotland
- Wheatley Housing Group
- Parabola
- The Royal and Ancient Golf Club
- Baillie Gifford
- Molo Hotels
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Lauren Thomson
Practice head
Euan McLeod
Other key lawyers
Paul Young; Euan Murray; Lauren Thomson