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Morton Fraser MacRoberts

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Morton Fraser MacRoberts‘ environmental practice is sought after by clients from a wide range of industries. Isobell Reid leads the team, and has expertise in advising on contentious and non-contentious environmental and planning law matters, including environmental consenting issues and compulsory purchase orders. Reid is ably supported by Nick Atkins, who has established strength in handling cases involving nuclear energy issues, potential contamination and radioactive waste. Isabel Salvesen’s workload includes planning, environmental and regulatory advice.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘They are very knowledgeable on all the points of law.’

  • ‘Very professional and efficient. Always keen to be as helpful as possible. They are very pleasant to work with. Isabel Salvesen and Nick Atkins are fantastic.’

  • 'I have a very high opinion of the individuals I work with. They have been been very good at keeping the momentum of the work going - checking in with our team and making sure that we are on top of all the details that need to covered to get nearer to completion.'

  • 'They are very knowledgeable on all the points of law but honest and transparent where technical matters exist and will ensure they seek the correct advice from our technical experts.'

Key clients

  • SSE PLC
  • Transport Scotland
  • Thistle Wind Partners
  • United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
  • Nuclear Decommissioning Authority
  • NatureScot
  • Dumfries and Galloway Council
  • Scottish Wildlife Trust
  • Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust

Work highlights

Advising SSE on planning and environmental matters concerning Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) projects.
Representing Transport Scotland in public inquiries concerning a broad range of environmental matters and legislative compliance.
Advising NatureScot on the impact of proposed windfarm developments on national land.

Practice head

Isobell Reid

Other key lawyers

Nick Atkins; Isabel Salvesen; Kate McIntosh